About The Role Publica is committed to delivering high-quality services for local communities. Were looking for a Junior Data & Performance Analyst to join our Business Information, Performance & Improvement team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their data career who is passionate about analysis, problem-solving, and developing their skills in a supportive environment. As a Junior Data & Performance Analyst, youll support the collection, preparation, analysis, and visualisation of data to help inform decision-making and assess service performance. Working closely with senior analysts, youll help identify trends, investigate performance issues, and develop meaningful insights for teams across the organisation. Youll also play a key role in maintaining data documentation and supporting data quality and assurance processes. This is a hybrid role, with a mix of working from home and from our offices in Cirencester, so you will need to live within a reasonable commuting distance. The post is offered on a 9-month fixed-term contract for maternity cover, or until the postholder returns whichever is sooner. The working pattern is Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities Gather, clean, and prepare data from multiple sources Analyse datasets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies Monitor KPIs and performance metrics Produce clear dashboards and reports using tools such as Google Workspace, Power BI, or Excel Support root-cause analysis and improvement recommendations Maintain documentation of data sources, definitions, and methodologies Assist colleagues across the business with their data and reporting needs Validate data accuracy and carry out quality assurance checks Learn from senior analysts and proactively develop your analytical skills Ready to grow your data career? Apply now and help us deliver high-quality insights that support better outcomes for our communities. You will need A keen interest in data analysis and uncovering insights Strong IT skills, with confidence using spreadsheets and digital tools Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines Good judgement, with the confidence to question and explore issues GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships Able to handle information securely and maintain confidentiality Interview Date: 5th and 6th March Special conditions A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle Occasional additional hours may be needed to meet service demands What we can do for you Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice Renewed again for another year there is a health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of up to 7% of your earnings Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary About The Organisation You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.