Data & Intelligence Graduate — Flood Resilience

Somerset Council; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Flexible & hybrid working

Health & wellbeing support

Paid volunteering opportunities

Professional Development Plan

Job summary

Somerset Council’s Flood Resilience Programme is seeking a Data and Intelligence Graduate to support data collection, analysis and the application of data to inform resilience planning across Somerset.

You’ll work with partners across organisations to turn data into actionable insights that inform decisions and drive long‑term resilience. The role is part of the Graduate Scheme and offers hands-on experience in a high‑profile programme.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification, with a classification of at least 2:2 (obtained within the last 3 years).
• Strong analytical, technical and IT skills, with the ability to work confidently with data and digital tools.
• Experience gathering, researching and analysing information to support decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret data to support flood resilience planning and programme delivery across Somerset.
• Produce data insights, reports and information that help inform decision‑making and improve services.
• Support the delivery of projects by carrying out research, maintaining records and coordinating key activities.
• Assist with improvements to systems, processes and ways of working to enhance programme effectiveness.
• Work closely with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to share information and support collaborative working.
• Use digital tools and technology to provide data and intelligence support across the programme.

Skills

Analytical skills

IT skills

Data analysis

Communication

Education

2:2 degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data visualization tools

Job description

Somerset Council’s Flood Resilience Programme is seeking a Data and Intelligence Graduate to support data collection, analysis and the application of data to inform resilience planning across Somerset.

You’ll work with partners across organisations to turn data into actionable insights that inform decisions and drive long‑term resilience. The role is part of the Graduate Scheme and offers hands-on experience in a high‑profile programme.