Interim Decarbonisation Data and Modelling Analyst

Carrington West; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based consultancy is seeking an Interim Data & Modelling Analyst to assist in developing a Local Area Energy Plan. The role involves data analysis, GIS modelling, and contributing to sustainability projects. Candidates should have a strong analytical background with at least 3 years of experience in local authority settings. This position offers a rate of up to £450 per day, with options for full-time or part-time hours, and is fully remote.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working within a local authority setting.
• Experience in data modelling and scenario development.
• Comfortable working independently and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Support development of the Local Area Energy Plan through data analysis and modelling.
• Interpret and present energy data to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align outputs with project goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data modelling

GIS tools familiarity

Communication skills

Tools

Energy modelling software

Job description

Interim Data & Modelling Analyst - Local Area Energy Plan

Working directly with a Local Authority | Fully remote (occasional monthly meeting)

£450 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

Duration: December 2025 - March 2026 (Part-time from December, or full-time from January)

Overview

Our local authority client is mid-way through developing their Local Area Energy Plan (LAEP) and is seeking additional analytical support to progress the modelling and scenario development stages. This role will provide extra resource capacity within the sustainability and energy team, contributing to the interpretation of data, GIS modelling, and creation of evidence-based energy scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing development of the Local Area Energy Plan through data analysis, modelling, and scenario testing.
• Work with baseline energy data and geospatial (GIS) datasets to model potential future energy pathways.
• Interpret and present data in a clear and meaningful way to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and the existing Energy Programme Manager to align outputs with project goals.
• Contribute to written reports and summaries to support funding, planning, and policy workstreams.

About You

• UK Resident
• Minimum 3 years working within a local authority setting.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in data modelling, interpretation, and scenario development.
• Familiarity with GIS tools, spatial datasets, or energy modelling software.
• Previous experience in decarbonisation, energy planning, or sustainability projects within the public sector or housing sector preferred.
• Comfortable working independently and remotely, with excellent communication and reporting skills.
• No formal qualifications required - emphasis is on relevant experience and technical ability.

Additional Details

• Contract: Interim (December 2025 - March 2026)
• Hours: Full-time or part-time options available
• Rate: Up to £450 per day (Inside IR35)
• Location: Remote, with occasional monthly meeting attendance