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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Performance and Data Insights Manager - **Company:** Ministry of Justice - **Location:** Glasgow, UK - **Salary:** £35,335.0 - £37,847.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Big Data, Information Systems, Data Governance, Data Visualization, R (Programming Language), Information Management, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Software, Power BI, SQL Databases, Working Model 2D, Microsoft Power Automate, Apache Spark, Performance Monitor - **Published:** September 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/ApplicationMethods?jobId=22518&record=22518 ## About the Role * Experience producing performance reports and management information. * Experience analysing data and providing actionable business insights. * Experience working with large datasets and multiple data sources. * Experience developing dashboards and data visualisations * Experience of use of Excel and similar Microsoft Products * Experience of communicating clearly with technical and non-technical audiences. * Experience working in a multi stakeholder environment. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience * Some knowledge of data analysis languages/tools, such as R, SQL, Python, Spark and data visualisation tools, such as Power BI * Experience of working with AWS platforms * Knowledge of the CICA Scheme, A sift based on the lead behaviour, Communicating and Influencing, may be held if a large number of applications are received. If a large number of applications remain after the initial sift, your application will be progressed to a full sift, where all behaviours will then be considered. Behaviours Application Form Question Word Limit 250 Communicating and Influencing Experience We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods, Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace ## Description The Performance Reporting and Data Insights Manager is responsible for delivering high-quality performance reporting, management information, and data-driven insights that support operational and strategic decision-making. The role provides leadership for performance analysis activities, ensuring the organisation can effectively monitor outcomes, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement through evidence-based recommendations. The postholder will manage reporting processes, develop dashboards and analytical products, and work closely with stakeholders to translate complex data into meaningful insights that inform business priorities and performance improvement initiatives. You will have a keen interest in working with data to support operational decision making and strategic oversight. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining and assuring high-quality Performance Management Information system (MIS) that enables teams and senior leaders to monitor effectiveness, identify emerging risks, and measure the impact of preventive controls across repayment regimes. You will work with AWS systems such as quicksight and Microsoft systems such as Power Automate along with other internal data sources to design and maintain dashboards, reports and analytical products. You will ensure data accuracy and integrity, investigate trends or anomalies, and translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insight. Working closely with operational colleagues as well as MOJ technical and analytical colleagues, the role will help shape reporting requirements, support continuous improvement, and promote a strong data driven culture. The ability to communicate findings clearly, challenge constructively and adapt reporting to evolving priorities is essential to supporting CICA's Performance Team., Performance Reporting: * Support the senior Performance manager in the development and production of regular performance reports and management information packs. * Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of performance data and reporting outputs. * Develop and maintain performance frameworks, KPIs, and scorecards aligned to organisational objectives. * Monitor performance against targets and identify emerging risks, opportunities, and trends. * Present performance information in a clear and accessible format for a range of audience. Data analysis and Insights * Analyse complex datasets to identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights * Use statistical and analytical techniques to support evidence-based decision-making. * Produce insight reports that explain business performance and recommend improvement actions. * Support forecasting, trend analysis, and predictive modelling activities where appropriate. * Evaluate the effectiveness of programmes, services, and improvement initiatives through data analysis Stakeholder Management * Act as a trusted advisor to managers and stakeholders on performance and data-related matters. * Build effective relationships with operational teams, corporate functions, and senior leaders. * Gather reporting requirements and translate business needs into analytical solutions. * Support stakeholders in interpreting data and using insights to improve outcomes. Data Quality and Governance * Promote high standards of data quality, accuracy, and integrity. * Implement quality assurance processes for reporting and analysis. * Ensure compliance with organisational data governance, information management, and security requirements. * Support continuous improvement in data collection and reporting practice, * Applicants should provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a Statement of Suitability of no more than 500 words, which demonstrates evidence of the essential criteria for this role. * You will also be asked to provide an example of how you have demonstrated the Communicating and Influencing behaviour (maximum 250 words). Lead Criterion A sift based on the lead behaviour (Communicating and Influencing) may be held if a large number of applications are received. Stage 2 If successful at Stage 1, you will be invited to interview, which will incorporate a technical assessment. At interview you will be asked a number of behaviour and strength-based questions. We will assess you against the behaviours listed below: * Communicating and Influencing * Delivering at pace * Working together * Changing and Improving During the interview, you will be asked to complete a 45 minute technical assessment using a sample performance dataset. You will be required to calculate key performance measures, including month-on-month changes, backlog movements, completion rates and percentage variances using Excel. You will then provide a short overview of your findings highlighting any trends, issues or insights identified from the data. This assessment will look at your: Ability to interpret and analyse performance data Ability to gather insights and conclusions Interviews are likely to take place late October 2026 at our office at 10 Clyde Place, Buchanan Wharf, Glasgow G5 8AQ. Following the closing date, this job advertisement will no longer be available to view. You may wish to retain a copy for your records. A reserve list will be created and will be valid for 12 months. If further vacancies arise for this or similar roles within the organisation, candidates may be appointed from the reserve list in order of merit., The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and / or from home (please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas). All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity. Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Similarly, Hybrid Working will not suit everyone's circumstances. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. For nationally advertised role: all successful candidates will be appointed to the nearest viable office nearest to their home postcode and on its respective pay scale. This will be at either a HQ building (subject to desk allocation, a Justice Collaboration Centre (JCC) or a Justice Satellite Office (JSO) - See Map. All employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office, subject to local estate capacity). For current MoJ employees, your base location will need to be changed to the nearest viable office (to your home postcode), either at a HQ building, JCC or JSO within the National Office Network and moved its location's respective pay scale (any legacy arrangements/locations will need to be amended). Some of MoJ's terms and conditions of service are changing as part of Civil Service reform. The changes will apply to staff joining MoJ who are new to the Civil Service. Staff joining MoJ from other civil service employers will transfer onto the new MoJ terms if they are already on 'modernised' terms in their current post or onto 'unmodernised' MoJ terms if they are on 'unmodernised' terms at their current post. Details will be available if an offer is made. MoJ candidates who are on a specialist grade, will be able to retain their grade on lateral transfer. All candidates who are currently in receipt of Mark Time / Pay Protection should ensure they are familiar with the new policy on permanent and temporary promotion which can be found on the employee intranet. Flexible working hours The Ministry of Justice offers a flexible working system in many offices. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. MoJ welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. 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