Senior Statistical Officer - National

Job summary

Do you have the passion, values and ability to make a real difference to solving the UK`s biggest issues through data and statistics?

The Government Statistical Service (GSS) works across the public sector to collect, analyse and publish official statistics to help government, business, and the public understand the current state of the UK economy and society.

As a government statistician you will have the opportunity to work on high profile analysis and research, working at the heart of government, in roles that really make a difference. No other organisation can claim to be involved in the same breadth of work that the GSS will offer you.

Job description

As a senior government statistician, you will work on high profile analysis and research, working at the heart of government, in roles that really make a difference, including.

• Supporting the transport network and infrastructure to keep the UK on the move
• Safeguarding our natural environment to sustain a thriving rural economy
• Supporting immigration and passports, drugs policy, crime, fire, counterterrorism and police

This senior role will require you to take responsibility for multiple aspects of statistical production, often managing teams of analysts and non-analysts to deliver innovative results for your stake holders. Developing expertise in technical skills through further training.

Whether you are hearing about us for the first time or already know a bit about us, we hope that the candidate pack attached (bottom of page) will give you a great insight into the GSS and what it means to work as a statistician.

Key responsibilities

Every role in the Government Statistical Service (GSS) is as different as the departments they work in. You will work on a breadth of projects which will require you to;

• Create new data solutions/collections through the manipulation of multiple data sources, to better meet customer needs
• Proactively engage early and often with the customer to share analytical results, and to discuss findings, taking data limitations into account.
• Influence the debate and the decision-making process ensure that robust data collection is facilitated
• Drive forward suitable technologies, tools and analytical techniques, leading the way in their application and acts as a main point of contact to ensure effective delivery within, and across teams
• Use the most appropriate methods and tools to use to deliver analysis, confidently adapting their approach as required to effectively manipulate a variety of data sources
• Take responsibility for the delivery of high-quality statistical advice and analysis given by self-and/or team
• Build the capability of others by sharing knowledge about data sources, data manipulation and appropriate innovations within own team or across business area

Person specification

As a senior statistician, we will be looking for your skills and experience in the following essential areas.

• Proven leadership capability and some experience to overcome challenges alongside managing a team and prioritising tasks in line with organisational aspirations
• Demonstrable analytical experience, including a track record in the practical application of analysis or research with an in-depth knowledge of data sources
• Experience of managing the delivery of complex projects and delivering quality outcomes to meet customer demands
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex analysis to non-specialists and contribute effectively to discussions with ministers, senior officials and external stakeholders
• Ability to deliver high impact analysis to tight deadlines, using forward planning to identify risks and issues