Data Lead

Pobl Group; Ambleside; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization in the UK is seeking a Data Lead to oversee tracking and reporting on property improvement initiatives. This hybrid role requires expertise in advanced Excel and project management, along with experience in leading teams and analyzing complex data. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams and external partners to enhance living conditions and support sustainability efforts. Offering a salary of £51,242 with flexible working arrangements, this position is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in communities.

Benefits

Flexible working policies

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Health Cash Plan

Gym and shopping discounts

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in leading projects and managing people is essential.
• Ability to work with complex IT systems and analyze data to spot trends.
• Knowledge of PAS2035 is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead tracking and reporting on property improvement programmes.
• Support a team and influence projects to improve living conditions.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners for data enhancement.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Data analysis

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Knowledge of housing quality standards such as WHQS23

Background in property refurbishment or retrofit decarbonisation

Tools

IT systems knowledge

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• You'll lead on tracking, analysing and reporting the impact of our annual 50M Welsh Housing Quality Standard 2023 (WHQS23) property improvement programmes using real‑time remote sensing data to monitor property conditions, support data‑driven investment decisions and identify opportunities to enhance our customers' living environments.
• You'll be part of a team that is making homes more sustainable, energy efficient and comfortable for people to live in.
• You'll lead a small team of colleagues, supporting their growth and helping them reach their potential.
• You'll have the opportunity to influence projects—directly improving the quality of people's homes.
• You'll be at the forefront of using new technology (like remote‑sensing and smart systems) to monitor and improve the performance of our housing stock.
• You'll join an organisation that values people, encourages collaboration and supports flexibility at work.

About the Role

Where does this role fit in? The role sits within the Asset Intelligence team and reports to the Asset Intelligence Manager. You'll connect data and insights across the organisation, working with colleagues in asset management, compliance, finance, health and safety, neighbourhoods and sustainability. You'll also collaborate with external partners such as contractors, consultants and local authorities to enhance the quality of data and support better services. As a Data Lead you'll help create a supportive and high‑performing environment.

Requirements

We are looking for someone who can work with complex IT systems and analyse data to spot trends, forecast outcomes and guide evidence‑based decisions. You should have advanced skills in Excel and system integration with knowledge of housing quality standards such as WHQS23. Experience in leading projects, managing people and working collaboratively across teams is key. A background in property refurbishment or retrofit decarbonisation is desirable with PAS2035 knowledge an advantage.

November and will include a presentation panel interview & personality questionnaire assessment. If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process please contact

Position Details

• This is a permanent role for 37 hours per week. Salary is £51,242.
• Base locations: Swansea, Newport or Cardiff.
• We offer flexible working policies; this is a hybrid role.
• Predominantly Monday to Friday with the option to request a compressed 9‑day fortnight.
• A Basic DBS is required for the role which we pay for.
• 26 days holiday entitlement plus Bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service.
• Pension scheme.
• Sick Pay.
• Colleague Referral Scheme (£250 per referral).
• Time for Talking—a free counselling service.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Savings Scheme.
• Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes.
• Cycle‑to‑work and Electric Car scheme.
• Eyecare plan.
• Give as You Earn charity donation scheme.
• Gym and shopping discounts.
• Training and progression opportunities.

About Us

We are a leading housing and community focused organisation providing homes, support and services across Wales. We are committed to improving the lives of our residents, promoting sustainability and creating thriving communities. Recently we merged with Linc bringing together two organisations with shared values and a strong focus on delivering high quality housing, innovative services and excellent customer care. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive, values‑driven team that is making a real difference for our communities across Wales.

FREDIE Principles

At Pobl Group we are guided in all that we do by a group of principles that we call FREDIE: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background you will have an equal opportunity at Pobl Group and we encourage you to apply now.

How to Apply

If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm required to be our next difference maker please follow the prompts to apply now. Our application process is an up‑to‑date CV & we ask a question around your motivation, skills & experience for the role along with a few contact details so that we can get back in touch with you. Interviews will be held on the 5th.