Public Sector Performance Analytics Specialist

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking an Analyst to support its intelligence function, delivering high-quality performance information, analysis and insights across services.

You will develop reports and dashboards using Microsoft Fabric and Power BI, working with managers to understand requirements and drive evidence-based decision-making. Flexible, hybrid work arrangements apply, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent experience in Data & Analytics, Business Intelligence, Research, Statistics or a related field.
• Experience of analysing and interpreting data to produce meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Experience of developing reports, dashboards or management information using analytical tools.
• Experience of working with managers and stakeholders to understand information requirements.
• Knowledge of performance management, data analysis and reporting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Excel or equivalent business intelligence tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and patterns in complex datasets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain data clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Understanding of data quality, information governance and data protection requirements.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and the development of a data-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality analysis, research and management information for designated service areas.
• Support evidence-based decision-making by providing accurate, timely and meaningful performance information.
• Design and develop reports, dashboards and data visualisations using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI and other analytical tools.
• Work with managers and stakeholders to understand and meet their information and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of service performance frameworks and performance reporting arrangements.
• Ensure data used in reports, dashboards and statutory returns is accurate, timely and reliable.
• Support the completion of statutory returns and undertake local, regional and national benchmarking activities.
• Analyse quantitative and qualitative information to identify trends, patterns, risks and opportunities.
• Produce written reports, presentations and briefings that communicate complex information in a clear and accessible way.
• Support the development of self-service reporting solutions that enable managers to access information independently.
• Identify and upscale data quality, reporting and information governance issues where appropriate.
• Build effective working relationships with colleagues across services and partner organisations.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation, best practice and developments relating to performance, analysis and data.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Data & Analytics, Digital & IT and Information Governance to ensure data is managed appropriately.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the Data & Analytics service and support the development of a data-driven culture across the council.

Skills

Data & Analytics

Data interpretation

Dashboard development

Stakeholder engagement

Power BI

Microsoft Fabric

Co-Pilot

Excel

Data quality

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Fabric

Co-Pilot

Excel

Job description

City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking an Analyst to support its intelligence function, delivering high-quality performance information, analysis and insights across services.

You will develop reports and dashboards using Microsoft Fabric and Power BI, working with managers to understand requirements and drive evidence-based decision-making. Flexible, hybrid work arrangements apply, with opportunities for professional development.