Lead Data Analyst
| Posting date: | 22 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £46,878 to £51,506 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 October 2025 |
| Location: | Rochdale, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ROBH195040 |
Summary
At Rochdale Boroughwide Housing, we believe in building more than just homes. We’re here to create communities where people feel supported, safe, and empowered. As a not-for-profit mutual Housing Association, we serve residents across Rochdale and are committed to delivering excellent services and long-term value.
We are evolving to become a truly data-led organisation and we're growing our Data & Insights team and looking for a Lead Analyst to help shape the future with smart, evidence-based decision-making.
What are we looking for?
Strong experience in data analysis and visualisation particularly using Power BI, Excel, and SQL.
Hands-on knowledge of predictive modelling techniques such as regression analysis, clustering, or forecasting. Experience using tools like Python or R is a bonus.
Familiarity with cloud-based data environments such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud – and how they can support scalable, secure analytics.
Confidence working with large, complex data sets, including data cleansing, transformation, and validation.
An understanding of data governance, including principles around data quality, security, and compliance.
A collaborative approach and the ability to engage positively with colleagues from across the business, both technical and non-technical.
Strong communication skills, being able to translate technical data into meaningful, actionable insights for a wide range of audiences.
A natural problem-solver with curiosity, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
Proven experience in mentoring or coaching others, and a desire to help build a small team and foster a culture of learning and development.
Comfortable working on multiple projects and priorities, with a flexible, can-do attitude.
What's in it for you?
As an RBH employee, you will receive a range of fantastic benefits, including: -
SMART working arrangements
Holiday entitlement – 30 days holiday plus all UK bank holidays, with an additional 5 days after completion of five years’ service. Part time employees will receive a pro rata entitlement
Ability to purchase up to an additional 5 days leave per year
A quality defined contribution pension scheme, with salary exchange and RBH matches your contributions up to 8%
Healthcare – automatic enrolment into a health care cash plan, covering optical and dental costs, consultation fees and physio to name but a few
You will also have access to our Employment Assistance Programme with a 24-hour confidential counselling support for both personal and work-related issues
Plus, many more
Please refer to the attached Job Description upon completing your application
Please note, we will be reviewing and shortlisting throughout the duration of this role and we could close early, therefore we recommend an early application.
We are evolving to become a truly data-led organisation and we're growing our Data & Insights team and looking for a Lead Analyst to help shape the future with smart, evidence-based decision-making.
What are we looking for?
Strong experience in data analysis and visualisation particularly using Power BI, Excel, and SQL.
Hands-on knowledge of predictive modelling techniques such as regression analysis, clustering, or forecasting. Experience using tools like Python or R is a bonus.
Familiarity with cloud-based data environments such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud – and how they can support scalable, secure analytics.
Confidence working with large, complex data sets, including data cleansing, transformation, and validation.
An understanding of data governance, including principles around data quality, security, and compliance.
A collaborative approach and the ability to engage positively with colleagues from across the business, both technical and non-technical.
Strong communication skills, being able to translate technical data into meaningful, actionable insights for a wide range of audiences.
A natural problem-solver with curiosity, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
Proven experience in mentoring or coaching others, and a desire to help build a small team and foster a culture of learning and development.
Comfortable working on multiple projects and priorities, with a flexible, can-do attitude.
What's in it for you?
As an RBH employee, you will receive a range of fantastic benefits, including: -
SMART working arrangements
Holiday entitlement – 30 days holiday plus all UK bank holidays, with an additional 5 days after completion of five years’ service. Part time employees will receive a pro rata entitlement
Ability to purchase up to an additional 5 days leave per year
A quality defined contribution pension scheme, with salary exchange and RBH matches your contributions up to 8%
Healthcare – automatic enrolment into a health care cash plan, covering optical and dental costs, consultation fees and physio to name but a few
You will also have access to our Employment Assistance Programme with a 24-hour confidential counselling support for both personal and work-related issues
Plus, many more
Please refer to the attached Job Description upon completing your application
Please note, we will be reviewing and shortlisting throughout the duration of this role and we could close early, therefore we recommend an early application.