Job Description

We don’t just believe in better. We make it happen.  

Better content. Better products. And better careers.  

Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, Sky Stream to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. 

Role/Team overview 

Our Tech Strategy & Business Ops Planning team is an integral part of the Global Streaming Technology organisation which delivers market leading products and capabilities across Sky Group. We are looking for passionate, committed individuals to join our team and opportunity abounds for the right candidates!

As a Planning Analyst within the Tech Strategy & Business Operations team, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence and strategic insight across our technology portfolio. You will work closely with Finance, Portfolio Delivery, and Development teams to ensure accurate forecasting, resource tracking, and data-driven decision-making. This role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and has a passion for turning data into actionable intelligence.

What you’ll do –

• Forecasting: Track and manage financial forecasts and actuals across all portfolios of work, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Data Analysis: Analyse complex datasets to identify trends, variances, and key insights that inform business decisions.
• Reporting: Produce clear, concise reports and present findings to senior stakeholders, including Directors and Heads of Department.
• Timesheet Compliance: Support timesheet tracking and compliance across teams to maintain accurate capacity and demand planning.
• Project Support: Contribute to various capacity and demand initiatives as required, supporting broader strategic planning efforts.

This is more than just a numbers role – it’s a chance to influence strategy, collaborate across teams, and grow your career in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.

What you’ll bring

• Experience: Proven analytical experience in planning, forecasting, or business operations within a technology or consulting environment.
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, or similar tools with the ability to tell a story with the data.
• Communication: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaboration: Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams and build productive working relationship
• Attention to Detail: Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset and problem-solving attitude.
• ‘Can do’ attitude: Lead by example and be prepared to go the extra mile when needed.
• Highly organised: Have the drive to bring order and structure to the planning environment you’ll be working in.

We’re on the hunt for someone who’s not just great with data, but thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and always looking for smarter ways to work. If you're a natural problem solver with a passion for making things better, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits and perks 

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here’s a taster:  

• Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema   
• Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution
• Private healthcare with mental health support 
• Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance 
• Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect  
• Sharesave and Tech schemes 
• A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences  

How you’ll work 

We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 2 days in the office per week. 

Your office base 

Osterley

Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there’s plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re-energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there’s free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.

Who we are 

We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you’ll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. 

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.  

To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position.

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media.