Apprentice Data Analyst

Collate, manage and analyse relevant datasets to inform both operational and strategic decision-making Use a variety of analytical techniques in a creative way to draw inferences and make recommendations to support the business Identify information/intelligence gaps that impact on our ability to understand an issue Proactively identify and evaluate new sources of information that will add value to analytical products Present analytical findings in verbal, written and visual formats to both internal and external audiences Build and maintain relationships with internal service areas and external agencies to facilitate the exchange of information Maintain an awareness of developments within business intelligence and apply that learning to enhance analytical products Proactively identify the range of existing interventions and circumstances affecting the lives of individual families Support the on-going development and maintenance of relevant core information systems Represent the Business Intelligence Service in meetings Deputise for Business Intelligence colleagues when necessary Ensure integrity, fairness and a consideration of the needs of others is incorporated into daily duties and relationships with colleagues Work closely with colleagues in the Business Intelligence Service and other relevant business areas Work collaboratively with colleagues across Enabling Services and the wider organisation in your role ensuring the council effectively uses robust evidence as the basis for its decision making Contribute positively to the development of a customer-focused culture, and promote the Council's vision, outcomes, and core priorities Any other duties allocated by the Business Intelligence Analyst or Business Intelligence Service Manager which are within the scope of the grade Carry out duties in accordance with the Council’s Information Security Standards and Human Resource Policies; compliance with the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act and any
other relevant legislation that directly affects service delivery

Training:
This apprenticeship will provide you with the Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship qualification and an additional qualification, the DA-100 Analyst Data with Microsoft Power BI module, delivered by QA Ltd Training will be delivered by QA in line with modules that include online workshops and regular check ins from an assessor. Functional skills level 2 also included if required

More information about this apprenticeship can be found here: 

https://www.qa.com/apprenticeships/data/data-analyst-level-4/

Training Outcome:
It is Warwickshire County Council policy to seek that all our apprentices are retained in a further position, subject to performance and completion of the apprenticeship, and an available vacancy Progression from this apprenticeship is most like to become a Business Intelligence Officer; however there may be opportunity to progress into other data related positions within the organisation too, subject to availability

Employer Description:
Warwickshire County Council is the local government authority for the county of Warwickshire, providing public services such as Social Care, Education, County Highways, Rural Services, Public Health, Fire and Rescue, plus much more. Since 2012 the Council has delivered a top class apprenticeship scheme, recruiting more than 380 apprentices, most of whom have been retained in further roles at the Council.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, generally 9.00am - 5.00pm, but in line with our flexible working policy.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience