About the Role
As the Lead Data Scientist for Wandsworth and Richmond Councils you will scope, manage, and deliver data science projects, take an active role in the implementation of our data and analytics strategy and action plan, and contribute towards advancing Richmond and Wandsworth Councils’ data maturity. You will have the unique opportunity to see the positive impact your work has on residents’ lives.
About the team
The role will be based within the corporate Insight and Analytics Team, which includes data scientists, intelligence analysts, analyst support officers and a data projects officer.
The team’s vision is to enable Council leaders and colleagues to make informed decisions and implement transformative and innovative ways of working by providing insightful analyses and innovative data solutions to deliver high-quality services for residents.
We are a very supportive and collaborative team. Our management are also strongly behind us in advancing data and analytics.
Ideal Candidate
Flexible Working
At Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, we care more about how you work and what you achieve, rather than where you work on any given day. The difference you can make to our local communities is what really matters most to us, service delivery must always come first. We have carefully considered agile ways of working to provide the best experience for residents, stakeholders and our staff. Our agile working strategy actively supports and encourages a dynamic work environment and daily working experience. Agile working helps put the needs of our staff at the centre of everything we do, so if specific flexible working arrangements helps you with this, feel free to let us know.
Your wellbeing and the flexible way in which you can work is and will remain a key priority for Richmond and Wandsworth Councils. We want you to thrive and feel empowered in your work!
We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working including, working from home, compressed or part-time hours, term time only, job shares and other arrangements. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you’d like to explore.
Benefits
We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 31 paid days (pro rata) plus bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts with many leisure activities, restaurants, shops and other establishments.
To apply please click the Apply Now link below.