Lead Analyst

About the company

MERJE are proud to be working exclusively with the Enforcement Conduct Board (ECB) on the appointment of a Lead Analyst.

Launched in November 2022, the ECB is an independent oversight body working to ensure that everyone subject to enforcement action in England and Wales is treated fairly. It oversees enforcement agents and the wider enforcement industry, independently of both government and industry.

Why the ECB’s Work Matters The ECB works to raise standards, improve accountability, protect people in vulnerable circumstances and promote fair, ethical enforcement. Robust data and evidence are central to identifying emerging risks, understanding industry performance and supporting effective oversight.

Your tasks

The Role: Lead Analyst

This is an opportunity to build and shape the ECB’s analytical capability within a growing, purpose-led organisation. You will develop high-quality analysis, management information and practical digital solutions that help the ECB understand risk, monitor compliance and make evidence-based decisions.

Working across compliance, complaints, policy and the wider organisation, you will translate complex information into accessible insight. This is a hands-on position combining data analysis, through development of new tools and processes, and wider oversight activity, including occasional support at on-site reviews of firms.

• Develop and manage an industry-wide six-monthly data return process linked to ECB firm standards.
• Build and maintain a data-led risk assessment framework to support the ECB’s oversight strategy.
• Generate insight from available data for the ECB Board, external stakeholders and internal teams.
• Create dynamic performance dashboards using Power BI or comparable business intelligence tools for oversight and complaints functions.
• Identify responsible, practical uses of AI to improve efficiency, consistency and quality.
• Bring together intelligence from compliance, complaints and policy to support trend analysis and organisational learning.
• Contribute flexibly to wider oversight work, including on-site firm reviews when required.

Requirements

Essential criteria

• Advanced analytical and data visualisation skills, including Power BI or similar tools.
• Strong problem-solving and data interpretation skills, with the ability to turn complex findings into practical recommendations.
• Experience developing management information, performance reporting, risk frameworks or evidence-based analysis.
• Understanding of AI capabilities and limitations, and how to apply them responsibly.
• Ability to work with non-technical colleagues to translate requirements into useful tools and systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication, prioritisation and independent working skills.
• A curious, proactive and collaborative approach, with enthusiasm for continuous improvement.

Other experience

• Experience in regulation, oversight or compliance.
• Experience working within a small organisation or close-knit team.

What we offer

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £50,000–£60,000.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days.
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, partner and parental leave policies.
• Pension contributions from the ECB at twice the employee contribution, up to a maximum employer contribution of 12% of salary.
• The opportunity to shape analytical capability and make a meaningful social impact.

How to apply

Applications should include a CV (maximum two pages) and answers of no more than 250 words each to the following questions:

• Why do you want to work for the ECB in this role?
• Describe a dashboard, system or analytical tool you have designed or improved. What problem did it solve and how did you ensure it was useful?
• Describe your experience and skill level using advanced analytical tools such as Power BI or similar, with a clear example.
• Application closing date: Friday 20 November 2026.
• Interviews: Anticipated during the week commencing 30 November 2026.
• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and interviews may be brought forward should a suitable shortlist be identified earlier. The ECB therefore reserves the right to close applications ahead of the advertised deadline.

Other

Salary: £50,000–£60,000 | Location: Remote | Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)

Ways of Working The ECB is a remote organisation. The successful candidate will need a dedicated working space and must be willing to travel within the UK as required, potentially including overnight stays. Business travel expenses are covered. The ECB will discuss any workplace or travel adjustments required. The role is advertised as full-time, but applications seeking flexible working arrangements are welcomed and considered in line with the role’s requirements.

Commitment to Inclusion The ECB welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, particularly those underrepresented in its workforce. Selection is based on merit through a fair and transparent process.