C1 Temporary Promotion Operational Researcher Social Security Scotland
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Job Summary
The Analysis and Insight team delivers analytical support to Social Security Scotland across four professional specialisms Social Research Operational Research Statistics and Economics providing evidence analysis and insight across devolved benefit delivery. This post is in the Advanced Analytics team within the Fiscal Analysis Branch and supports intelligence management in the Fraud and Error Resolution unit who require data analysis to support fraud and error mitigation operations.
This post is based in Social Security Scotland in Glasgow Dundee or Victoria Quay Edinburgh and reports to the C2 Head of Fiscal Analysis in Analysis and Insight. The post holder will manage a team of five staff (two direct) and will work closely with the other team leaders within Analysis and Insight. There will be opportunities to participate in cross analytical working and this is strongly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Manage Fraud and Error Operational Research team consisting of 2 x B3 and 3 x B2 staff to deliver a program of advanced analytics projects in support of fraud and error resolution unit.
- Using data driven methods identify cases for the Fraud and Error Resolution Unit to investigate.
- Provide ad-hoc fraud and error analysis work responding to emerging evidence requirements for mitigation and investigation.
- Collaborate with Fraud and Error Resolution Unit to assess the quality of Fraud and Error Data Layer data and develop future reporting requirements.
- Provide consultancy support on prioritisation for programme of Monetary Value of Fraud and Error official statistics.
- Provide consultancy support for business case development and evaluation across fraud and error topics.
Qualifications
Qualifications
To be considered for this role you must be an Operational Researcher at substantive B3 grade or above.
Success Profiles
We use an assessment framework called Success Profiles which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Please familiarise yourself with this framework by clicking on the following link:
Introduction - Success profiles: candidate guide - ()
For this temporary opportunity the following Success Profile elements will be assessed:
Experience:
- Experience working in a Government Operational Research Service (GORS) Badged Operational Researcher role at substantive B3 grade or above.
How to Apply
Please apply online providing a Supporting Statement (of no more than 500 words) detailing why youre interested in the role and evidence of how you demonstrate the Success Profiles noted above.
Please note that a CV is not required for this temporary opportunity.
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 our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.
If you are interested in this opportunity you should seek permission from your manager and C-band manager before applying on a level transfer (TLT) basis. If applying on temporary promotion (TP) you should inform your manager and C-band manager from the outset of your intention to apply. If successful in your application your release must be agreed by your line manager and C-band manager or relevant unit head.
Please note that the post is only open to individuals who have satisfactorily completed their probationary period.
Dates to Remember
Statement submitted by: 13 April 2026 at 17:00
Informal chats: Week commencing 20 April 2026 (This may be subject to change)
Duration of Temporary Opportunity
This TP/TLT opportunity is for 3 months to cover parental leave.
Hybrid Working
We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow Dundee offices or Victoria Quay Edinburgh. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location.
Further Information
This role is only available to existing permanent civil servants who have successfully completed their probation period within Social Security Scotland or the broader Scottish Government.
Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process please contact us at
If you experience any difficulties completing the online application form please contact the Resourcing Team via
If you have any questions about the role please contact Elaine Drennan Head of Statistics at or the existing post holder Scott Bentley at
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