Analytical Support Officer

Duration

Duration of contract: Until 31 March 2027, with possibility of extension

Overview

The Improvement Service are seeking an Analytical Support Officer to provide support within the National Planning Improvement team. The team is responsible for monitoring the performance of planning authorities and providing advice to them on what steps might be taken to improve their performance.

Team Goals

The National Planning Improvement team aims to ensure that:

• The planning system enables the delivery of sustainable, liveable and productive places
• Planning services are equipped to work effectively and efficiently, embedding continuous improvement
• Users are able to engage constructively with the planning system and planning service

Key Responsibilities

• Support the analytical strategy of the team, identifying and analysing intelligence, evidence, and data generated through the National Planning Improvement Framework.
• Develop surveys and reporting templates to efficiently support planning authorities in completing annual Improvement Action Plans and maximise the ability to analyse these.
• Use data and intelligence to help drive improved outcomes, confidently creating surveys, collecting, collating, analysing data, and producing outputs.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking someone passionate about using data and intelligence to help drive forward improved outcomes. We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds who are interested in gaining new knowledge, skills and experience.

Location

West Lothian Council Civic Centre, Howden South Road, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 6FF. The role will involve a blended model of office and home working, flexible to be agreed between employee and line manager.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of forty one days per year and a flexible working policy.

Equal Opportunities

The IS is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all its activities to promote inclusive processes, practices and culture.

The IS is a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to interviewing anyone with a disability who meets the essential criteria.