Policy Data Analyst

Which?; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Which? seeks a driven Policy Data Analyst to support our Strategic Insight team. You will analyze data, generate insights into UK consumer behaviors, and advocate for consumer rights. Join us to make a significant impact on policies and regulations regarding consumer interests.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Discounts on shopping and holidays

Annual performance-based award

Healthcare and private medical insurance

Work from (almost) anywhere for 4 weeks

Qualifications

• Proven analytical skills with advanced quantitative analysis experience.
• Experience in R, Python or similar for data analysis.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to generate insight into consumer attitudes.
• Analyze data from various sources to inform advocacy activities.
• Report results through presentations, briefings, and reports.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Data visualization

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

R

Python

Flourish

Job description

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We're looking for a driven and passionate individual to join us at Which? as a Policy Data Analyst

Our Strategic Insight team is key to helping us understand whether markets deliver good outcomes for consumers. We have an enviable track record of delivering for consumers. Recently, our research has been used by the government when it legislated to regulate Big Tech and to ban fake online reviews, by Ofcom to support its decision to ban the use of inflation-linked mid-contract price rises in contracts, and by the Competition and Markets Authority in its investigation into veterinary services.

To build on this success we're looking to recruit a Policy Data Analyst with proven analytical skills and a desire for their work to have impact.

Key responsibilities include:

You'll work alongside other data analysts, economists, data scientists and social researchers to produce the evidence that drives Which?'s programme of advocacy activities. Using primary and secondary data, you will conduct analyses to generate compelling insight into consumer attitudes and behaviours that persuades the government and regulators to act in the best interests of consumers.

You will be given the autonomy to explore different methodologies and develop innovative research and analysis to support our purpose of championing consumers. You'll work closely with colleagues in our policy and campaigns teams to understand the needs of our audiences and to make sure your work has the reach it needs.

You will:

• Ensure we have appropriate data to answer our research questions. This might require providing support and advice on elements of primary research design so that we collect the right data from the right sample of respondents, or using web-scraping methods to efficiently collect secondary data.
• Analyse data from internal survey sources, national surveys, and other secondary data sources to generate compelling and original insight into the attitudes and behaviours of UK consumers and the actions of businesses.
• Report results and recommendations through presentations, briefings, reports and contributions to our website.

About you:

• Experience of doing advanced quantitative analysis and the ability to create insight through intelligent and robust analysis.
• Experience in the use of R, Python or similar and data visualisations using tools such as Flourish or similar.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to convey complex information with clarity and to a non-technical audience.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, and a commitment to delivering analytical outputs of the highest quality.
• The ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build and develop strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

The interview process for this role involves:-

• 60 minute video interview including a short role related task to be prepared in advance.

We also have these benefits for you to consider:

• Generous 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays & Option to buy additional days
• Excellent pension scheme – when you pay in 3%,Which? paysin 6% (rising to 11% after one year of service.)
• Discount site Pluxee which offers large %% off every day shopping and holidays
• Annual Award (depending on employee and company performance)
• Healthcare insurance & Private medical insurance and opportunity to participate in Vitality rewards programme (at 6 months)
• A discretionary death in service benefit provision equivalent to six times your annual salary
• Free access to Which? member content and free access to Which? money & legal helplines
• Free wills for all Which? employees, plus, partners of employees can make their will at cost price.
• Work from (almost) anywhere” for 4 weeks of the year policy

About Which?

We promote a great work-life balance (all our roles are now hybrid), offering flexible working options in addition to a full time working week (35 hours) e.g. part time or job shares where possible. If you wish to discuss any of these options, please contact the Resourcing team at [emailprotected]

Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. Read all about us on our .

At Which? we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We are proud that we are in the ‘Top 25 Inclusive Employers' List and currently ranking 3rd.

We want to receive applications from everyone. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand and create a positive impact for consumers.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them. For this or any other assistance you need with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post), email . Find out more about the Disability Confident Interview Scheme .

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed and we reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.