Senior Statistical Support Analyst

Do you enjoy working with code and data to solve real-world problems Join us to automate statistical processes using code and help build tools that support Scotlands official statistics.

We are looking for a Senior Statistical Support Analyst to join the Statistical Promotion and Analysis team in the National Records of Scotland (NRS) on a 12-month Fair and Open fixed term contract (with the possibility of extension). The Statistical Promotion and Analysis team is responsible for driving innovation and improvement in statistical outputs.

In this role you will lead programme of work to develop and embedReproducible Analytical Pipelines (RAPs) across NRS to help deliver our vision.This role is central to modernising the way we produce official statistics and analytical outputs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a programme of work to identify opportunities to enhance analytical processes by developing Reproducible Analytical Pipelines (RAPs) thereby improving efficiency and optimising resource use.
• Design and develop Reproducible Analytical Pipelines using R and Git.
• Automate the production of official statistics and analytical reports in line with the Government Statistical Service (GSS) RAP principles.
• Collaborate with statistical teams and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into robust automated workflows.
• Ensure code quality version control and documentation standards are upheld.
• Lead the development of internal RAP standards guidance and training materials.
• Provide coaching and support to statisticians to develop RAPs
• Line management of two B2 Statistical Support Analysts

Qualifications

Candidates need to provide evidence ofoneof the following:

• A minimum of a 2:2 undergraduate degree or a masters degree or PhD demonstrating how your qualifications contain formal training on statistics or data OR
• Sufficient experience in a statistics or data related field as well as a minimum of a 2:2 undergraduate degree or a masters degree or PhD.

Please enter your qualifications in the additional text box in the application.

Please note: If you fail to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as stated above your application will be automatically sifted out.

Success Profile

Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on.

Technical / Professional Skills:

1. Strong programming skills in Rfor data analysis and automation of statistical tasks and processes (Ability to use R and R packages to improve efficiency accuracy and reproducibility of statistical tasks and processes)

Experience:

1. Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Behaviours:

1. Seeing the Big Picture (Level 3)
2. Changing and Improving (Level 3)
3. Developing Self and Others (Level 3)
4. Managing a Quality Service (Level 3)

You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here:Behaviour levels - Success profiles: candidate guide -

How to apply

Apply online providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 1500 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the skills experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above.

If invited for further assessment this will consist of an interview and presentation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application but all statements and examples provided must be truthful factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others or generated by artificial intelligence and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

Please see ourcandidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.

Assessments are scheduled for w/c 27^th October 2025 however this may be subject to change.

About us

National Records of Scotland (NRS) is Scotlands record keeper. Our purpose is to collect preserve and produce information about Scotlands people and history and make it available to inform current and future generations. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles.

NRS is a Non-Ministerial Department of theScottish Government & and our staff are partUK Civil Service working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more aboutwhat we offer.

As part of the UK Civil Service we uphold theCivil Service Nationality Rules.

Working pattern

Our standard hours are 35 hours per week we offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for please contact us.

Security checks

Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre-employment checks Identity Right to work Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).

You can find out more about BPSS on theUK Government website or read about the different levels of security checks in ourCandidate Guide.

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 todiversity and how we offer and supportrecruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.

Further information

Find out more about our organisation what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website.

Read our Candidate Guidefor further information on our recruitment and application processes.

For further information about the post please contact Lilly Herridge at