Productivity Analyst

Position Description

The primary purpose of the Productivity Analyst is to ensure the reliable application of the BBC productivity model through robust data validation, governance, and stakeholder engagement, while supporting productivity growth. The role is responsible for the end-to-end execution of productivity activities, including data collection, validation, analysis, quality checks, and the production of quarterly results. 

Key Responsibilities

Data Management & Insight Delivery

• Data gathering, integration and analysis activities across internal systems (including SAP), ensuring data is reliable, well governed and fit for purpose.

• Deliver clear, actionable insights and reporting to support operational, strategic and regulatory decision-making.

• Analyse advanced dashboards, automated templates and digital tools that enhance efficiency and improve information flow across ESB Networks.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain effective working relationships across the organisation, acting as a trusted advisor who can influence business priorities.

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, gather insights, and ensure analytic outputs meet operational needs.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to optimise processes and embed more data-driven decision-making across teams.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail.

• Experience working with large, complex datasets.

• Strong working knowledge of SAP and Excel (advanced formulas).

• Ability to follow defined methodologies and governance frameworks.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills for explaining technical outputs.

• Experience supporting audit, regulatory, or assurance processes (desirable).

• Minimum 4 years relvant work experience. 

Location

This position will be based in Athlone/ Flexible. 

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

Reporting to

BBC Implementation Manager

Why Work with Us? 

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future 

• Career development through mentoring and training

• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities 

• Sports and Social Clubs 

• Networking opportunities 

• Credit Union 

• Generous Pension 

• Access to staff well-being programmes 

• Generous parental leave entitlements 

• Strong values-based and inclusive culture

• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

Salary 

€49,000 to €56,000 per annum

Closing Date 

30th July 2026

Interview

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy: 

• Accountable and Ethical 

• Collaborative

• Growing and Adaptive 

• Proactive 

• Respectful and Supportive