OD Insights Officer

Slough Borough Council; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Slough Borough Council invites applications for an Insights Officer in the HR & Workforce directorate. You will support officers with data and insights to inform HR strategies and OD improvement initiatives, upholding the Council’s values.

The role helps run systems and processes to deliver a responsive, data‑driven, customer‑focused service that supports workforce priorities and cultural aims. Hybrid working is available with a minimum of two days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Support officers with data and insights to inform HR strategies and OD improvements.
• Act as a role model for the Council’s values and support senior colleagues.
• Encourage staff engagement, wellbeing and professional development.
• Ensure data systems and processes run effectively to enable service delivery.
• Contribute to delivering workforce and cultural priorities.

Job description

• Pay Level:6


• Salary: Starting from£37,711(fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance)


• Contract Type: Permanent


• Working Hours:37hours per week


• Location:Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)


• DBS requirement:Basic

The closing date for applications ismidnight on18th November 2026.

Interviews will be held week commencing 23rd November 2026.

What you’ll be doing:

We are excited to invite applications for this new role to the Council which will play a central role helping and supporting officers with the data and insights necessary to inform HR strategies and OD improvement initiatives. You will act as a role model for the Council’s values and supporting senior colleagues to do the same.

We are looking for someone dedicated to supporting a culture that inspires staff, aligns with the Councils’ strategic objectives and promotes high levels of engagement, well-being and professional development to drive employee satisfaction and performance.

As an Insights Officer within the HR & Workforce directorate, you will play a central role helping and supporting officers with the data and insights necessary to inform HR strategies and OD improvement initiatives.

The role supports the effective running of systems, processes and customer interactions, contributing to a responsive, data-informed and customer-focused service that enables the organisation to deliver its workforce and cultural priorities.

Our Council:

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.

What we offer:

We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.

We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.

Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:

• 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.


• The Local Government Pension Scheme


• Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.


• Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.

Accessibility and Support:

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: [e-mail].

Information shared will be treated confidentially and used only to provide appropriate support throughout recruitment and beyond.

Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.

Right to Work and Checks:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact [e-mail] before applying.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Our 8 Core Skills

At Slough Borough Council, we are movingForward Together. Our core skills reflect what we value and will form part of your interview.