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We are looking to build our team with a HESA Consultant who could support higher education institutions with their data and reporting requirements. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future HESA Consultant opportunities, roles that could involve working with organisations across the sector to ensure compliance, accuracy and effective use of higher education data.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

Higher education institutions rely on accurate, compliant HESA submissions to support funding, performance monitoring and strategic planning. Roles of this type could sit within a dynamic consultancy environment, partnering with universities and colleges to navigate HESA data collection, validation, reporting and regulatory requirements. The work could involve understanding institutional data landscapes, identifying gaps and opportunities, and delivering practical solutions that keep organisations aligned with sector expectations.

Typical role overview

• Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, England — on-site
• Type: Contract
• Rate: £500 per day
• Field of study: Business
• Qualification level: Bachelor's degree

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Supporting higher education institutions with HESA data collection, validation and submission processes
• Advising on HESA compliance requirements and helping organisations interpret regulatory guidance
• Analysing institutional data landscapes and identifying areas for improvement or risk
• Working with stakeholders across finance, student records, academic and quality functions to gather and validate data
• Delivering training, documentation or guidance on HESA processes and best practice
• Liaising with HESA directly where needed to resolve queries or support institutional submissions
• Contributing to project delivery and problem-solving across data and reporting challenges

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

• Demonstrable knowledge of HESA data requirements, submission processes and regulatory compliance
• Experience working in or with higher education, or equivalent exposure to sector data and reporting
• Understanding of education data standards, student information systems and institutional reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to accuracy and detail
• Ability to communicate complex data concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Proficiency in relevant tools and systems (such as student information platforms or data management software)
• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related discipline

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• The opportunity to support higher education institutions in delivering accurate, compliant data and reporting
• Exposure to sector-wide challenges and best practice across multiple institutions
• Contract flexibility and a competitive day rate of £500
• The chance to work within a consultancy environment and develop expertise across the education data landscape
• Scope to contribute to meaningful projects that support institutional performance and accountability

About SThree

SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.
We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds

How to register interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.

Disclaimer:
Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.