Grade 7 Data Analyst

Job description

The role of Data Analysts in the DWP AC is built around the ability to understand, manipulate, accurately analyse and communicate insight from data.

They apply a range of techniques such as statistical analysis and time series forecasting using a variety of analysis and data visualisation tools e.g. SAS, SQL, R, advanced Excel, Qlik. The DWP Data Analyst Skills Framework attached to the job advert gives further details on the role.

There is a growing, consistent demand for analysts across DWP and we have a variety of analytical roles across our operational analysis, data development and publication, forecasting / modelling and performance measurement areas, all underpinned by an unprecedented wealth of data. More details of the role on offer will be provided if you are successful at interview.

The role will be based in one of our hubs in the following locations: Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, London Westminster, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield and Treforest. Please note that Birmingham, Glasgow and Treforest are relatively new analytical hubs and we are growing the DWP analyst presence in these locations.

In order to be eligible to apply for this post as you must meet at least one of the following criteria .

• Eligibility criteria A: substantial experience of having worked in a data analysis role in the following types of organisations: public sector, marketing agencies, finance groups, healthcare organisations.
• Eligibility criteria B: a degree in a numerate subject AND substantial experience of having worked in a data analysis role.
• Eligibility criteria C: a postgraduate / higher degree, e.g. MSc or PhD, in a numerate subject

If applying under eligibility criteria A or B your relevant work experience in a data analysis role must be clearly evidenced in the employment history / CV section of the application form.

For eligibility criteria B and C numerate subjects include: Mathematics, Accounting, Statistics, Physical and Biological sciences, Computer Science and Engineering.

Other degrees may be accepted if there is a significant component requiring the use of data (e.g. the collection, management, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data); you must provide sufficient evidence on the content of each relevant module in the qualifications or CV section of the application form.

You must already hold the required qualification, we cannot accept applications if you are still studying or awaiting the outcome of your degree. You will be expected to provide proof of your qualifications if successful at interview. If any of the qualifications detail is not provided or not clear, your application will be deemed ineligible.

Please note we only need to know about relevant degree level or post graduate qualifications as detailed above, we do not need details of A level or GCSE qualifications.

For individuals based in the Treforest Hub, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Person specification

Essential Criteria

We are looking for applicants who are able to demonstrate experience against the following key criteria:

• Excellent leadership skills, including the ability to set team objectives, engage others, and maximise the value of analysis (lead Key Criterion*).

• An ability to plan and prioritise, manage risk and influence outcomes across a variety of multi-disciplinary and/or multi-site teams.

• Strong communication skills to tell a clear story using analysis tools and techniques, to influence stakeholders and inform strategic decision-making .

• An ability to build and maintain a network across a range of stakeholders and colleagues to meet customer needs.

• Excellent analytical skills to lead, quality assure and effectively disseminate high quality analysis, in a clear and compelling way .

• Experience of innovative software and modelling approaches, and their application to large data sets.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Leadership
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace

Benefits

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

Location

Applicants should apply for suitable posts where they can travel to and from their home office location daily within a reasonable time.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. Relocation costs will not be reimbursed

Hybrid Working

This job role may be suitable for hybrid working, which is where an employee works part of the week in their DWP office and part of the week from home. This is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and your office will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business need but personal circumstances and other relevant circumstances will also be taken into account. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

Things you need to know

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.

Assessment Process:

There will be 3 stages for this recruitment exercise:

STAGE 1 : Online Civil Service Numerical test

STAGE 2 : CV and Personal Statement

STAGE 3 : Online interview including technical assessment.

Stage 1 - After submission of the first stage of your application you will be invited to complete a Civil Service Numerical Test . If you successfully pass the test, you will be invited to complete the final stage of the application.

Please complete the online test as soon as possible (within 24-48 hours is recommended), the closing date for the test is 23:55 on 07/05/24 . If you fail to complete the online test and written application before the deadline your application will be withdrawn. Guidance for the test will be available when you are invited to take the test. The tests are administered online and accessed via the CS Jobs website.

Stage 2 - As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and 1250 word personal statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form. When completing your personal statement, please read and understand the key criteria thoroughly as this is what your written evidence will beassessed against.

You will find more information about the processes we will be using for this recruitment campaign in the candidate pack. This may help with your preparation. We recommend you start your application well ahead of the closing date to ensure you have enough time to complete both the on-line test and the CV / personal statement.

Stage 3 - Interviews will be conducted via MS Teams and be based on a technical assessment (details will be provided closer to the interview date), CS Behaviours and CS Strengths.

To help you prepare and settle into the interview you will also be sent the behaviour questions 7 days prior to your interview. These questions should be treated as confidential and should not be shared. The interview panel may ask you other questions which will not be shared in advance, including follow-up questions, and those about your experience, and technical abilities. Candidates should be asked further probing questions if their response is deemed to require further information to determine suitability for the role.

We are holding two Teams sessions to explain the application process for this vacancy and answer any questions you may have about applying.

The sessions will take place on Wednesday 1 May at 18:00 and Thursday 2 May at 14:00

If you would like to join either of the sessions, then please email [email protected] in plenty of time ahead of the dates they are taking place and we will send you the link. We are not able to record the sessions.

Sift and interview dates:

Sift and interview dates to be confirmed (see indicative timetable in the candidate pack).

Further information:

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A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.

Any move to DWP from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out.

In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service or Disclosure Scotland on your behalf.

However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing [email protected] stating the job reference number in the subject heading.

For further information on the Disclosure Scotland confidential checking service telephone: the Disclosure Scotland Helpline on 0870 609 6006 and ask to speak to the operations manager in confidence, or email [email protected]

Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment.

A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

The Civil Service values honesty and integrity and expects all candidates to abide by these principles. Please ensure that all examples provided in your application are taken directly from your own experience and that you describe the examples in your own words. Applications will be screened and if evidence of plagiarism or copying examples/answers from other sources is found, your application will be withdrawn. Internal DWP candidates may also face disciplinary action.

Before applying for this vacancy, current employees of DWP should check whether a successful application would result in changes to their terms & conditions of employment, e.g. mobility, pay, allowances. Civil Servants that would transfer into DWP from other government organisations, following successful application, will assume DWP's terms & conditions of employment current on the day they are posted, unless DWP has stated otherwise in writing.

New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.

ReasonableAdjustments:

At DWP we value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including those that are underrepresented in our workforce.

We consider visible and non-visible disabilities, neurodiversity or learning differences, chronic medical conditions, or mental ill health. Examples include dyslexia, epilepsy, autism, chronic fatigue, or schizophrenia.

If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should Contact Government Recruitment Service via [email protected] as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.

Complete the Reasonable Adjustments section in the Additional requirements page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if youre deaf, a Language Service Professional.

DWP is committed to making reasonable adjustments for candidates who may require additional help throughout the application process. Adjustments to the recruitment process can vary, as they are personal to a candidates needs, so it is important to contact us about any adjustments you feel could help your circumstances. More about the adjustments we could offer are provided on slide 14 of the candidate pack.

Some examples are:

• Extra time to take written tests
• Larger print for written information
• Being accompanied by an interpreter

You will be asked at the initial application stage if you require a reasonable adjustment. More information regarding reasonable adjustments for online tests can be found in the candidate pack.

If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.

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) (opens in a new window)
• 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

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Working for the Civil Service

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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) .

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.

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.