Data and Analytics Lead

Job Introduction

About Us

Data and analytics are key enablers for strong strategic and operational decision‑making, supporting design of policy, delivery of services and improving outcomes for residents. 

Opportunities have arisen to join the council’s central Data Office to work as Data and Analytics Lead in both our Adults and Childrens Services focussed teams . The Data Office is a key enabler in delivering our ambitions as part of our Digital, Data and Technology strategies (DDaT) and consists of multi-disciplinary teams across Data Architecture & Engineering, Spatial Data & Systems, and Data & Analytics functions.

You’ll be part of an always‑learning culture, working alongside colleagues across the functions of the Data Office and the wider organisation to support diverse services and help embed data‑led decision‑making at the heart of the council.

This is an exciting time to join the team as we continue to shape and embed new ways of working, using data and analytics to support the delivery of high‑quality, impactful public services.

About the Role

Are you a data professional who wants to make a difference in the public sector? If your answer is yes, then here is the opportunity for you!

At the heart of Oxfordshire County Council’s Data Office, the Data Analytics Leads help bring data to life - leading a talented analytics team to deliver the evidence and insight that underpin statutory services, commissioning, and performance management. 

You’ll oversee the development and delivery of high‑quality analytical outputs (from statutory returns to strategic profiles), act as a trusted adviser on data, analytics and visualisation across the organisation, and champion rigorous quality assurance and evidence‑based decision‑making throughout the council.

Working alongside senior managers, you’ll help identify priorities for data and analytics development and drive action plans that embed consistent, improved data use to strengthen decisions and outcomes.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the development and delivery of the council’s strategic data and insight priorities, taking ownership of designated projects that support the delivery of the data strategy and ensuring management information is relevant, robust and accurate.
• Driving the production of in‑depth analyses and profiles to support evidence‑based policy development and effective service delivery.
• Leading the development and delivery of key statutory and non‑statutory strategic and tactical data and analysis products (such as the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment) and acting as a visible ambassador for high‑quality, robust data and analysis.
• Actively managing quality assurance processes to ensure accurate analysis and effective interrogation of intelligence data, identifying the key issues and risks facing the council.
• Championing the use of evidence‑based decision‑making across the team and the wider organisation.
• Working closely with colleagues, partners, senior leaders and elected members to uphold integrity and best practice in the use of data, analysis and analytical outputs.
• Attending directorate leadership team meetings to present and discuss analytical findings, performance and risk updates, raising issues and challenges and agreeing clear action plans.
• Deputising for the Head of Service as required.

Could this be you? 

About you

• Experience working in complex environments, with a strong practical understanding of the challenges facing local government at council, regional and national levels.
• Proven experience leading analytics teams and managing people within complex settings, driving consistently high performance and motivating others-whether team members, colleagues or external stakeholders-to build commitment and a shared sense of purpose.
• Solid experience working in data and analysis roles, applying analytical techniques to solve real‑world problems.
• Experience of working alongside Adults Social Care or Childrens services in a local government setting.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to collate, analyse, interpret and clearly present complex intelligence, management in formation and insights to a variety of audiences.

Before applying, we recommend reviewing the attached job description. It has further information and clear guidance on what we’re looking for.

Rewards and benefits

At OCC, you'll be part of a team that’s not only passionate about what we do, but also about how we do it. We foster a culture of inclusion, respect, and continuous improvement, and we’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a strong sense of purpose in everything we do.

• Hybrid working – Flexibility is important to deliver the service and to suit individual lifestyles, we encourage discussion at interviews as we acknowledge there isn’t a one size fits all approach
• Culture of flexible working
• Great learning and development opportunities to support your growth
• Technology to support agile working– with unlimited access to Copilot for smarter productivity
• Employee Assistance Programme with health and wellbeing support
• Generous annual leave - up to 30 days plus bank holidays, and an option to 'buy' additional time off
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Local Government Pension Scheme - employer contributions up to 19.9%
• Discounts - local and national offers for shopping and travel
• If you are interested in this role, please submit your application by 26 April 2026 
• When applying, please upload a current CV and a personal statement.
• Your personal statement should explain how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, referring to the key criteria set out in the job description. We recommend that the statement is no more than 750 words. 

Our commitment to:
 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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