An opportunity has arisen within Business Intelligence for a Data Quality Analyst based at Headquarters in Sheffield.

The overall purpose of the role will be to ensure the execution of data quality routines, proactively monitoring, measuring, analysing, executing, tracking, and reporting on data quality issues. The role also involves supporting managers in developing the CRMP/Strategic Plan and other key strategic documents, as well as providing systems administration and support in data collection systems.

To be considered for this role, you will have previous experience with…

• Working in data quality management or a similar role.
• Supporting the development of key documentation.
• Providing systems administration and support for data collection systems.

You must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail and accuracy, and an understanding of data analysis and data quality management tools. You must be a good communicator with strong interpersonal skills and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

The key duties will include supporting Business Intelligence in aggregating data for strategic documents and making recommendations to support corporate decision-making. You will be responsible for ensuring data quality to support informed decision-making, ensuring quality assurance of statutory obligations and submitting data to the Home Office and other organisations.

You will conduct system reviews, recommend performance improvements, collate and validate statistical returns, perform daily data quality checks, and maintain supporting documentation. Additionally, you will track and audit data passing through Business Intelligence managed systems.

For more information about the role contact Harrison Stephenson at bi@syfire.gov.uk.

Within your application please detail how your skills and experience meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification with examples.

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained  contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 09.00 hours on 23^rd June 2025

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays.  Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days.  We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Most of our corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their line manager. Flexi time can be accrued with a potential of up to 13 days to be taken within a year.

All eligible corporate staff are auto-enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme. Further information on the scheme, and additional benefits, can be found on the LGPS website.

Other benefits include (but not limited to) – enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union.

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People.  All staff are expected to share this commitment.

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