Performance Analyst

Job Description

Performance AnalystBirmingham, West Midlands (with hybrid working)We are currently looking to recruit a Performance Analyst to join our team in Birmingham. The Performance Analyst is integral to the regulation of the National Lottery. You will be part of the team responsible for monitoring and managing the performance ofthe National Lottery operator, which will involve analysing, assessing, and communicating data and insights from a range of different sources in order to inform a comprehensive assessment of the operator’s performance.The Benefits:- Salary of c£ 30,000 per annum- Civil service pension, with an employer contribution rate of 27%- Flexible working, guidelines are to be agreed upon with line manager- 26 days’ holiday and option to buy up to five days extra annual leaveYour Role:Within this role, you will be responsible for:- Monitoring and supporting the management of the performance of the National Lottery operator, in line with an outcomes-focused approach to regulation.- Conducting reviews and evaluations of regular proposals and reports, as provided or made available by the operator, and requesting further information as necessary to assess operator performance and whether the required outcomes are being achieved.- Undertaking horizon scanning work to monitor trends, themes and policy developments and identify areas of best practice, to inform an assessment of operator performance.- Presenting insights and providing steer to relevant stakeholders (internal and external), as required.- Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal stakeholders (including the teams within the Gambling Commission which support the regulation of the National Lottery) and external stakeholders (including the National Lottery operator and otherkey external contacts).Please note, whilst undertaking this role you will be prohibited from partaking in the National Lottery.The above does not constitute an exhaustive list of duties. The post holder may be required to perform any reasonable tasks commensurate with the level of responsibility at the request of their Manager.About you:Essential:- Experience of analysing reports and data and then effectively communicating findings and recommendations to help inform risk-based decisions.- Experience of monitoring and measuring performance, providing insights to help shape future plans.- Experience of developing and optimising effective internal and external stakeholder relationships.- Experience of supporting projects, and delivering workstreams to agreed outcomes and deadlines.Desirable:- Experience in a regulated sector, working with a regulator or regulated company, and of regulatory best practice.- Experience in the public sector or of working with central government.About Us:Set up under the Gambling Act 2005, the Gambling Commission is committed to safeguarding the public against any detrimental impact brought about by gambling. We do this by keeping crime out, protecting children and vulnerable people and ensuring the commercialgambling industry is run fairly and openly. We work with the legal system, the public health system, community groups and the industry itself to understand how we can protect the interests of as many people as possible, as effectively as possible.The closing date for this role is 11th of February 2024.PLEASE NOTE: ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visas at this time.Incomplete applications will be discounted from shortlisting. Please ensure your application is fully completed and submitted before logging out of your account.We reserve the right to change the closing date depending on the number of responses received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered in the selection process.As the regulator of the National Lottery, there are some roles within the Commission that are prohibited from playing the National Lottery. This does not affect your family playing. We will let you know at interview if the role you have applied for is on theProhibited List.So, if you’d like to join us as a Performance Analyst, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.