Principal Analyst (Redeployment 23345)

• Suffolk County Council
• Location: Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX hybrid working
• Salary: 60135 - 71634 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

At Suffolk County Council every role is a chance to create positive change. As the Principal Analyst within the Norfolk & Suffolk Intelligence Function youll help shape how data and insight are used across health and care services to improve population health outcomes and reduce inequalities.

Working as part of a joint partnership between the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Local Authorities youll provide analytical leadership across a complex system ensuring highquality insight supports evidencebased decisionmaking at both strategic and operational levels. Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role youll lead a specialist analytical team hosted by Suffolk County Council overseeing the delivery of complex intelligence and advanced analytics aligned with regional health and care priorities. Youll act as a trusted expert on data insight and analytics working closely with senior leaders and partners across Norfolk and Suffolk.

On a daytoday basis you will:

• lead and manage a team of Senior Analysts and Data Analysts ensuring resources are used effectively and work programmes are delivered on time
• provide analytical leadership across the Intelligence Function acting as a visible senior expert on health and care data
• deliver complex analytical projects using advanced techniques including statistical modelling predictive analytics data science and population health management approaches
• translate complex data into clear impactful insights to influence senior decisionmakers and strategic forums
• work collaboratively with ICB local authority NHS and voluntary sector partners to identify priority areas for insight and evaluation
• support the development of analytical capability across partner organisations by sharing best practice and building analytical communities
• champion innovation transparency and ethical use of data across the system.

Youll also contribute to the strategic growth of the Intelligence Function helping to shape future priorities strengthen analytical capability and promote continued investment in data and analytics.

You will need

Were looking for someone who brings strong analytical leadership experience and a passion for using data to improve outcomes.

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• a relevant degree and a Masters (or higher) qualification in an analytically demanding subject or extensive expertlevel experience in a senior analytical role
• significant experience leading and managing analytical teams in complex health local government or similarly large systems
• advanced knowledge of analytical tools and methods such as SQL Power BI R and Python
• proven ability to communicate complex data and insight clearly to nontechnical and senior audiences
• experience delivering highquality insight that influences strategy service improvement and decisionmaking
• a commitment to equality diversity and inclusion and a collaborative valuesled leadership approach.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (JPP) which you can find in the How to apply section towards the bottom of this advert.

If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. We work in a hybrid fashion with a minimum 40% per week inperson in the office.

The team

The Norfolk & Suffolk Intelligence Function is a joint ICB and Local Authority service bringing together analytical expertise to support health and care decisionmaking across a complex system. Hosted by Suffolk County Council the team works closely with organisations across health care and the voluntary sector to deliver advanced analytics and intelligence that make a real difference to communities.

Youll join a collaborative forwardthinking team where analytical excellence curiosity and partnership working are central to what we do.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Alex Royan (he/him) for a casual conversation. You can contact him by emailing

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 500 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template (Word).

1. Tell me about a time you led a complex analytical programme or portfolio across multiple organisations or partners. What approach did you take to set direction manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines

2. Describe an occasion where you managed and developed a specialist analytical team through a period of change or sustained pressure. How did you allocate work support wellbeing and improve capability over time

3. Give an example of when you used advanced analytical methods (for example statistical modelling predictive analytics data science or population health management analysis) to identify an emerging issue or unmet need. How did you choose the method and validate your findings

4. Tell me about a time you worked with senior stakeholders to define the right question and shape an insight brief. How did you ensure the analysis met decision-making needs and led to action

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please see ourHow to Apply page.

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Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30pm 20 May 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid