Data Analyst
Job title: Data AnalystA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.
Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do. Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents.
Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve.
We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The role:This is an exciting opportunity to join the Customer and Web Technology team as a Data Analyst.The role will address an existing operational reporting and analytical capacity gap.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering reporting, dashboards and data-driven insight to support Customer and Web Technology services and the continuing adoption and business engagement of Ardoq across the Council.Reporting to the Senior Technical Architect, the postholder will provide matrix analytical support across Customer and Web Technology and, where required, PMO and Business Relationship Management functions.Key responsibilitiesLead reporting and analysis of Customer and Web Technology dataDevelop and maintain dashboards, reports and data visualisations that support operational and strategic decision-makingDeliver dashboard development, reporting and insight that support Ardoq adoption, stakeholder engagement and business buy-inAnalyse and visualise Ardoq data to help stakeholders understand applications, services, technology dependencies and organisational informationSupport the quality, completeness and currency of Ardoq data, working with data owners and stakeholders to resolve gapsIdentify, extract, combine and analyse data from multiple sources to produce meaningful business insightMaintain data quality standards and provide guidance on the effective use of dataWork with stakeholders across Digital, Data and Technology, PMO and business services to identify reporting requirements and opportunities for improvementProduce regular and ad hoc performance reporting, analysis and recommendationsPresent findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical audiencesSupport Business Analysis and UX activities through the analysis of qualitative and quantitative informationContribute to continuous improvement, data standards and reporting processesAbout youYou will be educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant experience.
You will bring experience and capability in:Data analysis, reporting and dashboard developmentWorking with large and complex datasetsProducing management information, insight and performance reportingUsing Excel, SQL, Power BI and other reporting or analytical toolsTranslating business needs into meaningful reporting requirements and metricsPresenting complex information clearly to technical and non-technical audiencesData quality management, cleansing and validationDeveloping dashboards and insight that support adoption, engagement and decision-makingWorking collaboratively with service, project, PMO or business relationship stakeholdersTurning connected application, service, technology and organisational data into clear, actionable insightYou will be organised and proactive, with strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills and a commitment to using data to improve services and outcomes.Our offer to you:At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further daysAgile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exceptionPart of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC SchemeProgression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learningHealth and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease schemeFamily friendly policies with enhanced leave Discounted Gym Memberships Employee Volunteering Scheme Medicash Next steps:Closing date: midnight on Sunday 15th November 2026Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 23rd November 2026Interview date: wc Monday 7th November 2026Interview type: Face to faceWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
Once the role has closed, you will not be able to submit an application, and we are unable to reopen the vacancy for you to complete it.
We strongly recommend submitting your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Fawaz Ghali via fawaz.ghali@liverpool.gov.ukWatch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.
Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.
Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-listThis is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.
