JOB SUMMARY

Defence Digital ensures our Armed Forces remain among the most technologically advanced in the world. We do this by putting innovative and effective technology into the hands of over 200,000 users, from the boardroom to the front line.
We lead on cutting-edge data science, automation, and cyber security at scale. Our mission goes beyond the battlefield by leading humanitarian efforts and driving digital innovation that impacts lives across the globe.
Defence Digital forms part of Strategic Command which manages the MOD’s joint capabilities for the Army, RAF, and Royal Navy.
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This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Join Defence Digital as a Lead Data Analyst. This expert-level position requires an individual who can drive innovation in analysis and synthesis techniques whilst maintaining the highest standards of data governance and quality assurance. You will serve as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex data insights into actionable business intelligence that supports Defence Digital’s mission.
As Lead Data Analyst you will have comprehensive responsibility for data management processes, from establishing governance frameworks to implementing cutting-edge visualisation strategies. The position demands expertise in statistical methods, project management, and the ability to mentor and develop others within the analytics community. You’ll work with diverse data sources and systems, ensuring data quality and validation whilst building relationships with senior data professionals across various specialisms including data architecture, engineering, and data science.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Data Visualisation

HYBRID WORKING

Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to capacity. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD office will also count towards this level of attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details).
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Any move to MOD 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/.
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TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Data Visualisation

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

TYPE OF ROLE

Architecture and Data
Digital
Information Technology

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply tools and techniques for data analysis and data visualisation (including the use of business information tools)
• Identify, collect and migrate data to and from a range of systems
• Manage, clean, abstract and aggregate data alongside a range of analytical studies on that data
• Manipulate and link different data sets
• Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders, keeping them informed through clear, concise communication and regular updates, while ensuring their priorities and expectations are effectively managed.
  For more information on the Lead Data Analyst profession please see the Government Digital and Data Framework;
  Senior Data Analyst

To be successful in the role of Lead Data Analyst you will bring experience of;

• Data analysis in a senior or lead capacity, demonstrating leadership of projects or small teams.
• Proven track record of delivering actionable insights that have driven business outcomes.
• Data manipulation, cleaning, and transformation from various data sources.
• Designing, developing, and maintaining data dashboards and reports for diverse stakeholders.
• Working in an agile development environment