Can you analyse real world problems from first principles and communicate this to non-specialist audiences? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
The Head of Economic and Social Analysis is an analytical professional, within the Policy Directorate, who is responsible for taking ownership analysis that supports the DVSA’s policy and operational delivery work.
Benefits
Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King’s birthday
Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
The role holder will shape and influence work on a range of high‑profile issues, including driving tests, vehicle roadworthiness (e.g. through the MOT scheme), autonomous vehicles and other aspects of road safety and security which are rapidly evolving.
They will be responsible for building and leading a community of badged analytical professionals and be supported by the sponsorship team in the Department of Transport and its wider analytical community.
The role holder will provide influence amongst the leadership team by cutting across a breadth of topics, providing cutting‑edge insights and building analytical capability in the organisation.
Responsibilities
Build the DVSA’s forecasting capabilities, ensuring that macroeconomic and broader social trends are fully understood and incorporated into the organisation’s planning and decision‑making.
Manage and plan a portfolio of work which ranges from Impact Assessments / De Minimis Assessments (DMAs) and Post Implementation Reviews; to advisory roles, or lighter‑touch, creative analysis.
Develop and promote a culture of continuous improvement and continuous professional development to ensure delivery of a quality service to our customers.
Execute management responsibilities effectively, working with, leading and acting as a role model for team members and colleagues.
Work in collaboration with fellow CSLs across all functions for the good of DVSA and to create a high‑performing and well‑respected Agency.
Lead a programme of analysis to support the DVSA’s strategy and policy and operational delivery programme, impacting on strategic direction, Ministerial decisions and influencing key stakeholders.
Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public.
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