Home England Graduate Programme

Job Description

Graduate Programme – Geospatial Analyst (Fixed Term, 2 Years)

Location:

Bristol, South West England, BS1 6EH

Liverpool, North West England, L3 1BP

Manchester, North West England, M1 6EU

Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England, NE4 5BZ

Salary: £30,378
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: 2 years
Working Pattern: Full-time, Flexible Working Available
Number of Positions Available: 1

About the Role

As a participant in our Graduate Programme, you will gain the skills to develop your strategic thinking, project management, problem-solving, and leadership abilities. You will undertake placements within your chosen profession, managing projects from day one. Depending on your specific role, you may be involved in acquiring or disposing of land, investing in infrastructure, or collaborating with partner organisations. You will have responsibility for your own projects and work with the support of a placement manager, a buddy, and access to coaches or mentors. By the end of the programme, we’ll help you transition into a role aligned with your career goals.

About the Geospatial Profession

In Homes England, our Geography profession provides critical geographical insights that contribute to better decision-making. You will work in our Geospatial team, using geographic data, tools, and analysis to guide decision-making, particularly in areas like regeneration and housing development. You will focus on developing geospatial capabilities, including spatial analysis, data modelling, and visualisation, while contributing to the agency’s objectives.

By the end of the programme, you will have gained significant experience with geospatial data management, analysis, and 3D geospatial technologies. You’ll work with talented geospatial professionals and develop a broad skill set to support your future career.

Person Specification

We are looking for motivated, innovative individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of housing and regeneration. You should be a problem solver, a strong relationship builder, and commercially minded. You will be driven by the desire to make a difference in the world of housing and regeneration.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

A degree (or equivalent relevant postgraduate qualification) in Geography, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), or Science GISci.

The right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme (please note, Homes England does not offer visa sponsorship).

Please Note: Your application must be written in your own words and not generated by AI tools such as ChatGPT.

Benefits

Homes England offers a competitive benefits package, including:

Holiday: 33 days of annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays.

Flexible Working: A culture of flexibility to support a healthy work/life balance, with various working patterns available.

Health and Wellbeing: Health screening, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, and access to Occupational Health.

Professional Development: We are committed to your ongoing development and will pay for one job-related professional membership subscription per year.

Family-Friendly Benefits: Generous maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave options.

Additional Information

Selection Process: Candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check.

Pre-employment Checks: A pre-employment Personal Identity and Vetting Report will be carried out if you are successful.

Diversity and Inclusion: Homes England values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Nationality Requirements: Open to UK, Commonwealth, and European Economic Area (EEA) nationals, and certain non-EEA nationals. For more information, see the Nationality Requirements.

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page.

Contact

If you have any questions about the role, please contact our recruitment team at:
Email: Recruitmentinfo@homesengland.gov.uk

Homes England is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants. We encourage diverse candidates to apply and will support candidates through reasonable adjustments where necessary.

Please be aware that once this job closes, the job advert will no longer be available, so be sure to apply before the deadline.