This role involves carrying out analytical work to support higher education policy development, evaluation, and ministerial priorities within the Department for Education. The successful candidate will manage data, produce official statistics, conduct research, and build relationships with internal and external partners like the Office for Students. Working in a team focused on higher education provider and participation statistics, the postholder will use tools like R and SQL to generate insights that improve outcomes for students and the wider sector. The position offers professional development and coaching to help analysts build expertise across educational data sources.

What they're looking for

• Applied analytical or research experience
• Communicates analysis clearly to experts and non-experts
• Proactively prioritizes and plans own work effectively
• Experience with analytical software including R and SQL

Nationality requirements

Open to UK, Irish, Commonwealth, EU, EUSS, and Turkish nationals with the right to work.

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