Technical Data Analyst

OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Winchester seeks a Technical Data Analyst to develop SQL-based reports and dashboards for decision making. The ideal candidate should have proficiency in complex SQL queries, experience with tools like Power BI, and strong analytical skills. This temporary position offers hybrid working with a salary range of £40,643 - £45,077 annually. The role plays a critical part in transforming data into actionable insights that improve service delivery.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proficient in writing complex SQL queries and working with relational databases.
• Experience with reporting tools such as SSRS and Power BI.
• Ability to interpret business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SQL queries and reports.
• Build reports using Power BI and SSRS.
• Ensure data accuracy and troubleshoot performance issues.

Skills

Complex SQL queries

Reporting tools (SSRS, Power BI)

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Advanced technical certificate or diploma or A levels

Job description

Job Details

Job Reference: HCC622862

Salary Range: £40,643 - £45,077 per annum

Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)

Hours per week: 37

Contract Type: Temporary for 18 months

Closing Date: 4 January 2026

Interview Date: 13 & 14 January 2026

The Role

Joining our Data and Systems Team within Children’s Services Shared Service as a skilled Technical Data Analyst, you’ll be passionate about transforming data into actionable insights. In this key role, you’ll design, develop, and maintain SQL-based reports and dashboards that drive data-informed decision-making across the organisation.

Reporting to the Data Architect, you’ll be a main point of contact for reporting development, supporting analytics, reporting, and learning across the team. You’ll work on a variety of projects, proactively identifying efficiencies, streamlining processes, and delivering technical solutions to multiple customers.

What you’ll do

• Develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, and views to support reporting requirements.
• Build and optimise reports and dashboards using SQL and reporting tools such as Power BI and SSRS.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all reports.
• Monitor and troubleshoot report performance and data issues.
• Document report logic, data sources, and processes for transparency and future maintenance.
• Support ad-hoc data requests and analysis, data quality initiatives, and contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting processes.

What we’re looking for

• Advanced technical certificate or diploma, or A levels, or equivalent.
• Proficient in writing complex SQL queries and working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server).
• Experience with reporting tools such as SSRS and Power BI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Technical Data Analyst role, team and our values. The section ‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

Why join us?

• Be part of a collaborative team driving innovation in Children’s Services.
• Work on projects that make a real difference to service delivery.
• Opportunities for professional development and to contribute to service improvement.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24 / 7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience of may include: Data Reporting Specialist, Data Solutions Analyst, Data Insights Analyst, Data Reporting Developer, Information Systems Analyst, Data Analytics Specialist, Reporting and Insights Analyst, Analytics & Reporting Consultant

Additional Information

Technical Data Analyst Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion

For general enquiries, please contact [e-mail]

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Heather Slocomb, Head of Data and Systems (incl. Digital) (CSD) on [e-mail]

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

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