Data Analyst

Data Analyst Sector: Local Government Rate: £400-£450 per day Inside IR35 Role Type: Interim Location: Midlands (Hybrid Working) We are currently working with a local authority in the Midlands to recruit an interim Data Analyst. This interim assignment offers the chance to make a real impact by contributing to financial and strategic improvements, data analysis, and business monitoring. Key Responsibilities • Lead on corporate data analytics, including the development of a new database. • Collate and interpret financial and commercial data across multiple areas. • Support effective business monitoring, capital project tracking, and commercial planning. • Design and implement improvements to reporting systems and processes. • Produce and present insightful performance analysis for senior stakeholders. • Ensure the accurate and timely collection of complex data. • Promote commercial awareness and support colleagues through training and guidance. • Lead and contribute to projects aimed at validating results and standardising data. • Provide data-driven insights to inform strategic planning and decision-making. Essential Experience: • Demonstrable experience in data analysis within local government or a large public sector setting is essential. • Advanced Excel and data handling skills, with the ability to manage and interpret complex datasets. • Confident communicator with the ability to present findings clearly to a range of audiences. • Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. • Discreet and professional when handling confidential information. • Proficient in producing data summaries, reports, dashboards, and visual presentations.