Performance & Insight Officer
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
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Join Our OneTeam as a Performance and Insight Officer
Salary: £31,067 - £33,366 (OneTeam, Band 6)
Location: Rochford District Council & Brentwood Borough Council (Agile/Hybrid Working)
Team: Strategy, Performance and Improvement
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you passionate about performance improvement and data-driven decision-making? Do you thrive on building systems that help organisations measure what matters? If so, we want you on our team!
About Us
Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have joined forces under the OneTeam Transformation—a bold and innovative partnership designed to deliver smarter services and stronger communities. Together, we’re building a unified officer team that shares knowledge, experience, and ambition.
The Role
We’re looking for a Performance and Insight Officer to lead the development and delivery of a robust performance management framework across two ambitious councils. This is your opportunity to shape how we track progress, improve services, and deliver on our strategic goals.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the development of performance frameworks that drive improvement and accountability.
- Collaborate with senior leaders and services to define meaningful KPIs and outcomes.
- Build and maintain systems that capture accurate, timely performance data.
- Create compelling reports and dashboards that bring data to life.
- Produce high-impact quarterly performance reports and contribute to our Annual Report.
- Champion data-driven decision-making across both councils.
What You’ll Bring:
- Proven experience in performance management, data analysis, and insight generation.
- Strong skills in tools like Power BI, Excel, and data visualisation platforms.
- A knack for translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.
- A collaborative mindset and the confidence to influence change.
- A degree or equivalent experience, plus a commitment to continuous learning.
Why Join Us?
- Work across two forward-thinking councils with a shared vision for innovation and excellence.
- Shape how performance is understood, communicated, and improved.
- Enjoy flexible, agile working arrangements.
- Be part of a supportive, inclusive and innovative team that values your ideas.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Make a real difference to the lives of residents and the future of local government.
Ready to turn insight into impact? We’d love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of something bigger!
For an informal discussion regarding this position, please contact Sam Nicholson on 01277 312889 or Samantha.nicholson@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk.
Salary range
- £31,067 - £33,366 per year