Data Officer (2 Year Fixed Term)

2 year Fixed Term Contract

Ref: IT052

The opportunity has arisen for this vacancy within the Data Team. You will provide a high-quality, front-line specialist service focused on data management and governance. You will assist in maintaining and improving the Council’s data quality, ensuring that information used across services is accurate, secure and reliable. You will be responsible for managing data projects, supporting the implementation of the Council’s data strategy, and helping to deliver a new strategic data platform. You will work closely with colleagues across all services to collect, cleanse, and structure data for reporting and analysis, supporting informed decision-making and operational delivery.

We are seeking candidates with proven experience in using Power BI to develop insightful reports and dashboards, and with experience of working with GIS systems to support spatial analysis and data visualisation. The ability to build strong and productive relationships with colleagues and external partners is essential, along with excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills. You will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to meet defined performance targets within agreed timescales.

A Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant .

The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.