Overview

Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as a Data Analyst where you will be supporting analytics workstreams by gathering requirements, conducting analysis, and assisting with implementation, and collaborating with colleagues across teams to deliver data-driven insights that inform decision-making. The Data Analyst reports to the Principal Data Analyst, and the role is aligned to the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework: https://ddat-capability-framework.service.gov.uk/role/data-analyst#data-analyst. You’ll also be part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping people across the UK improve their financial wellbeing. Specifically, the role will support the Money Guiders programme: https://maps.org.uk/en/our-work/money-guiders.

Responsibilities

• Applying a range of analytical tools and techniques to explore and interpret data.
• Assisting in the development and monitoring of measurement frameworks, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Conducting structured analysis and contributing to cross-functional analytical projects.
• Using established technical tools and techniques to support data analysis.
• Ensuring the accuracy, quality, and appropriate use of data and analysis.
• Creating data visualisations and dashboards using business intelligence tools to communicate findings effectively.
• Working with data engineers and product teams to support data collection, migration, and integration across systems.
• Cleaning, aggregating, and preparing data for analysis.

Application and Selection Process

1. Initial Review: Our recruiter will review your CV. If it looks like a good fit, they'll reach out to arrange a call.
2. Hiring Manager Review: If the recruiter thinks you're suitable, your CV will be passed to the hiring manager, who will decide whether to invite you for an interview.
3. Interview: If selected, you'll participate in a virtual interview. This single-stage process allows you to demonstrate your skills and experience through competency-based questions.

Career Development

In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Additional Information

• Reserve List: If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.
• Application Process: The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, contact recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
• Security: Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks.
• Nationality requirements: This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals; nationals of the Republic of Ireland; nationals of Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK; nationals of EU/EEA/Swiss/UK-related statuses and family members with settled or pre-settled status; individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS by 31 December 2020; Turkish nationals and certain family members who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service. For more information, see the department's guidance on nationality requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in using data visualisation tools, particularly Power BI, to effectively present insights.
• Experience in data analysis within public and/or private sector organisations.
• Familiarity with Agile delivery environments and collaborative working practices.
• Proficiency in techniques for analysing data and generating actionable insights.
• Experience in using programming languages such as Python and SQL.
• Strong communication skills to translate data into clear, compelling narratives.
• Understanding of business objectives and how to measure performance against them.
• Awareness of data validation and verification processes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work within constraints.
• Understanding of data privacy and security principles.
• Familiarity with data governance and management practices.
• Awareness of data modelling, cleansing, and enrichment techniques.
• Knowledge of data quality assurance methods.

About MaPS and Benefits

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford. We offer a values-driven culture with emphasis on caring, connecting, and transforming. We are committed to inclusion, equity, and belonging, and support networks across LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women's health, men's health, ethnicity, and diversity.

• Generous Annual Leave - 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme - contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
• Cycle to work and other staff benefits (e.g., discounted eye tests, flu jabs, life assurance)
• Flexible working: hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week