We are seeking an experienced and motivated Performance Analystto join our growing Data and Insights Team. This is a key role supporting the delivery of the Authority’s Data Strategyand Performance Management Framework, helping to drive a culture of data-led decision making and continuous improvement. You will play an important part in shaping how performance information is captured, analysed and communicated across the organisation.
The Data and Insights Team is a central, corporate function that works across all directorates within the Authority. The team enables services to understand how well they are performing, challenge assumptions, meet statutory data requirements, and ultimately deliver the best possible outcomes for the residents of North Tyneside. You will collaborate with a wide range of services and stakeholders, providing insight that informs strategic planning, service improvement and value for money.
As a Performance Analyst, you will analyse performance data, develop clear and meaningful insights, produce high-quality reports and dashboards, and present your findings to varied audiences—including senior leaders. You will be expected to communicate complex information in a way that is accessible, actionable and aligned to corporate priorities.
The successful candidate
In this role, you will lead on the development of strategic and operational performance reports, applying appropriate analytical and statistical techniques such as time-seriesanalysis, control charts, confidence intervals, and other methods that help to understand trends and performance variation. You will identify where performance concerns may require further investigation or action and work with services to support improvement.
You will also be responsible for coordinating and submitting statutory data returns on behalf of directorates, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with national requirements. In addition, you will support external inspections, peer reviews and audit processes by providing high-quality evidence and analysis.
We are looking for a candidate with strong analytical capability, excellent attention to detail and the confidence to challenge constructively. You should be comfortable presenting complex data to senior officers, elected members and other stakeholders in a clear and engaging way. Proficiency in Power BI, SQL and other analytical tools is essential, alongside the ability to translate data into compelling insight that supports decision-making and service improvement.
Contact:
For an informal conversation regarding the vacancy, please contact:
Louise Lillie - Performance and Intelligence Manager
louise.lillie@northtyneside.gov.uk
Or,
Pam Colby - Head of Data and Insights
Pam.Colby@northtyneside.gov.uk
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