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Research Officer ( Data Analyst) 194.38 per day (Outside IR35) / 23 Months - Edinburgh Parity is delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who are looking to recruit a on a 23-month contract basis. You will be based in their modern, central Edinburgh offices with potential to work remotely 2 days a week. About the Role We are looking for a Research Officer (Data Analyst) to join the Policy & Research Team. This role would suit an experienced data analyst who enjoys working with complex datasets and using data to support high-quality research and evidence-based reporting. Working directly with the Senior Researcher and Data Analyst, you will support the day-to-day management of research databases, including data input, cleaning, querying, and analysis. You will use advanced Excel skills alongside tools such as Power BI to produce accurate and meaningful analytical reports. Key Responsibilities Support the day-to-day management of research databases and relationships between datasets. Conduct data cleaning, querying, and manipulation. Maintain and develop Excel workbooks used for research and analysis. Use Excel and Power BI to manipulate data and produce analytical reports. Analyse information gathered by wider Inquiry teams for research purposes. Communicate findings clearly and appropriately to a range of stakeholders. Take ownership of individual projects, objectives, and targets. Support the copy-editing and proofreading of reports, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Collaborate with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team. Provide wider support to the Policy & Research Team where required. About You You will have strong practical data analysis experience and confident working with complex, sensitive datasets in a research environment. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential, including experience with Power Query and Macros . You should also be comfortable using data analysis and manipulation tools and technologies such as Power BI, Access, SQL, R and/or Python . You will also have: Experience gathering, managing, manipulating, and analysing complex and sensitive data. Experience working with large-scale research projects and datasets. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data quality and accuracy. Experience working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities. The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Effective communication and presentation skills, with a good command of English. Resilience and the ability to work appropriately with sensitive and potentially distressing subject matter. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to use your data and analytical expertise to support work of significant public importance. You will be working with complex research data and contributing to evidence that will help inform recommendations for future policy and practice. Parity - Better Decisions: Better People Parity Group plc acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency when providing contract recruitment services. We welcome applications from all sections of society and applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the position At Parity, we are committed to protecting your privacy, we will process and hold your CV and use the information you have provided lawfully and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy which can be found at (url removed)

Research Officer (Policy & Research) 194.38 per day (Outside IR35) / 23 Months - Edinburgh Parity is delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who are looking to recruit a on a 23-month contract basis. You will be based in their modern, central Edinburgh offices with potential to work remotely 2 days a week. We are looking for a Research Officer to join the Policy & Research Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced researcher to take ownership of their own projects and contribute to high-quality research within a complex, sensitive, and multidisciplinary environment. Working under the supervision of the Head of Policy and Research, you will analyse information gathered, produce research reviews and evaluate evidence to support. Key Responsibilities Analyse qualitative and quantitative information gathered by wider teams. Produce literature reviews and rapid reviews to inform and guide. Research, identify and obtain relevant information from a range of sources, including historical records, government and local authority records, institutional records, legislation, and published research. Review and evaluate the implementation of public policies. Communicate research findings clearly to a range of stakeholders. Take ownership of individual research projects, objectives, and deadlines. Support the copy-editing and proofreading of reports, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality. Work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team. Provide wider support to the Policy & Research Team as required. About You You will have experience gathering, managing, and analysing complex and sensitive information for research purposes, ideally within large-scale research projects and datasets. You will be highly organised, meticulous, and comfortable working independently while also contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team. The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight timescales is essential. You will also have: Excellent IT skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and Outlook. Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of English grammar and usage. Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality. Experience working on complex, large-scale research projects and datasets. The ability to prioritise effectively according to project requirements and deadlines. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Resilience and the ability to work appropriately with sensitive and potentially distressing subject matter. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to contribute to work of significant public importance, working alongside colleagues from a range of professional disciplines and playing a direct role in research that will inform recommendations for future policy and practice.

Research Officer ( Data Analyst ) 194.38 per day (Outside IR35) / 23 Months - Edinburgh Parity is delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who are looking to recruit a on a 23-month contract basis. You will be based in their modern, central Edinburgh offices with potential to work remotely 2 days a week. About the Role We are looking for a Research Officer (Data Analyst) to join the Policy & Research Team. This role would suit an experienced data analyst who enjoys working with complex datasets and using data to support high-quality research and evidence-based reporting. Working directly with the Senior Researcher and Data Analyst, you will support the day-to-day management of research databases, including data input, cleaning, querying, and analysis. You will use advanced Excel skills alongside tools such as Power BI to produce accurate and meaningful analytical reports. Key Responsibilities Support the day-to-day management of research databases and relationships between datasets. Conduct data cleaning, querying, and manipulation. Maintain and develop Excel workbooks used for research and analysis. Use Excel and Power BI to manipulate data and produce analytical reports. Analyse information gathered by wider Inquiry teams for research purposes. Communicate findings clearly and appropriately to a range of stakeholders. Take ownership of individual projects, objectives, and targets. Support the copy-editing and proofreading of reports, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Collaborate with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team. Provide wider support to the Policy & Research Team where required. About You You will have strong practical data analysis experience and confident working with complex, sensitive datasets in a research environment. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential, including experience with Power Query and Macros . You should also be comfortable using data analysis and manipulation tools and technologies such as Power BI, Access, SQL, R and/or Python . You will also have: Experience gathering, managing, manipulating, and analysing complex and sensitive data. Experience working with large-scale research projects and datasets. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data quality and accuracy. Experience working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities. The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Effective communication and presentation skills, with a good command of English. Resilience and the ability to work appropriately with sensitive and potentially distressing subject matter. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to use your data and analytical expertise to support work of significant public importance. You will be working with complex research data and contributing to evidence that will help inform recommendations for future policy and practice.

Business Analyst - Revenue, 6 months contract, Inside IR35 £2 40 a day. Glasgow - Hybrid role Parity Group are delighted to partner with our client, a prestigious public sector organisation, who is looking to recruit a Business Analyst for a minimum 6-month period, this role will be hybrid with weekly visits to their site in Glasgow. You will receive a daily rate of around £2 40 a day and the contract will see you INSIDE IR35 . About the Role Our client is seeking a motivated Business Analyst to join their Customer Revenue Billing Team, driving innovation and improvement in user-focused billing solutions. You'll play a key role in enhancing business systems and processes, with a particular focus on cloud updates in the CCS platform. This role offers the chance to make a real impact, working collaboratively across teams and developing your skills in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for cloud updates - defining criteria, creating test cases, coordinating sessions, and documenting results. Support financial operations, including ledger reconciliations, billing accuracy, and discrepancy investigations. Identify, design, and deliver process improvements and automation opportunities aligned with business goals. Act as a bridge between business teams, IT, and project leads, ensuring clear and accurate documentation of requirements. Contribute to training, user support, and post-implementation reviews to ensure solutions deliver value. Skills & Experience Strong financial acumen, with experience in accounting practices, reconciliations, and controls. Confident working with data analysis and reporting, with the ability to interpret complex datasets. Advanced Excel skills essential; experience with Power BI and Power Automate highly desirable. Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Highly organised and detail-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to driving improvement. If this sounds like the role for you, please contact me, Lynne Strang, for more information or Parity - Better Decisions: Better People Parity Group plc acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency when providing contract recruitment services. We welcome applications from all sections of society and applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the position At Parity, we are committed to protecting your privacy, we will process and hold your CV and use the information you have provided lawfully and in accordance with our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy which can be found at