Senior Data Analyst (Census 2031)

Scottish Government · City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · £49K–£59K/yr

Government Administration · 51-200 employees

13 h ago

Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time United Kingdom

About the role

The Senior Data Analyst will lead the design and implementation of data models and analytical structures to support the delivery of Census 2031. They will work closely with data architecture teams to ensure census and administrative data is effectively structured, integrated, and utilized.

What they look for

Data analysis Statistical programming R Python SQL Data modelling Data architecture Data management Data visualisation Project management Statistical techniques Analytical structures Stakeholder management Large-scale data environments

Requirements

Candidates must have significant experience in data analysis or statistics, particularly with large, complex datasets and statistical programming languages like R or Python and SQL. Proven ability to lead analytical projects and influence senior stakeholders is essential for this role.

Benefits

Flexible working options Flexi-leave Supportive and inclusive working environment

Full description

You should note that Scotland’s Census is a time limited project which will run until 2032 depending on the role. Staff who are on permanent contracts will remain with NRS after this time whilst a new, suitable role is found. Please contact the line manager named in this advert if you have any further questions

NRS requires a Senior Data Analyst to support the delivery of Census 2031 by leading the design and implementation of data models and analytical structures, working closely with data architecture to shape how census and administrative data is structured, integrated and used.