Senior Data Analyst

PPL:  Management Consultancy with a difference…

• Financial Times UK’s Leading Management Consultants ‘Gold’ rated 2023 and 2024 

• Winner, B Corp ‘Best for the World’ for Workforce 2021 and 2022 

• Winner, MCA Consulting Awards for Innovation, Client Service & Value, and Ethical Consultancy  

 Founded in 2007, PPL is a Social Enterprise and B Corp that exists to promote better health, wellbeing, and economic outcomes across the UK, working with individuals, communities and the organisations that support them.   

 We do this through applying the best of current and emerging thinking in the fields of strategy and innovation, management science, digital, analytics, organisational development and programme delivery to help people achieve better outcomes in life and to deliver social value. 

Working in our Data & Analytics Team  

Supporting our clients make evidence-led decisions is a key part of how we deliver positive change at PPL. Our Data & Analytics Team specialise in working with large-scale, complex datasets to deliver practical insights that help clients answer the questions that matter most to them. We use a range of tools from SQL to R Studio to Power BI to Azure Cloud Services to develop innovative solutions, communicate complex analysis clearly, and help clients use data to drive day-to-day improvement. 

The Data & Analytics Team works closely with generalist consultants and other specialists at PPL on programmes of work that bring together colleagues with different skillsets to drive positive change. 

Senior Data Analyst @ PPL 

Do you want to be part of making change happen, working in some of the most exciting and challenging public services, from boardroom to the frontline? 

Being a Senior Data Analyst at PPL means you are passionate about public sector reform and have the technical expertise and innovative mindset to lead and shape our new Data and Analytics Team. 

As a Senior Data Analyst at PPL, key responsibilities include: 

• Delivering complex analytics projects, working with large datasets and managing teams of consultants and data engineers. 

• Leading analytics-focused business development, developing PPL’s presence and relationships with our clients, and taking new offers to market 

• Developing innovative analytics solutions, particularly in the health and social care space with public sector clients, that drive positive impact. 

These responsibilities are further detailed in the full job description provided. 

About the role 

We offer a unique opportunity for individuals to develop and deploy data analyst skills on a wide range of innovative projects aimed at improving public sector outcomes across the UK. This role is based in our London offices in SE1, and on client sites as required. As the lead of the newly formed Data and Analytics Team, you will spearhead the development of PPL’s analytical capabilities, driving value and insight from diverse public sector datasets. Your role will also involve developing our data infrastructure and delivering impactful analytics projects that support our clients, including the NHS and local government. 

The salary for this role ranges from £57,750 – £63,000 per annum, depending on your level of experience. 

In addition, you will receive a benefits package including: 

• An annual £2,136 London travel allowance 

• 26 days of annual leave, rising to 30 days based on length of service, plus UK bank holidays 

• 10 days of paid volunteering leave per annum, to be used with the charity of your choice 

• A 1-year CMI accredited training programme, followed by further tailored professional development opportunities, including support for ongoing technical certifications and additional training. 

• Company health, life insurance and pension scheme 
• Access to range of other discounts and rewards, including our Cycle to Work scheme 

What we are looking for 

PPL is focussed on delivering consistently excellent services to our clients and the communities they serve.  Being at the cutting edge of public sector reform is not easy, and we are looking for individuals who are ready to work independently, learn quickly, manage others, and build relationships with clients based on trust and consistently high-quality delivery. Senior Data Analysts will be expected to lead on project delivery with oversight from senior PPL leads and support from analysts, consultants, and data engineers.  

Senior Data Analysts are also expected to be subject matter experts when it comes to data & analytics, working across PPL to identify opportunities to add value through data analysis, to ensure analysis is always delivered to a high standard, and to productise solutions developed by PPL colleagues and drive business development. 

Our ideal candidate has: 

• A proven track record applying rigorous quantitative and statistical methods to complex datasets to evaluate, model, and provide insight into real-world problems. 

• Proficiency with database management tools (e.g. SQL), analytical tools (e.g. Azure Synapse, Python, R Studio) and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI). 

• Experience in building and maintaining client relationships in the analytics space. 

• An ability to support new business opportunities, from concept to contract award. 

• Experience in managing and recruiting data analytics teams. 
• Experience applying the above skills in the health and care space (desirable) 

The process 

PPL operates a blind recruitment process.  Successfully shortlisted candidates can expect: 

1. An initial telephone interview (approx. 30 mins) 
2. Online aptitude tests 
3. An in-person panel interview inc. case study at PPL’s SE1 offices (approx. 2.5 hours)  
4. An in-person final interview  

Schedule 

Application instructions 

The linked application form will be used to assess eligibility before CVs are submitted for shortlisting via our blind recruitment process. 

Please email your CV and completed application form to recruitment@ppl.org.uk 

Please note cover letters will not be considered as part of the screening process, so please refer to the application form for all required details. 

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at the same email address.