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
University Graduate (Quantitative Degree)
0-1 year of post-grad experience (including internships)Skills to master
- Solidify SQL and Excel skills, learn business context quickly, develop strong communication for data insights, master our internal reporting tools.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently delivers accurate data and reports on time.
- Asks insightful questions that demonstrate a growing understanding of business problems.
- Independently troubleshoots common data issues.
- Proactively seeks feedback and applies it to improve work.
- 2
Data Intern / Junior Analyst (Other Industry)
1-2 years of relevant analytical experienceSkills to master
- Adapt existing analytical skills to our specific growth metrics and business model, learn our tech stack (Salesforce, Mixpanel), understand GTM concepts.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully translates previous analytical experience to new growth challenges.
- Quickly becomes proficient in our specific data sources and tools.
- Contributes proactively to team discussions with relevant insights.
- Demonstrates strong ownership of assigned analytical projects.
- 3
Highly Analytical Role (e.g., Finance Analyst, Operations Analyst)
1-3 years in a highly quantitative roleSkills to master
- Transition from internal operational/financial reporting to external market/customer growth analysis, learn specific growth methodologies (e.g., LTV:CAC modelling), develop product analytics skills.
You're ready to move on when
- Applies rigorous analytical mindset to new growth problems.
- Shows strong initiative in learning new domain-specific concepts.
- Identifies opportunities for cross-functional data collaboration.
- Consistently delivers high-quality, actionable insights.