Lead Commercial Analyst

Jagex

. Own the calculation and in-depth analysis of ARPU, monitoring performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances, and recommending corrective action.

Posted 10/9/2026contractCambridge • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting, with a strong ability to analyze data and present actionable insights. Proficient in SQL, Python, and Tableau, with a focus on driving business performance in subscription-based environments.

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Financial ModelingBudgetingForecastingSQL ProficiencyTableau Expertise

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingBudgetingForecastingVariance AnalysisData AnalysisSQLPythonRTableauPower BI

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingStrategic ThinkingCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

TableauPower BI

Industry Keywords

ARPUSubscription-Based BusinessGaming SectorPrivate Equity-Backed EnvironmentRevenue Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the calculation and in-depth analysis of ARPU, monitoring performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances, and recommending corrective action.
Monitor subscription numbers and other cohort data against budgets and forecasts, flagging variances and recommending next steps.
Develop and maintain financial models and Tableau dashboards supporting strategic pricing decisions, long-term planning, and accountability for ARPU and subscription performance.
Analyze key revenue metrics, trends, and performance drivers, including chargebacks and fraud, and assess their financial impact.
Present clear, impactful findings to senior leadership.
Provide ARPU and subscription assumptions for annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Partner with Pricing & Subscription, Data Engineering & BI, and Finance teams on pricing strategy, datasets, dashboards, commercial reporting, and revenue analysis.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in data and analysis, ideally in the gaming sector or a subscription-based business.
Experience in a private equity-backed or similar environment is an advantage.
Comprehensive expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, with a proven track record of delivering actionable insights that drive business performance.
Proficiency in data languages such as SQL, Python, or R.
Proficiency in visualisation tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships at all levels across the organisation.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
A high level of curiosity and a track record of delivering innovative solutions to complex problems.
Applicants must be based (or willing to relocate) within a comfortable commuting distance of the Cambridgeshire, UK office.
Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK without employer visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private Healthcare, including Dental Plan.
Minimum 6% Pension contributions.
Employee Assistance Programme & onsite Counselling.
Life Insurance.
Discretionary annual performance bonus.
Enhanced family leave policies from day 1.
Flexible working hours.
25 days annual leave + Bank holidays & the option to buy/sell holidays + so much more!