Research Analyst

Contract Assignment: Research Analyst - Government & Social Impact (UK Onsite)

Reference: BH 7213

Hourly Rate: Competitive - DOE - 40 hrs/week

Contract Type: Inside IR35

Duration: 12 months (with potential extension)

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Onsite - London, UK

Must be able to contract via PAYE.

This role does not provide sponsorship - candidates must have existing right to work in the UK and be UK-based.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain large-scale datasets of political and government organisations across international regions.
• Conduct rigorous data quality assurance (QA) reviews to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies.
• Collaborate with partner managers, engineers, and data auditors to support civic data operations.
• Prepare and upload partner data using internal CRM and data systems.
• Use tools such as SQL, Python, and Excel to analyse, clean, and review data at scale.
• Support data activities during elections, escalations, and ad hoc requests.
• Participate in testing and feedback for tools developed by engineering teams.
• Identify data issues, perform root-cause analysis, and contribute to process and policy improvements.
• Drive continuous improvements in data governance and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in data operations, analytics, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, SQL, and Python for data manipulation and querying.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and experience managing large datasets.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to review, audit, and optimise operational workflows.

Preferred Background:

• Experience in the government, elections, or third sector involving civic or political data.
• Background in internal auditing, compliance, or data quality assurance.
• Previous collaboration with engineering or technical teams to scale data tools or workflows.
• Familiarity with international political systems, public policy, or social impact programmes.

Required Qualification(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Government, Political Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)