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Data Analyst

Hybrid in Milton Keynes·Full-time·Added today (last checked 3 Nov)

Network Rail

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Our summary

Salary: £30,110 a year
About £2,100 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Milton Keynes
Contract: Fixed-term, full-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Friday 6 November

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Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Here are a few of the benefits we offer:

28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments
Choice of pension schemes
75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
Private Healthcare (subject to T&Cs)
5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
Gym Pass -access to gyms across UK
My Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discount

To find out more explore Working for Network Rail. Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information. Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know and we'll do our best to assist you. Below are some examples of adjustments we can make:

Changing a provision, practice or 'the way things are done'
For example, we can give candidates extra time to complete online, tasks or interviews as needed.
Changing a physical feature of our workplace
For example, office/room layout can be adapted to accommodate individual needs.
Providing extra equipment or assistance
For example, we can provide sign language interpreters and support workers where needed. Alternative document formats can be made available.

There are lots of other adjustments we can consider, please just ask! If you have any questions or would like to speak the Resourcing Team, please contact RSResourcing@networkrail.co.uk

The role

You'll bring strong Power BI capability, excellent data management skills and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for automation and process improvement. Most importantly, you'll have the energy, initiative and drive to continually improve how we work, helping us deliver accurate, reliable and timely information to our customers.

The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in producing high-quality outputs and is motivated by finding smarter, more efficient ways of working.

Contract type: 6 month fixed term contract- please note this role has the potential to be extended or made permanent depending on business requirements
Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week
Band & Salary: Band 5 - £30,110.00 pro rata to reflect contract terms
Location: The Quadrant: MK (please note for this role you must live within 75 minutes of the location)
Working pattern: Hybrid working: this role permits hybrid working, employees are expected to work from a Network Rail location for minimum of 60% of their weekly hours, typically minimum 3 days for full-time roles.
Closing date: Friday 6th November 2026. Please note, this role may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

What you'll do

You'll be responsible for gathering, analysing and maintaining training-related data from a range of systems, creating a reliable source of information on training delivery, performance and associated costs.
You'll keep training information and reporting tools up to date, ensuring stakeholders have access to accurate data and regular KPI reporting.
You'll help maintain high-quality data across our training systems, improving accuracy, consistency and completeness to support informed decision-making.
You'll investigate and respond to training-related data queries, providing clear insights and information drawn from available systems.
You'll analyse data processing and reporting activities, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and enhance how data is managed and reported.
You'll act as a subject matter expert for reporting and data modelling tools, providing guidance and support to help users make the most of available reporting capabilities.

What are we looking for?

Experience of data management quality processes
Experience of systems and software engineering processes and procedures
Strong analytical skills
Expert user level in database and spreadsheet construction, analysis and maintenance capability
Proven ability to work systematically and meet deadlines

What could set you apart when applying?

Knowledge of Systems Development Life Cycle models

Please note: The criteria outlined in this advert reflect the specific requirements of this role. The attached job description provides full details of the role's responsibilities, essential and desirable criteria and should be considered alongside this information.

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Industry: Transportation

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About the company & team

Join Network Rail! Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.

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