Corporate Data Analyst

As the third most populous borough in London and one of the most diverse places in the country, working at Ealing Council presents a unique and exciting opportunity to contribute towards improving local public services and making the borough an even better place for everyone.

The council is on an ambitious journey of transformation, putting evidence-informed decision making at the heart of what it does. We are dedicated to leveraging the power of data to create value for our citizens, employees, and stakeholders. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement guides everything we do, as we strive to make a positive impact on the society and the people we serve. 

We are looking for a Corporate Data Analyst to join our Research and Insight service, which sits at the centre of the organisation to amplify the role of research, insight, and business intelligence and provide a joined-up first-class service to other council departments and key external partners. If you are looking to join a team of experts working to develop innovative and efficient business intelligence solutions, it is a fantastic time to join Ealing Council. 

The Corporate Data Analyst role is central to our ambition to more effectively utilise data to drive value and better outcomes. You will work across a variety of projects, providing technical data solutions to a range of stakeholders/customers. You will deliver analysis, reports, projects and activities that drive improvements in service quality, efficiency and performance of the council. You will support the development and adoption of analytical tools such as PowerBI within the council. 

Although demanding, the work will provide a good platform to test and showcase your abilities.  You will also be part of a talented and supportive team that is orientated to think about new and innovative ways of delivering solutions to the key challenges and issues facing Ealing.

You will need to demonstrate:

• a thorough understanding of data structures, database systems and procedures 
• excellent skills in appraising numerical and written information
• excellent knowledge of working with datasets and IT packages to manipulate and visualise data, especially Microsoft Excel and Power BI knowledge of data science tools and techniques will be highly advantageous
• a high level of interpersonal, influencing and presentation skills, including the ability to summarise complex information and communicate with a range of audiences
• an understanding of the strategic environment within which local authorities work, and the role of business intelligence and performance monitoring in local government

knowledge of and commitment to equality and diversity issues Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.

We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.

Please note all applications will be determined on merit.  For an informal discussion about this post, please email Rajiv Ahlawat, Head of Research and Insight, AhlawatR@ealing.gov.uk. 

This role is subject to Ealing’s enhanced vetting process.

Closing date: Thursday 26 June 2025.