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 Optimisation Analyst
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Mastering test setup accuracy, basic data pulling from GA4, understanding statistical significance, and documenting test results thoroughly.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently launches tests with zero errors.
- Can independently pull and interpret basic GA4 reports.
- Proactively identifies minor website friction points.
- Receives positive feedback on documentation quality.
- 2
Digital Marketing Executive (with strong analytics focus)
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Developing a strong understanding of conversion funnels, using analytics to inform campaign decisions, and gaining initial experience with A/B testing tools.
You're ready to move on when
- Regularly uses GA4 to optimise campaign performance.
- Has initiated and run small-scale A/B tests on landing pages or ad copy.
- Demonstrates a clear passion for data-driven decision-making.
- Can articulate how different marketing channels impact conversion.
- 3
UX/UI Analyst (with data experience)
2-4 yearsSkills to master
- Bridging the gap between user experience principles and quantitative data, understanding user research methodologies, and translating findings into testable hypotheses.
You're ready to move on when
- Can combine qualitative UX insights with quantitative data to form hypotheses.
- Has experience with user testing and interpreting user feedback.
- Understands design principles and how they impact conversion.
- Has worked closely with product and engineering teams on feature development.


