Hybrid Data Analyst with Data Science Support Focus

About Spotlight Sports Group

Spotlight Sports Group is a globally operating media and technology enterprise dedicated to providing trusted, customer-oriented experiences within the sports betting and racing industries. With a heritage spanning over four decades, the company integrates innovative solutions and award-winning content, including brands such as Racing Post, Pickswise, myracing, and Free Super Tips. Its workforce of over 400 employees supports a diverse portfolio, including marketing and translation services through ICS-digital and ICS-translate.

Role Overview

This position functions within the Data Intelligence Unit, balancing core data analyst duties with support responsibilities for the Data Science team across racing and sports domains. The role requires delivering reports, creating dashboards, and conducting analyses collaboratively with the analyst team. Additionally, it provides coverage for the Lead Data Scientist during absences or peak workload periods and absorbs extra capacity when multiple B2B Data Science projects coincide.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses for internal and external stakeholders aligned with team priorities.
• Provide backup support for the Lead Data Scientist to mitigate operational risks.
• Manage overflow demands during concurrent B2B Data Science initiatives to ensure continuous analyst team productivity.
• Support production activities related to the SiQ platform, including manual executions and maintenance of Python scripts.
• Assist in testing and validating new or revised Data Science models under guidance.
• Maintain direct communication channels with Racing, Sports, and B2B stakeholders regarding data requests, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide data standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrated strong analytical capabilities with proficient SQL skills for data querying and manipulation.
• Advanced competence in Excel for comprehensive reporting, tracking, and in-depth analysis.
• Familiarity or rapid adaptability to Python programming.
• Ability to transition smoothly between structured analyst responsibilities and exploratory data science challenges.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to statistical modeling or data science methodologies.
• Experience with AWS services such as CloudWatch, Batch Jobs, and Step Functions or other cloud-based data platforms.
• Interest or background in sports or racing data analytics.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive well-being programs, including private medical coverage and mental health support.
• Generous parental leave and flexible global working policy.
• Pension plan and additional benefit schemes.
• Birthday leave plus 25 annual vacation days.
• Life assurance and internal employee recognition programs such as the Step Further Awards.
• Support for hybrid working through commuting support like Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Complimentary membership to Racing Post Members Club with Ultimate Membership.
• Opportunity for two paid volunteer days yearly with the company’s charity partner.