Details Reference number 418690 Salary £48,945 - £57,582 GBP Job grade Other Contract type Fixed term Length of employment 31/07/2026 Type of role Analytical Architecture and Data Working pattern Full-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Birmingham, West Midlands (England), B1 2AX : Liverpool, North West England, L3 1BP : Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England, NE4 5BZ About the job Job summary As the Government’s housing and regeneration agency, we exist to work with partners to support them in tackling housing challenges and enabling the delivery of new homes. The Data and Analytics Directorate plays a crucial role in this mission, providing the data, insights, and intelligence necessary to ensure the agency's efficiency and success in delivering existing business while generating new opportunities. Our core mission is to empower the agency through robust data strategies and insightful analytics, helping to deliver on Homes England's strategic plan. We are currently undertaking an ambitious data programme aimed at centralising our data onto an Azure data platform. This initiative involves close collaboration with data architects and data engineers to create a system that enables more efficient, scalable, re-usable, automated, and sustainable use of data. We are committed to maintaining data integrity and fostering a data-driven culture where information is not merely a tool but a strategic asset that underpins our efforts to deliver better homes and places for those in need. Joining the Data and Analytics Directorate means becoming part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that is dedicated to making a tangible impact on the housing landscape of England. We are looking for professionals who are passionate about data, driven to solve complex challenges, and eager to contribute to the success of one of the nation’s most critical public agencies. As a Senior Data Analyst you will both oversee and actively participate in the analysis and interpretation of complex data to support decision-making and strategy development. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into clear, data-driven recommendations, ensuring the accuracy and quality of data processes. You will be responsible for enhancing data processes, ensuring accuracy, and implementing best practices in data analysis and visualisation. Job description You are a forward-thinking and innovative Senior Data Analyst, capable of driving data analysis and reporting initiatives that enhance data-driven decision-making across the organisation. With a strategic mindset and a deep understanding of data analysis, visualisation, and architecture, you leverage your ability to deliver impactful insights and solutions. You have experience managing a diverse range of stakeholders, and you excel at translating complex data findings into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences. You are resilient and adept at managing change, with the determination to see projects through to completion, even when faced with challenges. You view setbacks as opportunities to learn and continuously improve your work. You have a proven track record of delivering successful data analysis initiatives that align with broader organisational strategies. Your collaborative approach allows you to work effectively with teams across the business, and you are skilled at managing expectations while fostering a culture of teamwork and innovation. You promote a collaborative and supportive environment and engage with continuous learning and growth. Person specification Experience of SQL, Python, R or similar languages Familiar with metadata management and industry standards Experience of working in an Agile environment Experience of working with one or more of these cloud data environments; Azure or Dataverse for Dynamics Benefits Homes England is an executive non-departmental public body with its own terms and conditions, benefits and pension scheme. We are a government agency working in partnership with the private sector and want to employ and retain great people. In return we offer a range of excellent benefits, some of the key benefits include: Holiday - Homes England offers all staff 33 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 statutory bank holidays. Working Flexibly - At Homes England we have a strong culture of flexible working and encourage all employees to have a healthy work/life balance. We offer a wide range of potential working patterns, including part time, job share and compressed hours. Health and Wellbeing - We offer health screening with Nuffield Proactive Health Clinics, a free Employee Assistance Programme which offers confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week as well as access to Occupational Health. Professional Development - At Homes England we are committed to your continued professional and personal development with learning as one of our core values. We pay for one job-related professional membership subscription per year for our employees. We also offer an excellent range of family friendly benefits, for example, maternity, paternity, shared parental leave. Things you need to know Selection process details How to apply? To apply please follow the links to our careers page. Security Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check. Selection process details For more information on the role, please see the attached Job Description. Successful applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application and interviews held as soon as practical after the closing date. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in this role and Homes England. Please note – Homes England has a responsibility to ensure compliance with HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard to address the potential problems of identity fraud, illegal working and deception generally. To ensure compliance we will carry out a pre-employment Personal Identity and Vetting Report through Experian to meet the standard and you will therefore be asked to provide certain information in order that the verification check can be carried out if you are successful in your application. Homes England are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that values and respects the people who work for us. Our aim is to be an employer of choice, enabling everyone to reach their full potential. Homes England is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. For further information please refer to our Privacy Notice which can be viewed here: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/homes-england/about/personal-information-charter Nationality requirements Open to UK, Commonwealth and European Economic Area (EEA) and certain non EEA nationals. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here. Working for the Civil Service Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a guaranteed disability confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Further information Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Name: Recruitment Team Email: recruitmentinfo@homesengland.gov.uk Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements Working for the Civil Service Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy . Apply and further information The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window). Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Recruitmentinfo@homesengland.gov.uk Email : Recruitmentinfo@homesengland.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : Recruitmentinfo@homesengland.gov.uk