Suffolk County Council Location: Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX Salary: £48,163- £58,850 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours:37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Contract: Fixed term/secondment for 12 months Suffolk County Council is different. We're a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that's constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. As a Business Intelligence Architect with us, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued, your potential is nurtured, and your work makes a tangible difference. Ready to reimagine what your career could be? This is a unique exciting opportunity to be at the heart of Children and Young People’s service (CYP), supporting the Head of Data and Intelligence Services to deliver change at pace to ensure that all children and young people in Suffolk live their best lives. Your role and responsibilities You will: be responsible for leading the architecture, technical development and training of automated Business Intelligence tools and reporting across a number of CYP recording systems using Power BI. work in collaboration with the existing CYP Intelligence Hub BI lead, linking with I.T. colleagues, CYP services and wider system partners to drive the development of reporting infrastructure for existing and new case management systems to support CYP transformation and Improvement programmes take a lead role in developing a self-service approach towards performance management across the directorate, including processes, mechanisms and systems, and improving accessibility, governance and interpretation. You will need: Considerable expert-level experience in working with CYP statistical and qualitative information in terms of both locally and nationally produced data An expert level of knowledge, skill and ability in working with reporting and analytical packages such as Power BI, and SQL Highly developed ability to influence, lead and motivate others at all levels of partner organisations as well as the county council to develop policy and practice. In depth specialist knowledge of statistical and analytical methods You can view a full list of requirements in the JPP. If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The Team The CYP Intelligence Hub is a group of intelligence analysts, data specialists, systems experts and systems trainers who work across CYP. The role of the team: To develop understanding of data and intelligence across the business through effective oversight of local reporting. Create the tools and technologies that assist in developing an effective evidence-based approach to service delivery for the people of Suffolk. Complete all statutory returns to government bodies. Effectively maintain and develop key case recording systems and deliver system training and support using a multitude of platforms. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report. For more information Please contact Harriet Wakeling (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 01473 260696 or emailing harriet.wakeling@suffolk.gov.uk How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. You should use the Supporting Statement template. Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.ukor calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 28 August 2025 This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase training and encouragement to expand your knowledge a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation diverse and active staff networks flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day Plus lots more! If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).