Housing and Public Protection Analyst

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead; Taplow; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Berkshire seeks a Data Analyst to lead data projects that support housing and community services. Responsibilities include data analysis, building reports, and collaborating with service leads. Strong Excel and Power BI skills are essential. This position offers a salary of £37,526 - £41,613 per annum with hybrid working and generous benefits.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Local Government Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, ideally within housing, public protection, or local government.
• Strong skills in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with specialist databases (e.g. IDOX, MRI) is a plus.
• Ability to communicate complex data clearly.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leading data collection, analysis, and reporting for statutory and strategic purposes.
• Collaborating with service leads to turn data into meaningful insights.
• Building dashboards and reports using systems like IDOX and MRI.
• Ensuring data quality and compliance.
• Presenting findings in clear, accessible formats to support decision-making.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Communication of complex data

Problem-solving mindset

Tools

IDOX

MRI

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about turning data into action? Do you want to help shape services that make a real difference in people\'s lives? This is your chance to be at the centre of strategic work across housing, regulatory services, domestic abuse, and community safety. You\'ll lead on key data projects, including statutory returns, performance reporting, and strategic needs assessments that shape our strategies, policies and services.

Responsibilities

• Leading data collection, analysis, and reporting for statutory and strategic purposes.
• Collaborating with service leads to turn data into meaningful insights.
• Building dashboards and reports using systems like IDOX and MRI.
• Ensuring data quality and compliance.
• Presenting findings in clear, accessible formats to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, ideally within housing, public protection, or local government.
• Strong skills in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with specialist databases (e.g. IDOX, MRI) is a plus.
• Ability to communicate complex data clearly.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset.

About RBWM

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council - a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

Contract and Benefits

We have a 12-month fixed term contract within our team, with hybrid working and a salary of £37,526 - £41,613 per annum, and 32 days annual leave. Flexible working including a hybrid pattern for a better work-life balance. Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times annual salary) and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme. Other benefits include free employee parking close to the offices, Give As You Earn scheme, Instant Reward Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and access to discounts with retailers, including gym memberships and travel deals.

Equality and Inclusion

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation. As an equal opportunities\' employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.