Fixed term contract – Until October 2028 Audit Scotland provides the Auditor General and Accounts Commission with the services they need to carry out their duties. Together we ensure that the Scottish Government and public-sector bodies throughout Scotland are held to account for the proper, efficient and effective use of public money. We employ around 340 staff in a wide variety of roles, working from our main offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow, and through a network of regional offices across Scotland. Are you an experienced planning and performance professional with strong analytical skills and the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships? We are looking for someone with expertise in corporate planning and developing performance frameworks, management information and dashboards, alongside the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations that influence organisational priorities and outcomes. If you enjoy driving improvement and developing a collaborative and high-performing function, we'd love to hear from you. Overall purpose of the role The Planning and Performance Manager leads Audit Scotland's planning, performance and resource management functions, ensuring the organisation has the insight, information and capacity required to support effective decision-making, prioritisation and delivery of strategic objectives. The role provides professional leadership for planning, performance, resource management and business management services, while contributing as a member of the Performance and Corporate Governance management team to the development of an integrated, flexible and resilient corporate support function. What you will be doing Strategic planning and performance management Lead the coordination and delivery of Audit Scotland's corporate planning and performance management arrangements. Oversee delivery of organisational planning processes, including corporate strategy implementation, operational planning and business planning. Lead the development and delivery of performance information, analysis and reporting to support Board and Executive Team oversight and decision-making. Lead development of organisational performance frameworks, indicators and reporting arrangements to support effective oversight and decision-making. Management information, insight and reporting Lead the development of management information, performance reporting, dashboards and analytical products, making effective use of automation, self-service tools and emerging technologies to improve organisational insight, efficiency and decision-making. Provide expert advice, challenge and professional judgement to support senior leaders in understanding organisational performance, capacity, risks and delivery priorities. Promote more forward-looking analysis and insight, identifying trends, opportunities, risks and delivery challenges. Oversee development of performance reporting systems, data products and visualisation approaches, including delivery of the organisation's performance data hub and identification of opportunities to improve reporting through automation and AI-enabled tools. Coordinate stakeholder feedback, impact and outcomes data across business groups, working with Innovation
Planning and Performance Manager (Fixed Term Contract) in Edinburgh employer: AUDIT SCOTLAND
Audit Scotland is an excellent employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a supportive and dynamic work culture. As a Modern Apprentice in the Accounts Commission Support team, you will benefit from hands-on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to earn a recognised qualification while contributing to meaningful work in a collaborative environment. Located in a vibrant setting, this role not only fosters professional skills but also encourages personal growth, making it an ideal place for aspiring professionals.
