Data Analyst
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,313 to £43,589 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £40,313 to £43,589 (pay award pending) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | Trust Housing Association Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ID4984-502399 |
Summary
We’re looking for a Data Analyst to help shape high-quality, data driven decision making across the Trust.
In this role, you’ll design, build, test, and maintain data solutions that transforms information from core systems into clear, actionable insights. You’ll analyse complex datasets, uncover trends, and produce reports that support both strategic performance management and day to day operations.
Working closely with our Data Lead, you’ll deliver reporting primarily in Power BI and Excel, while also gaining hands-on experience with our modern data platform, including Azure Databricks and other emerging technologies. You’ll play a key role in improving data quality, supporting cleansing activity, and contributing to our wider data strategy.
This is a fast paced and varied role where you’ll help drive high quality services and make a meaningful impact for colleagues, customers, and communities across Scotland.
What you’ll bring:
• Strong attention to detail and a genuine enthusiasm for data and analytics
• Willingness to learn and adopt modern tools and practices
• Excellent IT skills and the ability to communicate insights clearly
• A collaborative approach and confidence working with teams across the organisation
What we offer:
• 35 hours per week with Flexitime and flexible working hours
• Blended Working (home, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Wishaw)
• Competitive salary £40,313 to £43,589 (pay award pending)
• Access to paid training & continuing personal development
• A choice of pension scheme with employer contributions
• Generous holiday entitlement
• A supportive and caring working environment
If you believe you meet the criteria, we would love to hear from you.
We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.
Applications should be submitted no later than 12 noon on Thursday 5th March 2026 with a view to interviews being held from Thursday 12th March 2026.
If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Graeme Murdoch, Senior Data Analyst at graemem@trustha.org.uk, or Barry Shields, Head of Digital & Data, at barrys@trustha.org.uk.
About Trust Housing:
Trust Housing Association is a not-for-profit registered social landlord, and one of Scotland’s largest national housing, support and care providers for older people, offering a range of accommodation and support services. Primarily serving older people in our communities we also provide housing for families and individuals. We have over 4000 households across the length and breadth of Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands all the way down to the Borders.
Trust is a Fair Work First employer, a great place to work, and our Platinum Investors in People award recognises our commitment to our people and the values that we all share.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC009086
*Blended Working: Trust operates a blended/hybrid working approach and you will have the opportunity to work flexibly from both a remote location (‘home’) and your contractual workplace ('office') should you choose to do so. We have offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Wishaw and your contractual workplace will be Edinburgh. There are no set rules for how many days you will work from each location, and you will be trusted to work from the most suitable location for what is best for the customer, the business, the team and yourself.
In this role, you’ll design, build, test, and maintain data solutions that transforms information from core systems into clear, actionable insights. You’ll analyse complex datasets, uncover trends, and produce reports that support both strategic performance management and day to day operations.
Working closely with our Data Lead, you’ll deliver reporting primarily in Power BI and Excel, while also gaining hands-on experience with our modern data platform, including Azure Databricks and other emerging technologies. You’ll play a key role in improving data quality, supporting cleansing activity, and contributing to our wider data strategy.
This is a fast paced and varied role where you’ll help drive high quality services and make a meaningful impact for colleagues, customers, and communities across Scotland.
What you’ll bring:
• Strong attention to detail and a genuine enthusiasm for data and analytics
• Willingness to learn and adopt modern tools and practices
• Excellent IT skills and the ability to communicate insights clearly
• A collaborative approach and confidence working with teams across the organisation
What we offer:
• 35 hours per week with Flexitime and flexible working hours
• Blended Working (home, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Wishaw)
• Competitive salary £40,313 to £43,589 (pay award pending)
• Access to paid training & continuing personal development
• A choice of pension scheme with employer contributions
• Generous holiday entitlement
• A supportive and caring working environment
If you believe you meet the criteria, we would love to hear from you.
We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.
Applications should be submitted no later than 12 noon on Thursday 5th March 2026 with a view to interviews being held from Thursday 12th March 2026.
If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Graeme Murdoch, Senior Data Analyst at graemem@trustha.org.uk, or Barry Shields, Head of Digital & Data, at barrys@trustha.org.uk.
About Trust Housing:
Trust Housing Association is a not-for-profit registered social landlord, and one of Scotland’s largest national housing, support and care providers for older people, offering a range of accommodation and support services. Primarily serving older people in our communities we also provide housing for families and individuals. We have over 4000 households across the length and breadth of Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands all the way down to the Borders.
Trust is a Fair Work First employer, a great place to work, and our Platinum Investors in People award recognises our commitment to our people and the values that we all share.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC009086
*Blended Working: Trust operates a blended/hybrid working approach and you will have the opportunity to work flexibly from both a remote location (‘home’) and your contractual workplace ('office') should you choose to do so. We have offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Wishaw and your contractual workplace will be Edinburgh. There are no set rules for how many days you will work from each location, and you will be trusted to work from the most suitable location for what is best for the customer, the business, the team and yourself.