Marine Data Analyst

Marine Data Analyst – MDE Heritage Accelerator Location: Hybrid (Swindon or London) Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term (18 months) Salary: • National: £32,616 • Cambridge: £36,078 • Inner London: £37,822 • Provisional Interview Date: 25th September 2025 About Our Client Our client is a national public body dedicated to protecting, celebrating, and promoting access to England’s historic environment. Through strategic research and innovative partnerships, they ensure heritage remains relevant and accessible for all communities. The Opportunity An exciting opportunity is available to join the Policy Development team as a Marine Data Analyst. This position supports the MDE Heritage Accelerator project—an initiative enhancing The Crown Estate’s Marine Data Exchange (MDE) and the National Marine Heritage Record (NMHR) with heritage data generated from offshore developments. This role contributes to the delivery of more sustainable and informed marine planning in the offshore wind sector. Key Responsibilities • Process, record, and enhance geospatial information derived from seabed surveys. • Transform detailed marine heritage data into consistent and accessible spatial formats. • Contribute to the integration of processed data into the MDE and NMHR. • Analyse large and complex datasets to derive meaningful insights and support project goals. • Ensure all outputs align with technical, methodological, and heritage standards. Candidate Profile Essential Qualifications & Experience: • Level 6/7 academic or professional qualification in a relevant field (marine survey, seabed mapping, heritage), or equivalent practical experience. • Demonstrated experience working with marine or heritage data in a professional context. • Strong numeracy and logical problem-solving skills. • Advanced capabilities in GIS, databases, and spreadsheet tools. • Good understanding of seabed survey systems and associated data processing methods used in UK marine heritage. • Familiarity with UK standards and lexicons used for processing and recording marine and heritage data. Benefits • Generous pension scheme with employer contributions beginning at 28.97%. • 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus public holidays. • Free access to national heritage sites. • Access to professional development opportunities. • Corporate discount schemes and wellness support packages. • Flexible working arrangements including part-time, compressed hours, job sharing, and hybrid working. Diversity and Inclusion Our client is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in the heritage sector. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process to support candidates with disabilities or neurodiversity.