Job Introduction
About Us
Do you want to use data to improve lives, shape public services and help Oxfordshire make better decisions? Data and insight are at the heart of how we understand need, plan for the future and deliver services that make a real difference for residents.
This is a high-impact opportunity to join the council’s central Data Office at an important stage in its development. The service is helping to deliver our Digital, Data and Technology ambitions, bringing together specialist expertise across Data Architecture & Engineering, Spatial Data & Systems, and Data & Analytics.
You’ll join a collaborative, always-learning team with a clear mandate to help the council make better use of data, insight and modern analytical tools. Working across the Data Office and wider organisation, you’ll help services turn complex information into clear evidence for action.
It’s a great time to join us as we shape new ways of working, build stronger analytical capability and use data to support better outcomes, better services and better decisions across Oxfordshire.
What You'll Do
Are you curious, analytical and motivated by using data to solve real-world problems? If you want your work to support better public services and make a practical difference for residents, this could be the role for you.
As a Data & Insight Analyst, you’ll help Oxfordshire County Council become more data-driven by turning data into clear insight that supports planning, service improvement and decision-making. Your work will help colleagues understand demand, identify trends, measure performance and make informed choices about how services are designed and delivered.
Working within the Data Office, you’ll use data from a range of sources and apply analytical techniques across the full data lifecycle, from sourcing and preparing data through to analysis, visualisation and insight generation. You’ll support statutory reporting, performance management, forecasting and evidence-based decisions on some of the council’s most important priorities.
You’ll work closely with colleagues and partners across different service areas, translating questions into analysis and analysis into practical recommendations. You’ll also help teams make better use of data by improving processes, developing dashboards and exploring opportunities for automation and modern tools, including AI where appropriate.
As part of a flexible Data Office function, you may work across multiple service areas or develop expertise in a specific domain, including Adults Services, Children’s Services, Strategic Insights or Customer Experience.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
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Sourcing, preparing and analysing data from a range of internal and external sources to produce clear reports, dashboards and insights
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Applying appropriate analytical techniques and tools to support service delivery, performance management and strategic decision-making
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Working with colleagues and partners to understand data requirements and deliver analysis that meets business needs
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Presenting clear, evidence-based insights and recommendations to managers, elected members and other stakeholders
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Supporting statutory reporting, data quality, governance and compliance with data protection standards
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Contributing to the development of data tools, visualisations and best practice to improve how data is used across the organisation
Could this be you?
What You'll Bring
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Experience working in a data, analytics or research role, applying structured approaches to analysis
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Strong experience producing insightful reports, dashboards and data outputs, and presenting findings to a range of audiences including senior stakeholders
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Ability to develop robust, evidence-based analysis and recommendations to support strategic and operational decision-making
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Strong data literacy, with the ability to interpret, manipulate and communicate complex datasets in clear written, numerical and visual formats
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Experience using analytical and data visualisation tools to analyse data and present actionable insights
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Ability to identify trends, patterns and opportunities within data to inform service improvement and forecasting
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Previous experience within local government or a similar public sector environment would be advantageous, but is not essential
Before applying, we recommend reviewing the attached job summary. It has further information and clear guidance on what we’re looking for.
What You Can Look Forward To
This is a role where you can grow your technical skills, work on meaningful public service challenges and be part of a team that values curiosity, collaboration and continuous improvement. At OCC, we care about both what we deliver and how we work, with a strong focus on inclusion, flexibility, wellbeing and professional development.
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Hybrid working – Flexibility is important to deliver the service and to suit individual lifestyles, we encourage discussion at interviews as we acknowledge there isn’t a one size fits all approach
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Culture of flexible working
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Great learning and development opportunities to support your growth
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Technology to support agile working – with unlimited access to Copilot for smarter productivity
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Employee Assistance Programme with health and wellbeing support
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Generous annual leave - up to 30 days plus bank holidays, and an option to 'buy' additional time off
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Enhanced family friendly policies
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Local Government Pension Scheme - employer contributions up to 19.9%
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Discounts - local and national offers for shopping and travel
Ready to Apply?
If you’re excited by the idea of using data to help improve services for residents, we’d love to hear from you.
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If you are interested in this role, please submit your application by 30 August 2026.
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We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of suitable candidates are identified.
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When applying, please upload a current CV and a personal statement .
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Your personal statement should explain how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, referring to the key criteria set out in the job description. We recommend that the statement is no more than 750 words.
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Shortlisting will take place week commencing 1 September
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Interviews are expected to take place in our central Oxford offices / online via Microsoft Teams.
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For informal enquiries or further information about the roles, please contact Mat Pickering, Head of Data on [email protected]
Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.
Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.
Our commitment to: Safeguarding
Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.
Our commitment to: Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexitime, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
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