Data Analyst

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum 

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Home Based with the occasional travel to site (Rotherham/Worksop) for meetings, 1 or 2 journeys a month. 

About Us

G4S Employment Support Services (ESS) deliver the RESTART employability programme on behalf of DWP.  

The RESTART contract will support individuals into long term employment across the North West through our network of Suppliers and Stakeholders. 

To apply for our roles you don't necessarily need experience in Employability or Welfare to Work but you do need to be enthusiastic about understanding the industry, passionate about delivering quality and success and have the skill set to meet the requirements of the role.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join our Employment Support Services team at G4S. The role involves supporting ETL processes and development, data analysis, and data hygiene enhancement, ensuring all activities are value-driven and focused on improving performance. The ideal candidate will excel at building strong partnerships, be IT literate, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate experience in key data related technologies and methodologies. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and analyse data to provide actionable insights and reports for decision-makers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify and implement process improvements.
• Train colleagues to use and interpret operational systems and reports effectively.
• Document all Data Team processes, activities and projects comprehensively.
• Analyse data to improve ETL processes, reduce technical debt and enhance automation and data hygiene.
• Support the Data Strategy Manager in developing a robust Data Warehouse and Framework for current and future business needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of key programs and initiatives through data analysis.
• Ensure reporting systems support contractual requirements and monitor improvement initiatives in collaboration with Operational Leaders.
• Assist the Data Strategy Manager in client-facing calls requiring technical expertise.
• Contribute to improving the data strategy, data quality and technical standards.
• Produce timely reports and analyses as directed by your line manager.

Essential criteria:

• Proven ability to transform raw data into actionable reports and effectively analyse and present insights.
• Strong IT skills, including expertise in Power BI (Power Query and DAX) and familiarity with or willingness to learn tools like Google BigQuery and Looker.
• Skilled in simplifying data communication to support performance goals.
• Knowledge of data-related laws and ability to identify exceptions or key focus areas through analysis.

Benefits

While working for G4S, you are entitled to a number of benefits and offers from G4S partners and other organisations, from employee assistance provided through WeCare, to RAC cover and so much more, including the below;

• Progression, training and development catered to you.
• Charity work
• Refer A Friend incentives 
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• G4S Life Assurance Scheme.
• Subsidised healthcare plan.
• Charity work- Match-IT and Payroll Giving.
• Confidential Counselling Services
• 24/7 support specialising in health and medical 
• Discounts on high street shops and brands including several leading high street brands, retailers and travel suppliers.

G4S  is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

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