AN OPPORTUNITY is available to play an important role in Local Government.

Allerdale Borough Council is recruiting for a business analyst in its Strategy Policy and Performance team.

A spokesperson for the council said: "The post holder will be working with services to see how waste and inefficiency can be reduced/taken out by using different smarter ways of working and to identify any ‘quick fixes’ that can add value for customers, and staff as we transition to the new authority."

The salary is £21,748.00 to £27,041.00 on a 37 hour permanent contract.

The successful candidate will manage minor projects as required, analyse business issues with appropriate methodologies and techniques and communicate with stakeholders.

Successful candidates are described as: adaptable, challengers, networkers and relationship builders who are service focused.

Candidates have until 15 December 2021 at 17:00pm to submit their application.

More information is available at: www.allerdale.gov.uk/en/jobs including a full description of the role.