About the role

  • Insight & Intelligence Manager shaping the use of analytics and technology for Barnet Council. Leading a team to drive data-informed decision-making and improve outcomes for residents.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of sophisticated analytical, data science and AI projects.
  • Build, maintain and optimise data pipelines, analytical models and data architecture.
  • Develop and operationalise machine learning solutions, applying MLOps best practice.
  • Produce high-quality, accessible dashboards and tools using platforms such as Power BI.
  • Work closely with senior leaders to shape strategic insight, policy development and service transformation.
  • Champion best practice in data quality, governance, privacy and information security.
  • Develop and mentor a team of analysts and data scientists, supporting high performance and continuous learning.
  • Strengthen cross council collaboration, working with ICT, service leads, data engineers and external partners.
  • Support delivery of the Council’s DDaT Strategies

Requirements

  • Expertise in advanced analytics, data science, machine learning and data engineering.
  • Experience designing secure, scalable data solutions using platforms such as Azure, Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks or Fabric.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, SQL and/or R, and confidence in developing data pipelines and operationalising models.
  • Experience leading, coaching or developing analysts or data scientists.
  • A passion for driving data culture, improving data literacy, and championing ethical, secure use of data.

Benefits

  • 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
  • Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
  • A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
  • Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
  • Excellent training and development opportunities
  • Employee well-being training programs including confidential employee assistance

Job title

Insight & Intelligence Manager – 18 Months FTC

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

£62,766 - £69,984 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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