Performance Analyst
Vacancy Reference Number
19678
Number of Vacancies
3
(B) OCU
Learning & Development
Location
Central London
Band
Band C
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
36 hours per week
Type of Contract
Permanent
Job Advert
Job Title: Performance Analyst
Salary: The starting salary is £47,060, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.
The salary is broken down as £44,132 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £52,652 Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.
Location: Central London
Learning & Development Command
Learning & Development (L&D) Performance & Assurance team is a new function within the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) that has been created to deliver analytical support to enable the organisation to manage its L&D performance. Through the New Met for London plan the team will look to deliver data-driven decision making to enable more trust, less crime and high standards. This means treating our data in the same way we treat our people, methods and technology; as a strategic asset.
A key part of L&D Strategy & Performance pillar will be the Performance & Assurance team, and we're currently looking for Senior Reporting Analysts to drive and maintain reporting services that enable data-driven decision-making and compliance. This role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish best practices, supporting users with training, and enhancing data capability across the Met. The ideal candidate will be analytically minded with demonstrable recent experience.
Key Role Responsibilities:
You'll have a number of core duties relating to L&D reporting. These include:
* Leading the design and build of visually compelling dashboards and reports to drive business insights
* Gathering reporting requirements and defining the KPIs, measures and metrics for reporting solutions, and storing this critical data centrally
* Analysing data within reports to provide pertinent insights that inform stakeholders' strategic decision-making
* Leading all reporting and dashboard testing and ensuring a high level of quality assurance is met before reports and dashboards are published
* Owning the creation of the technical documentation required to support the team
When it comes to people management and teamwork, we'll expect you to:
* Be willing to learn new MPS systems and reporting applications
* Foster a data-driven culture throughout L&D, promoting data literacy and data analysis tools and techniques
* Monitor your objectives and seek feedback to continuously improve your performance
* Set clear expectations and use your strengths to meet personal and team goals
* Promote a culture of respect, inclusion and diversity across your teams, one that supports and encourages positivity
* Provide guidance, support and mentoring to Reporting Analysts, and ensure ongoing succession for key positions
How to apply
To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and/or Personal Statement.
Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 17th September 2025.
Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence w/c 1st September.
Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence between 15th – 30th September.
Essential For The Role
Successful candidates will be expected to evidence the following attributes:
* 4+ years functional reporting experience within operational functions: L&D, finance, HR and/or commercial
* Practical Knowledge of core end to end shared services and data sets covering (at least one) L&D, Commercial, Finance and HR scope
* 4+ years' experience in building reports and analytics using multiple tools (e.g.Fabric, PowerBI, Tableau, Qlik or Similar), and using statistical analysis methodologies e.g. clustering, regression etc.
* Experience of managing a team of individuals providing clear direction, support and resolution
* Knowledge of implementing best in practice reporting and analytics dashboard
* Highlighting risk and assurance areas and offer workable solutions
* Knowledge in developing and improving data and reporting standards, processes and governance
Additional Information
You will be required to work across various sites including Hendon, Marlow House and New Scotland Yard.
* Successful candidates will be expected to remain in their initial role for 2 years before applying for any other internal roles
* The expectation is you will travel into the office 3 times per week.
Required Languages
English
Reports To
Band B
Additional Information
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The following competencies will be tested against during sift:
* We analyse critically at level 3
The following values will be tested against during sift:
* Accountability
Disability Confident Statement
The Met is committed to being an equitable (fair and impartial) and inclusive employer for disabled people, striving to have a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term conditions, ethnic minority groups and women.
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