Job Detail: Data Analytics Officer

£31,537 to £36,363

Contract Type: 6 months Fixed term

Sandwell Council’s HR Division is seeking a talented and motivated Data Analytics Officer to join its team on a full-time, six-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and strengthen our workforce reporting and insight capability while working in a hybrid environment. Please note: this vacancy is not open to interim or daily-rate contractors.

This role will play a key part in enhancing our HR reporting capability, with a strong focus on developing Power BI dashboards and creating workforce insights.

You will work closely with key stakeholders to transform data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making across the Council.

In this role you will:

• Develop, maintain and enhance Power BI dashboards to support the transition from Excel-based workforce reports and dashboards.
• Extract, cleanse and validate data from Oracle Fusion and other relevant data sources.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights to support senior leaders and strategic decision-making.
• Support the production of standardised reports for routine management information and key performance indicators.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Finance and service areas to understand business needs and reporting requirements.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy and compliance with data governance standards.

Why Sandwell Council?

At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.

To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell

Interviews will take place on an ongoing basis until a suitable appointment is made.

To be considered, please submit a CV and supporting statement to Imran_butt@sandwell.gov.uk

Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.

If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at EDI_Team@sandwell.gov.uk.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact Imran_butt@sandwell.gov.uk

For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire or Apply button.

Closing date: 28 Jun 2026

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