Job Description
New Job Alert - Senior Data Analyst - Local Government Transformation
A UK local authority is undertaking a significant, multi-year transformation programme across core service areas including Adult Social Care, Children's Services, and Housing. This programme is data-led and insight-driven, aiming to modernise outdated systems, improve service delivery, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
We are seeking two experienced Data Analysts to support this work as part of a dynamic internal consultancy team. These roles will be embedded within services, working hands-on with real data challenges to inform critical decisions and reform frontline delivery.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Cleanse, validate, and restructure complex datasets from legacy systems (e.g. Liquid Logic, NEC, Jigsaw, Academy)
* Create clear, visual dashboards and performance reports using Power BI
* Collaborate across housing, social care and children's services to support redesign of frontline services
* Link and reconcile data from disconnected systems to provide accurate, meaningful insights
* Coach non-technical staff to build internal understanding and capability in data usage
* Support service leaders in making informed decisions around resources, costs, and delivery models
Essential Skills & Experience
? MUST have recent experience in Local Government or Council settings(Experience with public sector consultancies working on local gov projects also acceptable)
* Proven track record as a Data Analyst working with large public datasets
* Strong experience in Power BI (reporting, dashboards, visuals)
* Solid SQL skills (data extraction, cleaning, validation)
* Familiarity with relevant local government systems, ideally including: Liquid Logic, Mosaic, NEC, RIO, Academy, Jigsaw
* Experience cleansing and aligning data from multiple disconnected sources
* Strong understanding of public service data needs (e.g. adult social care, children's services, housing)
* Able to work independently and collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
Desirable (But Not Essential)
* NHS or public health experience may be considered only if core skills and transformation background align
* Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric or cloud-based analytics environments
* Experience with Tableau or other BI tools
* Understanding of flow accounting or cost-to-serve modelling
Location: Southeast England / Hybrid (2-3 days onsite per week)Contract: Until March 2026Start Date: ASAPRate: £500 (Inside IR35)Sector: Local Government / Public Sector
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