Data Analyst (Transformation)
This is a high-impact analytical role dedicated to supporting Durham County Council's ambitious Transformation programme over a three-year period. It offers the chance to work with a modern data stack including Azure and Python to drive evidence-based decision-making. The position is perfect for a data professional who enjoys seeing their insights lead to structural and operational improvements in public services.
Durham County Council
Spennymoor, Durham, United Kingdom · Posted 1 May 2026
The role
Overview
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About Durham County Council
Durham County Council is a large employer working in government administration, based in Spennymoor, Durham, United Kingdom.
Government Administration
Large
Spennymoor, Durham, United Kingdom
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Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain analytical solutions for the Council’s Transformation programme
- Extract, match, and analyze data from various sources to provide business intelligence
- Create performance frameworks and evaluations to support management planning
- Present complex statistical findings to partners and stakeholders in an accessible format
- Utilize tools like SQL, Power BI, and Python to enhance service delivery
Essential
- NVQ Level 5 qualification in an analytical, performance, or data-related subject (or equivalent)
- Significant professional experience in a data-driven or performance-focused role
- Proven track record of generating and delivering statistical reports to stakeholders
- Methodical and logical approach to complex problem-solving
- Ability to think creatively and propose innovative solutions to business problems
Preferred
- Experience working within a public sector or local government transformation framework
- Familiarity with advanced data matching and extraction techniques
- Interest in emerging data technologies like Microsoft Fabric
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Competitive salary within Grade 10 banding
- Generous annual leave starting at 27 days
- Increased leave entitlement to 32 days after five years of service
- Local Government Pension Scheme (Career Average)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid working model (home and office balance)
- Guaranteed interview scheme for qualifying veterans, care leavers, and disabled applicants
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