Operational Performance Specialist

Job Description - Operational Performance Specialist (16507) Job Description Operational Performance Specialist (16507) Description Operational Performance Specialist We are easyJet – a FTSE-100 listed, £multi-billion low-cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. If you’re reading this, you have probably already been an easyJet customer, and you’ll know that there is no more iconic (or Orange) travel brand in Europe. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low-cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service. What makes us easyJet? Our Promise Behaviours – we are Safe, Bold, Welcoming and Challenging. Four Behaviours. One Spirit. One easyJet. Read on if you: Have experience in operations analytics, performance reporting, or a related field (ideally within aviation or logistics) Enjoy working with data, uncovering trends, and using insights to drive continuous improvement across operational teams Are comfortable using analytical tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms Can be in our fantastic Luton head office 3 x per week The Team You’ll join our Operations Performance – Ground Operations team, a group dedicated to developing and owning the strategic agenda for performance metrics across our network. The team leads on everything from aircraft turnaround and airport scheduling to ground handling performance and de-icing usage. We work closely with colleagues across Ground Ops, Procurement, Flight Ops, Cabin Services, Scheduling, IT, and Business Intelligence to ensure our data and processes drive operational excellence. The Role As an Operational Performance Specialist, you’ll play a key role in tracking and analysing operational metrics, supporting data-driven decision making, and identifying opportunities for improvement. You’ll work hands‑on with data, reporting tools, and operational teams to ensure accuracy, drive best practice, and help us deliver a seamless experience for our customers and colleagues. Requirements of the Role What we’re looking for 1–3 years’ experience in operations support, performance analysis, or a related field Proficiency with data tools such as Excel and SQL; experience with Power BI or Tableau is a plus Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Analytical thinking and problem‑solving ability Effective communicator, able to work collaboratively across teams Self‑motivated, able to manage your own workload and bring forward new ideas Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, changing environment Basic understanding of ground operations, logistics or transport operations and relevant KPIs is advantageous Relevant degree or training in Business, Analytics, or Operations preferred but not essential What you’ll get in return Up to 20% bonus 25 days holiday BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes Life Assurance Flexible benefits package Excellent staff travel benefits Practicalities This full‑time role will be based in Luton and will be 40 hours per week. We support hybrid working and we spend 60% of our time per month in the office. Apply Apply now via our careers page. We’d love to hear more about you, so please include a cover letter with your application. Tell us what excites you about this role and how your skills and experience make you a great fit for our team. We’re looking forward to learning more about your motivations and what you’ll bring to easyJet. Reasonable Adjustments At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation. Business Area Operations #J-18808-Ljbffr