Performance Manager - Work

<div class="container-3Gm1a"><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="">We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="">Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style=""><strong>We connect. We inspire.</strong></span></span></p><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>Job Title:  Performance Manager – Workplace and Online Proposition</strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong><u><span style="line-height: 115%;">About Workplace and Online</span></u></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="">Workplace and Online is one of three Propositions that form part of the British Council’s English and Exams business. The team originates solutions that help individuals and organizations achieve their English language learning and assessment goals through digital and workplace-focused offers. We work across product, marketing, sales, operations and customer service to grow commercial performance, improve customer experience and maximize impact. </span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong><u><span style="line-height: 115%;">Role purpose</span></u></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="">The Performance Manager plays a key role in enabling data-driven decision-making across the Proposition’s product and commercial portfolio. Reporting to the Commercial Director, Workplace and Online, the role works closely with the whole Proposition team, the Data and Evidence team, marketing, sales, operations and customer service to deliver actionable insights that improve financial and product performance, support commercial growth, and strengthen decision making.</span></p><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="">This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining analysis, commercial thinking and stakeholder engagement to influence strategy and business outcomes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</span></p><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong><u><span style="line-height: 115%;">Role Accountabilities</span></u></strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong>Leadership & Management</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Provides data-driven insights to support Proposition leadership team in decision-making</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt 24px;"><span style="">Defines and tracks KPIs; supports capability building and performance culture</span></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong>Strategy & Planning</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Aligns proposition planning with financial and business goals (with FP&A) </span></li><li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px; line-height: 115%;"><span style="">Supports the development and communication of long-term portfolio and performance plans</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Develops and implements pricing strategies with key stakeholders (Marketing, B2O sales and Heads of Propositions)</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt 24px;"><span style="">Challenges stakeholders to drive performance, revenue, and margins </span></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong>Commercial & Financial Management</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Supports colleagues to track ROI, cost efficiency, and transformation outcomes </span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt 24px;"><span style="">Ensures robust investment cases and benefit realisation </span></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong>Consultancy, Analysis & Problem Solving</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Produces actionable insights to support strategy and planning </span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Analyses data to inform product design, performance, and market focus </span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt 24px;"><span style="">Supports pricing and cost strategy for key tenders and sales opportunities to create a competitive winning proposition</span></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong>Data & Insights</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Manages multi-source data and ensures quality</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Builds dashboards and delivers insights for senior stakeholders</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Translates business needs into recommendations</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt 24px;"><span style="">Supports growth through data-driven analysis</span></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong><u><span style="line-height: 115%;">Qualification and experience</span></u></strong></span></p><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong>Qualification</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style=""><strong>Essentials</strong></span></li></ul><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Degree, preferably in a relevant field such as data science, computer science, information systems, business, or a related discipline, e.g. a STEM subject or a finance-related subject.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 24px;"><span style="">Equivalent professional experience will be considered where a degree is not held.</span></li></ul><ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0cm; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt 0px;"><span style=""><strong>Desirable:</strong> Data or analytics-related certifications, such as in data management, data governance, or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) </span></li></ul><p style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style=""><strong>Experience</strong></span></p><ul><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style=""><strong>Essentials</strong></span><ul><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">2+ years’ experience in BI and/or data analysis</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Strong quantitative skills; proficient in SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and analytics tools</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Experience tracking and analysing digital service performance metrics</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Strong data visualisation skills (dashboards and reporting)</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Understanding of data privacy and security principles</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g. product, marketing, engineering)</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Commitment to continuous learning and professional development</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Experience analysing Google Analytics 4 (GA4) data</span></li></ul></li></ul><ul><li style="line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>Desirables</strong></span><ul><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Qualification(s) in data analysis or equivalent.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Familiarity with visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau and/or Power BI.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Experience working in a global or multicultural context.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Understanding of Agile ways of working and product development cycles.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px;"><span style="">Experience of a digital education or assessment business.</span></li></ul></li></ul><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong><u><span style="line-height: 115%; color: black;">Language Requirements</span></u></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: black;">The British Council systems and global processes operate in English. Written and verbal proficiency in English is required</span></p><p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong><u><span style="line-height: 115%;">Important information</span></u></strong></span></p><ul><li style="line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>British Council Pay band</strong>: 8/E</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>Department: </strong>English and Exams  <strong> </strong></span></li><li style="line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>Contract type</strong>: Indefinite Contract  </span></li><li style="line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>Location: UK - </strong>This role is open to candidates based in all UK locations. </span></li><li style="line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>Proof of Identity requirements & right to work in country</strong>: You must have the legal right to work in the stated location. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are not provided.  </span></li><li style="line-height: 115%;"><span style=""><strong>Closing date: 19 June 2026 (23.59 ICT / 17.59 BST)</strong></span></li></ul><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="">A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style=""><strong>Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="">We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style=""><strong>Safeguarding Statement</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="">The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="">If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email <u>askhr@britishcouncil.org</u></span></span></p></div>

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