Business Analyst | Public Sector
We are working with a progressive public sector body to recruit a data driven candidate with an interest in strategic and economic policy, research and analysis, and corporate strategy.
The successful candidate will work within the Corporate Strategy and Planning Division, providing support to the entire organisation through strategy delivery and implementation, management information development, and economic and policy analysis.
This role focuses on delivering high quality and relevant data analysis while improving business processes and ensuring ongoing improvement in data quality and availability.
Main Responsibilities:
* To contribute to the implementation of corporate strategy and report progress to the Executive Committee, Board, and Management team as necessary.
* To provide high-quality information, research, and analysis, strategic planning, and economic policy advisory expertise to the Section Manager, Divisional Manager, and wider Corporate Strategy & Planning and Strategic Policy teams.
* To assist in preparing and delivering the annual results paper for the organisation to the Executive Committee.
* To establish, maintain, and manage relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally.
* To conduct analysis on the risk profile of clients.
* To manage and provide information to third parties for international rankings.
* To coordinate, manage, and respond to information requests from Executives efficiently.
* To support the section manager in utilising existing and emerging technologies, in collaboration with IT, and to optimise the use of data in supporting research and analysis.
* To ensure dignity, respect, and equality are applied within and outside the Organisation, and that a work-life balance is supported as much as possible in the workplace.
* To undertake continuous learning and development through informal and formal learning, and participation in the Performance Management and Development Review Process.
* To demonstrate flexibility in undertaking additional tasks that can arise or are assigned to this role.
Requirements:
* A third-level qualification, to minimum of degree level recognised on the National Qualification Framework, and relevant business experience is essential.
* Proven experience in a data-driven role.
* Numerically competent and able to work with Excel, Power BI, and Salesforce.
* Excellent project management skills and attention to detail.
* A full current driving license is preferred.
* Able to work well under pressure, to meet tight deadlines, and to work flexibly and independently on own initiative.
* Able and flexible to undertake International and domestic travel.
* Flexibility to work outside of standard office hours when required.
* Ongoing flexibility and interest in career progression and development via opportunities, which may arise.