People Data and Insights Lead

Thurrock Council; Thurrock; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a People Data and Insights Lead to transform organizational data into impactful insights. This role requires strong analytical and data visualization skills, with responsibilities including developing accessible reporting and dashboards to support strategic workforce decision-making. Ideal candidates have experience with HR data and analytics platforms, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The position offers flexible working opportunities and professional development support.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and data visualization talents.
• Solid understanding of Oracle Fusion HCM.
• Experience preparing Gender Pay Gap reports.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and present complex data for HR and OD.
• Develop dashboards and data products for accessibility.
• Design tools and training for data self-service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data visualization

Understanding of HR data needs

Experience with HR systems

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Job Title: People Data and Insights Lead

Salary: £45,624 - £52,038 per annum (pro rata if part-time)

Grade: F

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

About the Department

The Data & Systems Team sits within the People Services department, ensuring the organisation has accurate, reliable and meaningful workforce information. The team provides clear data insights to support workforce planning and strategic decision-making, maintains and continuously improves the Human Capital Management (HCM) system, and manages organisational structures and position data. It is also responsible for timely and accurate data input, high‑quality record keeping in line with policy and audit requirements and completing statutory reporting obligations, including Office for National Statistics (ONS) returns.

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and analytical People Data Insight Analyst to play a key role in transforming organisational data into meaningful insight. This role is central to supporting decision‑making across the Council by developing high quality reporting, improving data accessibility and strengthening how People Services uses data to understand complex workforce issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and present complex data, turning insight into clear, impactful reports and analyses that support HR, Organisational Development (OD), and wider organisational needs.
• Lead on the development of how the HR/OD function shares, uses and communicates data across the Council and with partners.
• Improve systems, processes and tools that enable effective use of data, evidence, evaluation, and research to support decision‑making and organisational learning.
• Maintain, develop, and create reports, dashboards, and data products that provide accurate, accessible, and timely information.
• Design and deliver tools, guidance, and training to help colleagues access and use data independently through on‑demand and self‑service methods.

About You

• Has strong analytical and data visualisation skills, with the ability to present insight to non‑technical audiences.
• Understands HR and OD data needs and the importance of evidence‑based workforce decision‑making.
• Has a solid understanding of the Oracle Fusion HCM Organisational Tree, including how structures and hierarchies support reporting and analysis.
• Is familiar with Local Government statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely submissions.
• Has experience analysing and preparing Gender Pay Gap and Equality Pay Gap reports, with the ability to interpret patterns, identify drivers and inform action planning.
• Can build strong relationships and work collaboratively with teams across the organisation.
• Is confident developing new approaches, improving processes and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Has experience using HR systems, reporting tools, or analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel, HRIS).

Benefits of Working with Us

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

DBS Check: Not Required for this post

Important Dates

• Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 11th December 2025
• Closing Date (Internal & External): 4th January 2026
• Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:

Jo Mistry - Data and Systems Manager

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