HMP Addiewell is a high‑security establishment focused on helping individuals change the direction of their lives.We prioritise addressing offending behaviour through targeted programmes and close work with professionals, while providing education, training and employment opportunities that build practical skills. We also work with community partners to support positive futures after release.

Are you an experienced data, performance or assurance professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for turning information into meaningful action?

We are looking for a Business Intelligence Unit Team Leader to lead our Business Intelligence Unit at HMP Addiewell and play a key role in driving performance, assurance, compliance and continuous improvement across the establishment.

About the role

As Business Intelligence Unit Team Leader, you will lead and develop the BIU team, ensuring the effective delivery of contractual performance, assurance and compliance activities.

You will be responsible for ensuring that performance information is accurate, timely and insightful, providing management with the evidence they need to make informed operational and strategic decisions.

Working closely with operational departments, senior management and external stakeholders — particularly the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) - you will coordinate performance reporting, assurance activity, audits and inspection readiness.

This is a key role within a highly regulated custodial environment, where attention to detail, sound judgement, confidentiality and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Leading, motivating and developing the Business Intelligence Unit team.
• Acting as a key point of contact with the SPS Controllers Team on performance, compliance and reporting.
• Coordinating the contract performance and assurance framework, including KPIs, standards and improvement plans.
• Producing, analysing and presenting accurate management information and performance reports.
• Monitoring and validating performance data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinating audits, compliance reviews and assurance activities.
• Tracking audit and inspection findings and ensuring corrective actions are completed.
• Supporting the establishment’s readiness for internal and external inspections, including HMIPS.
• Working collaboratively across departments to improve performance, governance and service delivery.
• Promoting a culture of accountability, evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who can combine strong analytical capability with effective people leadership.

You should have:

• Experience leading, managing or supervising a team.
• A strong understanding of performance management frameworks, KPIs and service delivery standards.
• Experience analysing and presenting complex performance data and management information.
• Proven experience producing accurate reports for a range of audiences.
• Experience coordinating or overseeing audits, compliance checks or assurance processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An understanding of governance, compliance and organisational assurance.
• The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Power BI or similar reporting tools.

Experience within a public sector, custodial or highly regulated environment would be advantageous, as would knowledge of contractual performance management, HMIPS inspection requirements, continuous improvement and data protection legislation.

Why this role matters

This is more than a reporting role. You will help provide assurance that services are being delivered effectively, ensure the organisation is prepared for scrutiny and inspection, and turn performance information into opportunities for improvement.

Your work will directly support contractual compliance, operational assurance, informed decision-making and continuous improvement across HMP Addiewell.

If you are a confident leader with a strong analytical mind, excellent attention to detail and the ability to build effective relationships across an organisation, we would like to hear from you.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.