WF Resource Validation & Support Analyst at Next Plc

Wakefield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

16.38

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Visualization, Reporting, Data Analysis, Automation, Google Apps Script, JavaScript, Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Google Forms, Gmail API, Drive API, Health & Safety Metrics, Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Communication, Process Improvement, Data Storytelling

Industry

Description

Location: South Elmsall, Pontefract Shift: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:30 £16.38ph Purpose Working in the Optimisation team, the WF Resource Validation & Support Analyst is responsible for providing all senior stakeholders with regular and ad hoc reports, aimed mainly at improving cost across NDL. Responsibilities Initial responsibilities will be to design, build, and maintain high-quality reporting and insights on Health & Safety metrics, enabling informed decision-making, risk reduction, and regulatory compliance across the organisation. Develop and maintain dashboards and reports on key Health & Safety metrics Translate business requirements into clear, user-friendly reporting solutions Automate recurring reports to improve efficiency and consistency Analyse trends and patterns in safety data to identify risks, root causes, and improvement opportunities Provide actionable insights to H&S leaders and operational teams Work closely with the Health & Safety team to understand their needs and priorities. Act as a bridge between technical data teams and non-technical stakeholders. Present findings clearly to a range of audiences, including senior leadership. Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes Introduce best practices in data visualisation and storytelling Proactively monitor safety data to detect serious risks, anomalies, or deteriorating trends and escalate these promptly to Health & Safety and operational leadership. Desirable Experience in Health & Safety & knowledge of metrics Behaviours Accuracy Attention to Detail Communication Confidentiality Curious Cost Focus Decision making Honesty Growth Mindset Initiative Proactive Problem Solving Team Working Work Ethic Experience/Knowledge/Skills Ability to plan and prioritise own workload, working to tight timescales Ability to critically analyse data and provide recommendations Technical skills and expertise working with datasets across different sources and formats Strong data visualisation skills - ability to simplify complex information and present trends and key performance indicators for decision makers. Calm under pressure and ability to work to short deadlines Proactively identifying opportunities for innovation Focused on continuous learning and growth within the role Previous business intelligence and data analysis experience. Automate repetitive daily/weekly tasks Setting up and maintaining Google Forms Experience in basic coding Proven ability to design, build, and maintain scalable spreadsheet-driven workflows using Google Apps Script / JavaScript, including automated email and data processes via Gmail API, Drive API, and other Google services, improving efficiency and reducing manual work Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership of work and delivering results to a high standard. Comfortable asking questions and engaging in open dialogue to drive better outcomes Advanced knowledge of Google Workspace ecosystem particularly Sheets/Excel plus Forms, Drive, Docs, Slides, Calendar You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global! * Sharesave scheme * 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT) * Generous bonus scheme for many roles * Restaurants with great food at amazing prices * Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops * Free on-site parking * 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty * Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform * Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing * Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification * Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail.

Responsibilities

The analyst will design, build, and maintain high-quality reports and dashboards focused on Health & Safety metrics to support informed decision-making and compliance. Key duties include automating recurring reports, analyzing safety data trends, and presenting actionable insights to H&S leaders and operational teams.