Higher Statistical Officer

As a Senior Government Statistician you will work on high profile analysis and research, working at the heart of government, in roles that really make a difference, including; supporting the transport network and infrastructure to keep the UK on the movesafeguarding our natural environment to sustain a thriving rural economysupporting immigration and passports, drugs policy, crime, fire, counter-terrorism and policeThe role will require you to apply your statistical skills to innovate and solve problems in data management and analysis. You will be using a range of software packages and analytical techniques, and will be able to explain and communicate your findings to a varied audience.Whether you are hearing about us for the first time or already know a bit about us, we hope that the candidate pack attached (bottom of page) will give you a great insight into the GSS and what it means to work as a statisticianKey responsibilitiesEvery role in the Government Statistical Service (GSS) is as different as the departments they work in. You will work on a breadth of projects which will require you to;deliver high quality statistical advice and analysis to inform debate and influence decision makinguse a range of software packages and analytical techniqueswork proactively with customers to identify their requirements, share knowledge and informationuse innovative techniques to acquire new data sourcesbe responsible for statistical production and solve problems in data management and analysisyou may also manage junior grades including non-analysts