Performance Reporting Analyst

We're seeking an experienced Business Reporting / Performance Analyst to support the delivery of strategic performance reporting, planning and insight across a large public sector organisation.

This is a highly visible role combining data analysis, stakeholder engagement and performance management, ensuring leaders have the information needed to make informed decisions and drive organisational outcomes.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established public sector organisation undergoing a period of continued transformation and improvement. They are committed to delivering high-quality services and are investing in their reporting and performance capability to support effective decision-making at all levels of the organisation.

Operating within a complex stakeholder environment, they place significant emphasis on data-driven insight, accountability and continuous improvement.

Description

Key responsibilities will include:

Developing and maintaining performance reporting frameworks, dashboards and management information. Producing regular performance reports and insight packs for senior leadership teams. Analysing operational and strategic performance data, identifying trends, risks and improvement opportunities. Supporting business planning activities and organisational performance monitoring. Working with stakeholders to define, develop and track KPIs and performance measures. Providing meaningful analysis and recommendations to support decision-making. Ensuring data accuracy, consistency and reporting standards are maintained. Building and maintaining Power BI dashboards and visualisations. Supporting governance forums through the provision of high-quality reporting and insight. Identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes and performance management practices.

Profile

The successful candidate is likely to possess:

Previous experience in a Performance Analyst, Business Reporting Analyst, MI Analyst, Insight Analyst or similar role. Strong experience producing performance reports for senior stakeholders. Advanced Excel and Power BI skills. Ability to analyse complex datasets and communicate findings in a clear and actionable manner. Experience developing and managing KPIs, scorecards and performance frameworks. Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills. Experience gathering requirements and translating business needs into reporting solutions. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience working within a public sector or highly regulated environment would be advantageous.

Job Offer

£300-£500 per day (Inside IR35). Initial 6-month contract with potential for extension. Hybrid working with approximately 1 day per week onsite in Birmingham. Opportunity to work with senior leadership and influence strategic decision-making. Exposure to organisation-wide performance improvement initiatives. Collaborative and supportive working environment with a strong focus on data-driven decision making