This permanent SEO analyst post sits in the PNC and Criminal Histories team within the Ministry of Justice's Analysis Directorate. The post holder leads key publications such as Offender Histories and First Time Entrants, and acts as gatekeeper for internal requests for the MoJ's Police National Computer extract. Only existing GORS or GSS badged analysts can apply, and the role needs SC and NPPV Level 2 clearance, which means five years' continuous UK residence at application. Hybrid working is offered, with at least 60% of time in an office.
What the job involves
- Lead and support delivery of key publications, including Offender Histories and First Time Entrants
- Act as gatekeeper for internal requests for extracts of the MoJ copy of PNC, supporting the HEO lead on external PNC data sharing
- Oversee internal sharing of MoJ PNC data in line with requirements agreed with the police accreditor
- Manage and improve PNC data access and governance, including user guidance, approvals and a new SharePoint site
- Lead secure upload and access management of PNC data on the MoJ Analytical Platform and quarterly assurance returns to the police
- Lead analysis of prolific offenders and deliver a future prolific publication
- Develop and deliver a training offer for users of the PNC extract
- Respond to Freedom of Information requests, Parliamentary Questions and ad hoc analytical commissions on PNC data
- Develop data products and tools such as R Shiny applications, Power BI dashboards and self-service solutions
- Use analytical skills to deepen understanding of the MoJ PNC extract data
- Engage policy colleagues and stakeholders so outputs meet user needs
- Provide line management to an HEO analyst
What’s required
Registration & licences
- Existing GORS or GSS badged analyst, on level transfer or promotion, with evidence supplied at application
Experience
- Significant work experience evidencing use of data and or analytical skills (analytical PhD time can count)
Skills & knowledge
- Using data to solve complex problems and influence change, with thoroughly quality-assured and documented analysis
- Excellent written and oral communication, presenting data and explaining technical analysis to non-technical audiences
- Representing the team at meetings, including with senior stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders, partners and colleagues, managing expectations
- Strong organisation and self-leadership, using best-practice documentation and QA processes at pace
Checks & eligibility
- Existing Civil Service or accredited NDPB employee, appointed on merit through fair and open competition
- NPPV Level 2 clearance
- SC clearance
- Continuous UK residence for the previous five years at point of application
Other
- Working flexibly in a high-pressure environment with challenging, competing deadlines
- Pushing back on competing priorities where necessary
Nice to have
- Experience of SQL and Git, though training can be provided
- Experience working in the MoJ Analytical Platform environment
- Experience of government data and or producing official statistics under the Code of Practice for Statistics
- Experience of responding to Parliamentary Questions and FOI requests
What’s offered
- Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 after five years, plus public holidays and one privilege day
- Scheme to buy or sell up to three days' leave a year
- Choice of Civil Service pension schemes
- Specialist allowance of £500 (London) or £1,500 (national) after an analytical interview
- Flexible and hybrid working, including part-time, job share and compressed hours
- Training and development opportunities with an individual learning and development budget
- Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave, and family-friendly policies
- Flexible benefits, retail vouchers and discounts
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
