Data Analyst

Pertemps; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Data Analyst for a public sector client in Edinburgh. This temporary role involves reporting, data analysis, and producing insights to support decision-making across teams. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and experience with data presentation. The position offers a pay rate of £17.72 per hour with a potential contract extension.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and analyzing data to support decision-making.
• Proven ability to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Strong skills in presenting data to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyse, and report high-quality data.
• Work with end users to understand data needs.
• Identify trends, issues, and opportunities through data analysis.
• Produce performance summaries using large datasets.
• Maintain data quality and resolve issues.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Communication skills

Excel

Business Objects

Job description

Overview

Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Data Analyst to work with our public sector client on a temporary basis.

Location: Craigmillar area of Edinburgh

Role: Data Analyst

Duration: 2 months with possible extension

Pay rate: £17.72 per hour

Hours: Monday - Friday, 36 hours per week

Start: asap

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyse, and report high-quality data to support evidence-based decision-making across operational teams.
• Work with end users to understand data needs and deliver relevant analysis, reports, and products.
• Identify trends, issues, and opportunities through data analysis and provide clear, actionable insights.
• Offer expert statistical advice and apply robust methods to ensure accurate and reliable reporting.
• Produce performance summaries using large datasets and innovative analytical techniques.
• Utilise tools like Excel and Business Objects to deliver meaningful reports and dashboards.
• Present data visually, ensuring insights are accessible and understandable to non-technical audiences.
• Maintain data quality by identifying issues, resolving problems, and improving data collection processes.
• Support development and improvement of key datasets and information systems.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation to ensure data solutions align with strategic goals.
• Any other tasks as required.

If you are interested in this role, please apply online immediately.