Business Intelligence Analyst

University of Southampton Malaysia; Southampton; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks a Business Intelligence Analyst to leverage data science within the National Institute for Health and Care Research. You will engage with stakeholders, manage data requests, and contribute to research funding with a focus on analytical skills. This full-time role offers a hybrid working model with a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Focus on employee wellbeing

Support for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and analysing data, with the ability to interpret findings effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data cleaning and analysis.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to organise and prioritise work independently.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with stakeholders to refine data requirements and define project scopes.
• Responding to data requests, providing accurate and timely reports.
• Managing insight projects to ensure they deliver value and impact.
• Improving processes by identifying and addressing inefficiencies.

Skills

Data management

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Trend identification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Do you want a role where your analytical skills drive real change? Are you confident in delivering insights that inform key decisions? If so, we want to hear from you!

We’re looking for a Business Intelligence Analyst to join the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Coordinating Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape how we use data to improve health and social care research.

Who are we?

The NIHR is the UK’s largest funder of health and social care research, supporting life-changing advancements in health and social care delivery. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in leveraging data science to shape the future of research funding.

Further information can be found at: www.nihr.ac.uk. You are encouraged to review our operational priorities and watch this introductory video.

What will you be doing?

As a Business Intelligence Analyst within our Insight Team, you’ll support the collection, analysis, and communication of data to inform NIHR’s strategy, policy, and operations. You’ll also help enhance the team’s four core services:

• Data Service – Supporting data-driven decision-making
• Information Request Service – Responding to urgent and routine data queries
• Portfolio Analysis Service – Identifying research trends and gaps
• Research & Evaluation Service – Evaluating the impact of NIHR-funded research

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Engaging with stakeholders to refine data requirements and define project scopes
• Responding to data requests, providing accurate and timely reports
• Managing insight projects to ensure they deliver value and impact
• Improving processes by identifying and addressing inefficiencies

Who are we looking for?

Skills

We’re seeking an analytical thinker with strong data management skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Essential qualities include:

• Experience in managing and analysing data, with the ability to interpret findings effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data cleaning and analysis
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to organise and prioritise work independently
• Excellent communication skills, capable of building strong stakeholder relationships
• Ability to identify trends and insights to support evidence-based decision-making

Desirable experience includes knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

What can we offer you?

We value our staff and offer a generous benefits package (full details available), along with a focus on your wellbeing, as reflected by our Gold award from the Mind Workplace Wellbeing awards for five consecutive years.

Our hybrid working approach supports work-life balance, with an expectation of around 20% office presence. We also support personal development through various initiatives.

This role is offered full-time, but part-time working with a minimum of 28 hours per week is possible.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact [e-mail].

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Further Details

• Job Description and Person Specification

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We promote diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We offer flexible working arrangements and support for staff and students.

Application deadline: 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance, contact Recruitment at [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.