At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of innovative data solutions and drive intelligence-led decision making.
- Company: Join North Yorkshire Council, a forward-thinking organisation in a stunning location.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Hybrid working with opportunities for career growth in a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Turn data into impactful insights and shape the future of analytics.
- Qualifications: Experience in data analytics, SQL, Azure, and Power BI is essential.
The predicted salary is between 42839 - 47181 £ per year.
The role is hybrid working with a combination of home working with a minimum of 2 days per week in an office base. This could be at one of our local hubs at Northallerton, Harrogate, Scarborough and Selby – whichever may be the nearest to you.
Do you want to build data tools that will underpin intelligence-led decision making and play a key role in shaping the future of analytics for the Council, in a passionate and innovative team?
The core focus of the Data Specialist is to lead the development, governance and performance of data and insight for the organisation.
- Provide Data and Intelligence expertise to the organisation to ensure maximum benefit from investment aligned to the Data Strategy.
- Champion the use of business intelligence across directorates to support organisational performance and strategy.
- Understand both the business and the technical aspects of Data and Intelligence ensuring they deliver the required outcomes.
- Engage in collaborative working with all stakeholders.
Data isn’t just part of the story – it is the story. If you’re passionate about turning numbers into narratives and insights to make an impact, come join a team where data is more than a buzzword.
Key skills for this role:
- A solid background in data analytics.
- Experience of SQL, Azure and the Microsoft Power Platform (in particular Power BI).
In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier. These include:
- An excellent local government pension scheme.
- Generous employer contribution.
- Salary sacrifice schemes.
- Employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more.
- Travel loans.
- Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing.
However, there will be a requirement to occasionally attend in person meetings in County Hall, Northallerton or other areas of the County.
For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please contact Pauline Shepherd at pauline.shepherd@northyorks.gov.uk.
Key Dates:
- Closing Date: 27th July 2026.
Company: North Yorkshire Council
Salary: £42,839 – £47,181
Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Sector: Corporate Services, Communications, IT
Job Role: Specialist
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