The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
Junior Digital Analytics Assistant (L1)
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Mastering basic reporting, accurate data entry, understanding core metrics, and learning our internal tools and processes under close supervision.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently delivers accurate reports without errors.
- Can independently pull basic data from GA4 and other platforms.
- Proactively identifies minor data discrepancies.
- Demonstrates a strong desire to learn and take on more responsibility.
- 2
Marketing Intern / Graduate Scheme
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Gaining exposure to various marketing channels, understanding business objectives, and developing foundational data literacy and analytical thinking.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully completed analytics-focused projects during internship/scheme.
- Can articulate the 'so what' behind basic marketing metrics.
- Shows initiative in seeking out data to answer questions.
- Has a good grasp of our overall marketing strategy.
- 3
Data Entry / Operations Role with Analytical Focus
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Developing strong data cleaning and manipulation skills, understanding data integrity, and building foundational SQL or Excel expertise.
You're ready to move on when
- Proven ability to manage and clean large datasets.
- Can write intermediate Excel formulas or basic SQL queries.
- Has a keen eye for detail and data accuracy.
- Actively sought out analytical tasks within their previous role.