Vacancy Number:
28724
Category:
Business
Job Type:
Full-time
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
More information available on Our People Promise
Notes
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland prior to commencement of employment .
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.
Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence,
[email protected].
About ESB
Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
