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The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country.  The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Public Health Analyst to join our Public Health team.

The Role:

We are seeking a skilled and technically capable Senior Public Health Analyst to join our team and support data‑driven decision‑making across the organisation. The successful candidate will lead Public Health Intelligence and deliver high-quality data analysis and insight to inform intelligence-led decision-making, strategic planning, and service improvement. You will work complex data sets, identify trends and risks, and turn analytical outputs into clear insights for decision-makers.

An understanding of public health is beneficial with the ideal candidate having strong technical and scripting skills for automating data processing. You will report to the Deputy Director of Public Health.

Your role will involve:

• Developing and maintaining the borough’s Joint Strategic Needs Assessment, monitoring Health and Wellbeing Strategy outcomes, and delivering a Public Health Performance Framework for service assurance and service improvement.
• Analysing large and complex public health datasets using advanced statistical methods and tools.
• Identifying trends, inequalities, and potential public health risks to inform public health strategies.
• Translating data findings into clear reports, presentations, and visualisations for diverse audiences.
• Ensuring effective and efficient day‑to‑day operation of Public Health Intelligence workflows and systems.
• Providing expert intelligence advice and collaborating with colleagues across the council to ensure insights inform service planning and interventions.
• Ensuring data is handled securely and lawfully, including through Data Protection Impact Assessments and GDPR compliant practices.

What we are looking for:

• Technical skills: Strong experience using scripting languages and tools such as R, Python, SQL, and/or Power Query to automate data processing and improve analytical efficiency.
• Analytical Expertise: A strong foundation in statistical methods and data analysis tools relevant to public health research.
• Data Storyteller: Ability to turn complex data into clear, compelling visualisations and narrative outputs for everyone to understand.
• Collaboration Catalyst: Confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders to translate insights into impactful decisions.

What we offer:

• 32 days annual leave
• Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger. 

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates: Wednesday 25 March

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Lewis Kempford (Senior Public Health Analyst) on lewis.kempford@rbwm.gov.uk.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

Company: The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead

Salary: £55,296 - £60,286 per annum

Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Health and Social Care

Job Role: Analyst