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Are you a keen and curious problem solver who wants to put those skills to use?

The Ministry of Defence is looking for analysts to come and join the Personnel Statistics and Analysis team to produce statistics that tell a story and create impact.

You might be right for our organisation if:

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  You have an analytical / statistical background or a keen interest in developing skills in this area and undertaking the necessary training.

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  You want to develop your skills in Power Bi, R and SQL to create interactive data tools that help inform decision making

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  You want a job that you can ensure is having a real impact on improving people’s lives and careers

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  You're someone who enjoys problem solving and helping people find solutions grounded in facts, impacting analysis at the highest levels of Defence

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  You work with credibility and challenge decisions that are not based on evidence

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  You believe that good analysis is at the centre of good decisions

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

What will I be doing?

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  Answer a huge range of queries from MOD, other government departments; devolved administrations; ministers and members of the public.
• Work with a wide range of military data to provide evidence and insight that influences debate at the highest level.
• Keep abreast of innovative analytical techniques to improve our statistical outputs and apply the appropriate governance and assurance.
• Provide expert advice to customers, using large datasets to create and deliver consistent, accurate outputs.
• Utilise data visualisation techniques to develop dashboards and bespoke analysis to help inform and influence decision making
• Assist with modelling scenarios and producing forecasts using appropriate modelling software and techniques.

• a first or second class honours degree in a numerate subject (2:1 minimum for Assistant Statistician and 2:2 minimum for Statistical Officer) containing at least 25% taught statistical content (e.g. Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Sciences, Business Studies, Psychology, Geography or similar)
• a higher degree, e.g. a MSc or PhD, in a subject containing formal statistical training (e.g. Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Sciences, Business Studies, Psychology, Geography or similar)
• have worked in a statistical or data science field for a minimum of two years and are able to demonstrate Continuous Professional Development (via a logbook) in applying statistics or data science at the same level as a foundation degree or Higher National Diploma (level five), which demonstrates the expected skills as outlined in the GSG Competency framework.

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Leadership
• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Data Analysis
• Acquiring data and understanding customer needs
• Presenting and disseminating data effectively

Flexible working Patterns -The MOD prides itself on being a modern employer and encourages flexible working, giving you the opportunity to adopt a working pattern that suits you and/or your family life, and promotes a healthy work/life balance.

Annual Leave -As a new entrant to the Civil Service you are entitled to 25 days annual leave which increases by one day for each year completed service, up to a maximum of 30 days.

Special Leave -You may be able to take special leave in certain circumstances. Special leave is time off work granted for a variety of reasons in addition to any annual, maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, parental, flexi leave, bank or privilege holidays or time off in lieu. We cannot plan for everything in life and MOD recognises this by awarding special leave in both unplanned and planned circumstances, including bereavement, studying, jury service, volunteering, Reservist Service, public duties and certain sporting events. Special leave can be either paid or unpaid and limits vary.

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave -We offer a generous maternity and adoption leave package for staff having or adopting a baby (or child). Staff on maternity or adoption leave (primary adopter) can enjoy up to 52 weeks of leave, 26 of which are at full occupational pay (providing you meet the eligibility criteria). The remaining 26 weeks is split between 13 weeks at statutory pay and 13 weeks unpaid.

Learning and Development -The MOD encourages all employees to develop themselves and to constantly learn. Everyone should have at least 5 days’ a year learning (though we would always encourage more), whether that’s job shadowing, being mentored, undertaking your continuous professional development or going on a training course.

In-Year Reward Scheme -The In-Year Reward scheme allows line managers to reward their teams in real time. The scheme ensures you, as an employee can see a clear link between what you have delivered and the reward you have received. In-Year awards can be awarded up to £5000 per year. All In Year awards are subject to tax and National Insurance deductions.

Thank You Scheme -Retail vouchers of up to £100 can be awarded in recognition of an excellent one-off piece of work. The ‘Thank You’ scheme is a way of showing appreciation for the hard work, effort and achievement you contributed to a piece of work.

Pension -The Civil Service Pension Scheme is one of the best pension schemes in the country, famed for its financial benefits to staff. New starters will automatically be enrolled into a pension scheme.

Allowances -Statistical officers in MOD are eligible to receive an RRA of £1,500 per year which increases to £3,000 after the first year providing that the individual has demonstrated no significant weaknesses against any of the Functional Competence Groups

Posts based in High Wycombe also attract a locational allowance of £2,000

MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey – we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.

This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six month probation period.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments the Ministry of Defence.

Job contact :

Name :
The Analytical Recruitment Team
Email :
[email protected]

Recruitment team :

Email :
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