Performance & Intelligence Officer
| Posting date: | 15 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,061.00 to £34,434.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | A competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement Access to an occupational pension scheme A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 December 2025 |
| Location: | Wakefield One, Burton St, Wakefield WF1 2EB |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 244480 |
Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Performance and Intelligence Officer to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting the team to embed a performance-focused culture across the organisation and ensure data-driven decision-making at all levels.
Key Responsibilities
Produce and maintain a suite of high-quality performance management reports to provide senior management assurance and inform strategic and operational decisions.
Maintain and enhance systems for accurate data collection, storage, manipulation, and visualisation using a range of software tools.
Develop and maintain accessible, replicable data visualisation and reporting formats for service users.
Contribute to governance and review arrangements within the agreed performance management framework.
Assist with statutory and regulatory reporting obligations, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and guidance.
Survey design, qualitative data collection, and analysis.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Has well developed technical skills (I.e. Excel, Power BI, SQL)
Is proficient in data analysis, reporting, and visualisation tools.
Understands performance management frameworks and governance.
Has excellent communication skills and can present complex information in a clear, accessible format.
Works flexibly and collaboratively to achieve shared objectives.
Be part of a forward-thinking team driving performance and intelligence across public services. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on service delivery and organisational improvement in a supportive and collaborative working environment.
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Jill Bills.
Tel: 07970489897
E-mail: jbills@wakefield.gov.uk
Key Responsibilities
Produce and maintain a suite of high-quality performance management reports to provide senior management assurance and inform strategic and operational decisions.
Maintain and enhance systems for accurate data collection, storage, manipulation, and visualisation using a range of software tools.
Develop and maintain accessible, replicable data visualisation and reporting formats for service users.
Contribute to governance and review arrangements within the agreed performance management framework.
Assist with statutory and regulatory reporting obligations, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and guidance.
Survey design, qualitative data collection, and analysis.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Has well developed technical skills (I.e. Excel, Power BI, SQL)
Is proficient in data analysis, reporting, and visualisation tools.
Understands performance management frameworks and governance.
Has excellent communication skills and can present complex information in a clear, accessible format.
Works flexibly and collaboratively to achieve shared objectives.
Be part of a forward-thinking team driving performance and intelligence across public services. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on service delivery and organisational improvement in a supportive and collaborative working environment.
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Jill Bills.
Tel: 07970489897
E-mail: jbills@wakefield.gov.uk