Senior Officer – Improvement (Data & Insights)

Do you love turning complex data into clear, useful dashboards—and have experience using Power BI, SQL, Excel, and APIs to make it happen?

Are you someone who enjoys improving how data flows, making sure it\’s accurate, consistent, and easy to work with—especially using tools like Power Automate and Power Query?

Can you work well with different teams and customers, helping them understand their data and make smarter decisions with it?

Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced data analyst to join our team here at Xentrall HR Services, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

Xentrall HR Services delivers comprehensivePayroll and Recruitment supportto bothStockton and Darlington Borough Councils, as well as to a wide network ofschools and academies.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the design, development, and maintenanceof a robust Power BI reporting infrastructure—with a passion for pushing the platform’s capabilities further.
• Integrate datafrom multiple sources includingSQL databases, Excel, and external APIsto create unified, insightful dashboards.
• Maintain and enhance the data warehouse, ensuring optimal performance, security, and data integrity.
• Develop and optimise data models and DAX queriesto ensure high performance and user-friendly reporting.
• Automate workflowsusingPower Automate and Power Query, streamlining data processes and improving efficiency.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong experience with Power BI, Power Automate, Power Query, and DAX.
• A solid understanding of data warehousing, integration, and governance.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and user empowerment.

For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.

Xentrall HR Services, in partnership with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

We offer an excellent total reward package, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £36,124 (pay award pending)
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

And that’s not all – you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home.

For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website:

https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Lee Shiells, Manager – Systems, Improvement & Recruitment on Lee.Shiells@Xentrall.Org.uk or 01642 528875

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