Data Analyst

As a Data Analyst, you will understand, manipulate and accurately analyse data, providing insight, briefing internal and external audiences in ways that make complex information easy to understand, particularly for non-technical audiences. You will work across a broad range of areas (e.g. Business Intelligence, Data Assurance and Quality), applying tools and techniques for data analysis and data visualisation, including the use of BI tools. Main responsibilities will include: Managing, cleaning, abstracting and aggregating data alongside a range of analytical studies on that data. Identifying, collecting and migrating data to/from a range of systems. Assisting with data quality checking and cleaning. Presenting data and conclusions logically and concisely in the most appropriate format and in adherence to overarching Analysis Function standards. Summarising and presenting the results of data analysis to a range of customers, making recommendations. Using a range of analytical techniques such as data mining, time series, forecasting and modelling techniques to identify and predict trends in data. You will also be expected to carry out the following day to day activities: Manipulating and linking different data sets as required. Interpreting and applying relevant data information security standards, policies and procedures to data. Performing routine statistical analysis and ad-hoc queries which may include the production of reports. Utilising coding and programming skills for data and analytics. Continually developing programming and analysis skills of self and others through the coaching of Apprentices, Interns and new Data Analysts. Working with Data Engineers to map, produce, transform and test new data feeds for data owners and consumers.

The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, fire, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports. Home Office Digital, Data and Technology designs, builds and develops services for the rest of the department and for government. Every year our systems support up to 3 million visa applications, checks on 100 million border crossings, up to 8 million passport applications and deliver 140 million police checks on people, vehicles and property.