Operational Researcher: Data-Driven Policy & Impact

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP); Pontypridd; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is seeking analysts to join its Analytical Community. Analysts work flexibly in multi-disciplinary teams across policy, operational and analytical areas to develop DWP’s evidence base and provide analysis that supports key decisions underpinning Departmental policies and projects.

We welcome applicants who can demonstrate experienced analytical practice, strong communication of findings with caveats, and proven ability to lead complex analytical projects

Qualifications

• Proven analytical experience applying professional tools and techniques to solve complex problems and ensure quality assurance of analysis.
• Proven experience using and communicating analytical findings, context, caveats and limitations clearly to maximise value and impact in decision making.
• Proven experience in proactive ownership and leading complex analytical projects with stakeholders and balancing priorities to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex analytical projects within multi-disciplinary, multi-site teams across policy, operational and analytical areas.
• Communicate analytical findings clearly to ministers, senior leaders and stakeholders to inform decisions.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

Job description

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is seeking analysts to join its Analytical Community. Analysts work flexibly in multi-disciplinary teams across policy, operational and analytical areas to develop DWP’s evidence base and provide analysis that supports key decisions underpinning Departmental policies and projects.

We welcome applicants who can demonstrate experienced analytical practice, strong communication of findings with caveats, and proven ability to lead complex analytical projects