Data Analyst

North East Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading authority seeks an experienced data analyst to join its Evidence and Evaluation team. The role focuses on utilizing data to drive policy decisions and improve community wellbeing. Generous benefits and opportunities for professional development are offered. Ideal for someone innovative and collaborative.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement, starting at 27 days

Flexible working practices

Generous employer contribution pension scheme

A range of salary sacrifice schemes

Commitment to staff development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced data analyst with a passion for data-driven decision making.
• Confident with a range of data including transport, economic and environmental.
• Ability to present complex data clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex data analysis and visualization projects.
• Provide analytical support to teams and partners.
• Communicate data insights to various audiences.

Skills

Data Analysis

Data Visualization

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Data Science or related field

Job description

We are growing our Evidence and Evaluation team to reflect the ambitious programme the North East Combined Authority has to transform our region. We are looking for an experienced data analyst to join our analytical team and help to support our ambition to be data driven and evidence-led.



Our purpose is to champion the full potential of our region. Collaborating with our partners and local authorities we’ll create a better way of life by connecting communities, giving people the skills to succeed, and improving wellbeing for all so the North East is recognised as an outstanding place to live, work, visit and invest.



We aim to utilise data and evidence in our policy making, strategy development and programme delivery and our team is central to providing insights and intelligence on the region.



We are looking for someone who is confident with data, whether that be transport, economic and business, housing or environmental for example, and is passionate about making a meaningful impact through its application. The successful candidate will provide analytical support to our teams and partners, lead on complex data analysis and visualisation projects to support policy development processes and decision-making within the North East CA.



You will work closely with other data analysts within the team to communicate and translate a range of outputs, ensuring that complex data is presented clearly to various audiences and supporting colleagues and partners in using data effectively. You will champion the use of data and analysis to illustrate the value and impact of linking evidence and policy together, while remaining curious and innovative to maximise analytical outputs.



This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative and strategic environment, enjoys high autonomy, and excels at developing new analysis and working methods, including leveraging external expertise.



In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to an excellent benefits package:

• Generous leave entitlement, starting at 27 days, rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff) with a day off for your birthday


• Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.


• A generous employer contribution pension scheme.


• A range of salary sacrifice schemes.


• Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.


• Progression and career enhancement opportunities.

If you have the skills and qualities to succeed in this role and are committed to delivering the combined authority’s vision and values, we look forward to hearing from you. If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact:



Emma Bennett, Senior Programme Manager, Evidence and Evaluation. [e-mail].



Closing date for applications Friday 4th July 2025 noon

Interviews will be held week commencing W/C 28th July 2025



For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority’s website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk



This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Combined Authority.



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