Data Analyst

ComReg Overview

ComReg is the statutory body responsible for regulating fixed and mobile communications, postal and premium rate services in Ireland since 1997.

Our mandate is to create a competitive marketplace, to protect and inform consumers, and to encourage innovation.

This is an exciting time of growth for ComReg as we are shortly to be given new responsibilities from Government covering digital matters arising from EU legislation that includes: the 2022 Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2), the Critical Entities Resilience (CER) Directive – addressing cybersecurity and network resilience – plus the EU Data Act Regulation, and the European Accessibility Act (EAA).

We are a professional, multi-disciplinary organisation, operating in a dynamic electronic communications environment that is constantly evolving.

While the role of regulation is evolving, our fundamental mission remains the same. ComReg aims to facilitate the development of a competitive electronic communications sector in Ireland attracting investment, encouraging innovation and empowering consumers to choose and use communications services with confidence.

Market Framework Division

Within ComReg, the Market Framework Division is responsible for a number of ComReg’s regulatory functions, including:

•  The management of Ireland’s spectrum resource, which includes the assignment of radio spectrum and maintaining the integrity of Ireland’s radio spectrum by monitoring, compliance and enforcement activities.
•  Management of Ireland’s National Numbering Scheme
•  Evaluating the resilience, security and integrity of electronic communications networks and including compliance activities to ensure operators of electronic communications networks and services meet legal obligations with regard to security measures.
•  Conducting surveillance of relevant radio equipment devices to protect end users and inform them of the risks presented by purchasing non-compliant products.

Economics Unit

Within Market Framework, the Economics Unit is responsible for, among other things providing economic support to the regulatory activities across the Division. This includes economic assessment relating to all spectrum management, numbering, licensing, product safety, network operations and security activities. To fulfil this role, the Unit was established to provide economic support for all relevant projects and an advisory role on all economic matters within the Division.

•  Assessing potential policy options for regulatory interventions using economic techniques and analysis.
•  Drafting documentation that is rational, evidence-based, clear and concise, with a particular emphasis on conducting Regulatory Impact Assessments to assess the likely effect of a proposed new regulation  or regulatory change.
•  Conducting data analysis using excel, R and ArcGIS, which depending on the project can included graphical, statistical and mapping analysis.

The role and responsibilities

We are looking to recruit a Data Analyst for the Economics Unit. Reporting to the Manager (Economic and Data Modelling), this role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to work with a team of economists in conducting data analysis regarding the regulation of electronic communications markets in Ireland, with a particular emphasis on modelling and impact assessments.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the integrity and effectiveness of the data analysis of the team, and function as the expert in data analysis within the team. However, the Data Analyst may also contribute more broadly as required by projects (e.g., conducting economic analysis, project management duties).

The Data Analyst will have a deep appreciation and understanding of a range of analytic tools, the ability to communicate the insights exposed by data analytics through means of data visualisation, documentation and verbally. Additionally, this candidate will demonstrate adaptability and an eager appetite to learn new techniques and applications, continually optimise and seek efficiencies in how data is managed and governed.

They will:

•  Deliver high quality data analytic insights, involving the use of quantitative analysis techniques, policy analysis, data collection and analytics, document reviews and presentations;
•  Lead the planning and implementation of various projects, including developing project plans, monitoring project progress and updating with project stakeholders;
•  Help optimise data governance policies and supporting documentation, data catalogue maintenance, data dictionaries and other supporting process and policy documents relating to the effective management of data within the team;
•  Ensure appropriate processes are in place for data collection, validation, analysis and reporting in line with ComReg’s various data standards and policies.
•  Provide guidance, support and assistance to other business teams in developing appropriate analysis and analytical capabilities for decision making;
•  Perform other duties as required (conducting economic analysis and/or project management).

Qualifications and Experience required

Essential

•  Relevant qualification in, data analytics, data science, economics or other equivalent qualification.
•  At least 3 years post-graduate experience in a role that involved conducting data science or analysis.
•  Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solid practical background in the application of quantitative and qualitative analysis within a regulatory and/or business environment.
•  Experience producing data analysis and drafting documents for publication, individually or as part of a team.
•  Ability to conduct data analysis and modelling using Excel and R.

Desirable

•  Postgraduate qualification in economics, data analytics, data science or other equivalent qualification.
•  Experience conducting economic analysis, or a background in economics or policymaking (e.g., working on economic or regulatory projects and/or advising a sector-specific regulator or governmental organisation).
•  Experience conducting economic or data modelling using R and using code management tools (e.g., GitHub) and other data analysis tools (e.g., PowerBI, ArcGIS).
•  Experience in data governance.
•  Experience working on automated processes with data and extracting insight from data.

Core Competencies & Skills for the Role

Analytical & Critical Thinking: Objectively analyses and evaluates information in order to identify patterns between situations that are not obviously related. Develops and clearly articulates solutions to complex problems.

Drafting Uses a logical structure to draft documents. Communicates complex and technical information clearly and concisely. Ensures key messages are understood and have the desired impact on the target audience.

Teamwork: Promotes and enhances team performance through working collaboratively and in cooperation with others to achieve goals. Interacts in a manner that builds respect and fosters trust.

Technical Knowledge & Continuous Improvement: Possesses a command over the technical and professional skills for a particular discipline. Keeps an open mind. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement.

Our Package

We are offering an attractive package:

•  Salary € 63,470.64 – € 87,654.93* (entry will be at the minimum point and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.)
•  Dublin city centre location – IFSC
•  Blended working environment – 2 days in the office (flexibility for more days may be required depending on business needs)
•  28 days Annual Leave per year increases with service
•  Attractive pension scheme
•  Fully paid Maternity, Paternity and Parent’s leave
•  Income protection scheme
•  Education assistance and Training Opportunities
•  Professional membership fee pay
•  ComReg Wellbeing Programme –Wellbeing and Respect Charter | Commission for Communications Regulation
•  Online gym
•  Travel tax saver scheme, Access to Cycle to Work Scheme
•  Access to Employee Assistance Programme
•  Access to a member run sports and social club

*(entry will be at the minimum point and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.)

Check out the Recruitment section of our Careers website if you have any questions or need further information about the role or the recruitment process -https://www.comreg.ie/about/careers/recruitment-faq/

Please Note (1)

We hope that our recruitment process supports applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We understand that having a diverse workforce contributes to making us stronger as an organisation. We are committed to positively supporting candidates with disabilities.

Please let us know if there are any reasonable accommodations we can make to enable you to take part in the process by creating the environment to give you the best opportunity to show your strengths and competencies. Rest assured that whatever information you disclose will only be used to enable us to provide the necessary support and will never have a bearing on the outcome of the process.

Please Note (2)

ComReg assesses all applicants fairly based on the requirements for the role. Due to the high volume of applications we receive for positions, we are unable to provide feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If you are short-listed for interview, and are subsequently unsuccessful, you can request verbal feedback from your recruitment contact – if you are represented by an agency.