Analyst - Public Funding
Analyst - Public Funding
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Job Description
Are you an analyst with a background in public finances and an interest in the Scottish Budget
The Scottish Fiscal Commission is recruiting to fill a post in its public funding and spending forecasting team.
You will work closely with the senior analyst to produce the Commissions commentary on the funding for the Scottish Budget and how it is spent. You will lead on discrete projects tackling new challenges as we develop our commentary. You will help in developing a narrative and communicating the risks and challenges facing the Scottish Budget to colleagues the Commissioners and stakeholders. You will also gain experience in communicating with a range of audiences managing a programme of analytical work and developing analytical expertise. You do not need extensive understanding of the Scottish Budget as you will learn the necessary skills on the job.
Responsibilities
- Develop the Commissions analysis and commentary on the Scottish Governments funding and spending position in the Scottish Budget and Medium-Term Financial Strategy supported by your line manager.
- Support the Commissions assessment of the Scottish Governments borrowing plans at each fiscal event.
- Work on the Commissions key publications including forecast reports and fiscal update reports. Ensure the work of the Commission is clearly presented and accessible to a wide range of audiences.
- Line manage an analyst providing support and helping them develop.
- Take responsibility for your learning and development so you can continue to build and develop the work of the team.
- Help build positive working relationships with stakeholders including the Scottish Government the Office for Budget Responsibility HM Treasury and the Northern Ireland Fiscal Council.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
You should have a first or upper second class degree or postgraduate qualification in a numerate subject for example: statistics economics actuarial science. Other qualifications or experience equivalent to these may also be acceptable; if you are in any doubt please contact Silvia Palombi. Please make it clear how your qualifications or experience meet this criteria on your CV.
Success Profile
Experience:
- Lead Criterium: Knowledge of public finances.
- Experience as an analyst and an understanding of analytical techniques gathering analysing and presenting data.
Behaviours:
- Changing and Improving - (Level 3)
- Delivering at Pace - (Level 3)
- Working Together - (Level 3)
- Communicating and Influencing- (Level 3)
You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here.
How to apply
Apply online providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than maximum 1000 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above.
In the event of a high number of applications an initial sift will be conducted using the CV and Supporting Statement on the Lead Criterium Experience 1 as listed above.
Candidates who pass the initial sift will have their applications fully assessed against all remaining criteria which includes the 2nd Experience criterium and all 4 Behaviours listed in the Success Profile above.
If successful at application sift you will be invited to an assessment and interview where we will test all criteria listed in the Success Profile.
If invited for further assessment this will consist of an interview and Analysis Exercise and will take place virtually.
Assessments are scheduled for 14th 15th 16th 17th 21st and 22nd July however this may be subject to change.
Qualifications
We produce independent robust forecasts and assessments to improve the transparency and scrutiny of the Scottish Budget. Our forecasts are vitally important to the setting of Scotlands Budget and youll get the opportunity to have a real impact on how Scottish public finances are managed. We are independent of the Scottish Government and we give the answers to questions like:
- How much money will the Scottish Government get from taxes
- How much will social security payments cost
- What will climate change and aging population mean for public finances
- Which spending decisions now could build up in the future
Our deep impartial scrutiny and clear explanations bring transparency to the Scottish Governments financial decisions. Find out more about us at:Staff Vacancies Scottish Fiscal Commission.
Our staff are part of theUK Civil Service so we follow the Civil Service Nationality Rules.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment and we align with the Scottish Governments employment terms and conditions. You can find out more about those on the Scottish Governmentscareers website.
Working Pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week but we also support part-time working. If the top candidate is part-time we will endeavour to adjust duties accordingly where possible.
We offer flexible working hours between 7am and 7pm Monday to Friday.
We offer hybrid working. Our office is in central Edinburgh (EH1 3DE) and generally you can choose whether to work there from home or a mixture of both. You would be expected to attend the office in person sometimes for all-staff days all-team days or specific training events. We anticipate this would be around once a week. If you have specific questions please contact us.
Equality Statement
We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Find out more about our commitment todiversityand how we offer and supportrecruitment adjustmentsfor anyone who needs them.
Further Information
Find out more about our organisation what we offer staff members and how to apply on ourVacancies Page.
The Scottish Government provides our HR service and theirCandidate Guidegives further information on the recruitment and application processes.
For more information please contact Silvia Palombi at
Apply Before: 29th June (23:59)
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
