At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct research and analyse statistical data to develop innovative methods.
- Company: Join the Office for National Statistics, a leader in data analysis.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, generous leave, and a top pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible working patterns and opportunities for professional growth await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact with your analytical skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in statistical programming and a passion for learning new skills.
The predicted salary is between 32177 - 39327 £ per year.
Location: The locations for this role are Newport and Titchfield (Fareham). We operate a flexible hybrid working model across the UK, with colleagues linked to one of our contractual locations and working between office and remote throughout the week. As part of the hybrid working arrangement there is a 40% minimum office attendance requirement.
Working Patterns: All our vacancies are offered as a flexible option of Full time, Part time, Flexible working, Job Share.
Important: For Office for National Statistics (ONS) the requirement for SC clearance is to have been present in the UK for 3 consecutive years immediately prior to applying.
Person specification:
- Demonstrable experience in conducting research, analysing statistical data, and effectively disseminating statistical findings.
- Strong aptitude for statistical programming, ideally with experience using software such as SAS, R, Python, Stata, or similar.
- Willingness and ability to learn new programming languages as required.
- A keen eye for detail and an inquisitive mindset, with a natural curiosity to understand systems and processes, and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
- A proactive and innovative approach to developing new methods and applications, with proven problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to produce high-quality outputs within specified deadlines, both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present statistical results clearly and effectively in both written and oral formats, tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.
In return we offer you:
- Hybrid working and flexi-time so you can work around your life, not the other way around!
- A market leading pension scheme - our employer contribution rate is around 29%.
- A choice of working patterns for every role: full-time, part-time, job-share.
- Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of 26 weeks full pay (subject to qualifying criteria).
- Opportunities to learn new technology & skills on the job, utilising blocked out Protected Learning Time in your weekly schedule and taking advantage of the support of our Communities of Practice.
- Employee Assistance Programmes.
- Diversity Network Groups.
- Mental Health Allies.
- Civil Service Sports and Social club.
- Generous holiday allowance - 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years service in addition to 9 public holidays.
Assistant Methodologist in Fareham employer: Office for National Statistics
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible hybrid working model that allows you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. With a strong commitment to employee growth, including opportunities for learning new technologies and skills, as well as a generous benefits package featuring a market-leading pension scheme and extensive leave options, ONS fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and well-being.
Contact Details:
Office for National Statistics Recruitment Team
