We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Business Intelligence Analyst with excellent technical and communication skills to join the Business Intelligence Team in the Surgery and Cancer Board.
Main duties of the job
We provide accurate, timely and complex analytical support to the Board, turning data into meaningful information that all aspects of the business (quality, access standards, productivity, activity, income, research) can utilise to make evidence-based decisions and drive improvements. As such, strong Excel skills, an attention to detail and the ability to expertly interrogate relational databases using SQL is essential. Experience of Power BI is also desirable. Applicants should also be experienced in communicating with technical and non-technical colleagues and be able to cater analytical products to a wide range of audiences. Statistical analysis skills or openness to learn is also desirable.
Whilst the post holder will work closely with the Business Intelligence Partners they should be able to work autonomously, and with minimal supervision where required. The ideal candidate will also possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple and competing priorities to meet agreed deadlines. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and dedicated team.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Holds a relevant Masters’ degree level qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in an information analysis role
- Experience of working with relational databases
- Experience of using query tool functionality
Desirable
- Experience in an NHS informatics role or other healthcare information environment
- Experience of using Power BI
- Experience of using Epic, including its BI stack, including developing Radar, Slicer Dicer, Reporting Workbench contents
- Membership of a relevant professional organisation (AphA, BCS, DAMA etc.)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- In depth specialist knowledge of information analysis and the use of information in support of business objectives
- Ability to interrogate databases
- Ability to interpret complex data
- Ability to convert data to management information
- Ability to independently interpret the requirements of information users and present detailed, complex reports that can be understood by a wide audience.
- Understanding of data quality issues and how these relate to the organisation as a whole
- Strong SQL (or equivalent) skills
- Intermediate / advanced use of MS Excel
- Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Ability to take responsibility for own workload
Desirable
- Intermediate use of Power BI
- Understanding of income algorithms and financial planning in the NHS
- Understanding of the use of clinical terms and codes within the NHS
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate on issues which can be complex and multi-stranded.
- Ability to train other information staff in the use of information systems and analytical tools
Personal and People Development
Desirable
- Understanding of rules around information governance, protecting patient data security and confidentiality
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the workplace and in service delivery and development
- To treat other staff members and patients with respect
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 15 September 2026
