Senior Statistician - Temporary Grade 5 (£44,215 - £53,225 pay award pending)
Download the job description and competency framework.
Person specification
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who enjoys working collaboratively to tackle important statistical and data challenges across local government in Wales.
You will have experience of undertaking research and applying statistical analyses effectively, either in real-world situations or as part of your academic studies. With excellent interpersonal skills, you will be able to communicate information effectively to a range of audiences, for example, to explain research findings and to drive engagement with future projects. You will bring a ‘can do’ mindset, identifying opportunities for improvement and persuading others to go on the development journey with you.
What we can offer
We are a learning organisation with a commitment to professional growth and development. We value our people and it shows. In addition to a generous annual leave allowance, our flexible working scheme allows employees to tailor their work to suit their individual needs whilst ensuring that the needs of the business and our customers are met. This includes hybrid working (from home or other locations).
We also operate a number of schemes to support our employees including:
- A free employee assistance scheme (providing access to advice and guidance including counselling).
- A basic private healthcare scheme (with the option to purchase additional cover for individuals or family members).
- An electric vehicle leasing scheme (via salary sacrifice).
- A travel season ticket loan scheme.
- A ‘cycle to work’ scheme (via salary sacrifice).
- The option to purchase additional annual leave.
What we expect from you
With flexibility comes responsibility. We expect our staff to be self motivated and committed to our work.
How we recruit
We are really interested in you as an individual and what you will bring to our organisation. We want to get the best from you at the application stage and our process is designed to help you demonstrate your strengths. There are two stages to the assessment:
- A sift of paper applications (CV + cover letter)
- If you pass the sift, an assessment event.
If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and a covering letter (no longer than 2 sides of A4) to Jodie Phillips (jodie.phillips@data.cymru). The submission deadline is noon on 30 April 2025.
We welcome applications in both Welsh and English. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English language applications.
If you are successful at the sift, you will be invited to our assessment event. Our assessment event goes beyond a traditional interview, giving you the opportunity to participate in activities across a realistic range of scenarios, as well as allowing you to get to know us!
We recognise that many potential candidates do not apply for roles unless they meet all of the listed criteria. We want to gain an understanding of your skills, abilities, and experiences. Perhaps you meet the criteria without realising it. If in doubt, we’d encourage candidates to apply and not self-select out of the opportunity.
Finally, we want you to demonstrate your full potential and are happy to discuss any person-centred adjustments to the recruitment process that you may require.
Download the job description and competency framework.