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Learner Analytics Product Manager Remote Outside IR35 3-6 Month Contract We are seeking an experienced Learner Analytics Product Manager to support the development and enhancement of a learner analytics capability for a leading higher education organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how learner data is used to improve student outcomes, retention, engagement, and institutional decision-making. You will work closely with academic stakeholders, data teams, technology partners, and senior leadership to define and deliver a product roadmap that maximises the value of learner analytics across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Define and own the learner analytics product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Engage with stakeholders across academic, student services, planning, and IT teams to gather requirements and prioritise initiatives. Translate business needs into detailed product requirements and user stories. Drive the development and adoption of learner analytics solutions and dashboards. Ensure products deliver actionable insights that support student success, engagement, retention, and attainment. Work closely with data engineers, BI developers, analysts, and technology partners to deliver product enhancements. Champion user-centred design and continuous improvement practices. Monitor product performance and user adoption, identifying opportunities for further optimisation. Support governance, data quality, and compliance considerations relating to learner data. Required Experience Proven experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner, or similar role delivering data and analytics products. Experience working within Higher Education, Further Education, EdTech, or a learner-focused environment. Strong understanding of learner analytics, student data, retention analysis, engagement monitoring, or related areas. Experience managing product roadmaps and engaging diverse stakeholder groups. Ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and business users. Strong communication and facilitation skills. Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Desirable Experience Knowledge of Student Records Systems and VLE platforms. Experience with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Platform, or similar analytics technologies. Understanding of data governance and data quality principles. Experience supporting digital transformation or data strategy initiatives within education. Contract Details Remote role Outside IR35 3-6 month initial contract Immediate start preferred Competitive day rate Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Product Owner We are supporting a leading University in the North West of England in the search for an experienced Product Owner to join a project focused on the ongoing development and enhancement of an in-house recruitment system. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the product backlog Gather and prioritise business requirements Work closely with stakeholders, developers, and technical teams Drive product delivery and continuous system improvements Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Product Owner Strong understanding of Java, PL/SQL, and Oracle Experience working on business-critical applications and system enhancements Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Contract Details 450 per day Outside IR35 Initial 3-Month Contract Hybrid working North West England If you are an experienced Product Owner with a background working in Java, PL/SQL, and Oracle environments, we'd love to hear from you. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Data Architect (Contract) Location: Remote Duration: Initial 3-Month Contract Day Rate: 600- 700 Start Date: Mid Sep IR35: Outside Overview We are working with a leading university undergoing a significant data and insights transformation programme and are looking to engage an experienced Data Architect on an initial 3-month contract. This role will play a key part in shaping the institution's data architecture strategy, supporting multiple programmes of work, and helping establish the foundations for long-term data governance, architecture, and insight capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with technical and business stakeholders, providing architectural leadership, governance support, and strategic guidance across a complex technology landscape. Key Responsibilities Lead data architecture activities across multiple transformation programmes and projects. Produce high-quality architecture artefacts, standards, and documentation. Design and document data flows, integration patterns, and system mappings. Review and assure solution and integration designs. Support the development of data governance frameworks and operating models. Facilitate architecture workshops, design sessions, and stakeholder engagement activities. Identify, manage, and communicate risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation plans. Support programme delivery planning and sequencing through governance forums including Moderation Boards and Planning Boards. Ensure alignment with university architecture principles, standards, and governance processes. Present updates and recommendations to Architecture Boards, Technical Design Authorities, and senior stakeholders. Provide structured knowledge transfer and handover to the permanent Data Architect. Key Deliverables Data architecture artefacts and supporting documentation. Architecture assurance outputs for key programmes and projects. Reviewed solution architecture and integration design documentation. Documented data flows and system mappings. Contributions to the development of a data governance operating model. Data modelling standards and best practice guidance. Support with establishing a Data Authority function. Data & Insights roadmap and delivery timelines. Stakeholder engagement and communication plans. Risk, issue, dependency, and mitigation reporting. Updates to architecture repositories and documentation libraries. Knowledge transfer sessions and handover documentation. Regular progress reporting to programme leadership and governance boards. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience working as a Data Architect within large, complex organisations. Strong background developing enterprise data architecture frameworks and standards. Experience designing and documenting data models, data flows, and integrations. Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and master data management principles. Experience supporting architecture governance and assurance processes. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience facilitating workshops and driving consensus across multiple teams. Ability to work independently and deliver at pace within a transformation environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within Higher Education or the public sector. Understanding of university governance structures and decision-making processes. Exposure to enterprise architecture frameworks and modern cloud-based data platforms. Experience supporting Data & Insights transformation programmes. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit (url removed) Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales