Competitor & Market Analyst

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Job title: Competitor & Market Analyst
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £46,550 - £51,800
Working arrangements: Hybrid—two days a week in the office

Ready to turn complex data into compelling stories that shape the الأجهزة of education? Join AQA and make your insights count. In this role, you'll influence decisions at the highest level by presenting clear, actionable intelligence that helps us stay ahead in a changing market.

As a Competitor & Market Analyst, you'll play a critical role in helping AQA understand the education and assessment landscape better than anyone else. You'll interpret senior stakeholder needs, transform data into meaningful insights, and confidently present recommendations that inform strategic decisions and drive impact for teachers and learners.

• Interpret complex asks from senior leaders and translate them into actionable research and insights.
• Gather and interpret intelligence on competitors and the wider education market to inform strategy.
• Analyse AQA's market position and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Bring data to life through clear, engaging analysis and visualisations that resonate with senior stakeholders.
• Present findings with confidence and clarity to influence decisions across AQA.

• Experience delivering research and analysis projects independently.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver a comprehensive understanding of our customers, market, and competitors.
• Confidence presenting complex data and insights to senior stakeholders using visualisation.
• Understanding of the education landscape and applying quantitative and qualitative methodologies effectively.
• Proactive, inquisitive, and focused on continuous improvement.

• Work on projects that shape AQA's long‑term strategy.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation and inclusion.
• A generous pension scheme with up to 11.5% employer contributions.
• Private medical insurance, health cash plan, EV leasing, volunteering days, and modern offices with gym.
• Flexible working, a 35‑hour week, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and Christmas closure).

At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone—regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background—is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

• To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 23:59 on Sunday 18 January.
• First‑stage interviews will take place remotely throughout the week of 26 January; second‑stage interviews will take place in our Manchester office on 5 and 6 February.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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