Job Description

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX, hybrid working
• Salary: £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
• Contract: Fixed term or secondment to March 2028 (funding)

 This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship due to the associated salary level, which does not meet the minimum requirements for a Skilled Worker visa

We are passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as a Suffolk Office of Data and Analytics (SODA) Analyst and Researcher and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy.  

Reimagine the possibilities.  

The  Suffolk Office of Data and Analytics (SODA) is an exciting, innovative function, set up by Suffolk’s public service organisations, with the purpose of developing new, joined-up insights to inform policy and service design and delivery. SODA is hosted by Suffolk County Council's Public Health, Communities and Public Safety Directorate.

Your role and responsibilities 

The topics that you will be covering are usually highly relevant to current and future social, economic, and environmental challenges with SODA’s work covering a wide range of areas, including economic growth, social care, health, criminal justice, housing, environment and many more.

The role also offers excellent opportunities to understand a range of different organisations and meet a range of different professionals.

Produce and present output of data analysis appropriate for a diverse audience to provide the best evidence base to support decision making across SODA partners.

You will be key to providing the best insight, knowledge, and intelligence we possibly can.

What you will need

You will need to bring statistical analytical abilities; investigative skills including the ability to interpret data and other types of information; effective communication and partnership working skills; the ability to produce pictorial information which can communicate data and issues in a clear way to a non-specialist audience; and a passion for data-driven problem-solving.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP), please see the 'how to apply' section below.  If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team 

SODA is one of only a few similar efforts across the country. Therefore, this role sits within an innovative and pioneering function that brings together public service organisations, ensuring that data and information is shared and used for the benefit of all Suffolk’s residents.

We are committed to  flexible working, so please read the Job and Person Profile to find out about the types of flexible working available for this role.

Empowering Everyone 

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report

For more information 

For an informal discussion, please contact  Annabel Bradley, SODA Senior Analyst & Researcher, by emailing: annabel.bradley@suffolk.gov.uk

 
How to apply

Step 1 - Read the  Job and Person Profile (Word)

Step 2 - complete the  Supporting Statement template

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word)

1. Tell us about a time when you collected and manipulated data from a range of sources and used these to produce a dashboard. What approach did you take to ensure accuracy and reliability? Did you automate processes to keep the dashboard relevant when new data was available? How did you make sure the dashboard was clear and accessible? How was the dashboard used and what impact did it have?
2. Tell us about a time when you used creativity, innovation or problem-solving skills to improve a process, report, workflow or analytical output.
3. Tell us about a time when you did evidence research for datasets. How did you choose the datasets to search? How did you determine your search criteria, reliable sources and data accuracy?

Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at:  recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or  03456 014412 You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages

Closing date: 11.30pm 2 August 2026.

Interview date:  10 and 13 August 2026. If you are selected for an interview but not available on this date, we may be able to arrange an alternative date.

 Promoted as SPJ (Standard Plus Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid 

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk)