Business Intelligence Specialist | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK is looking for a Business Intelligence Specialist to enhance productivity and support decision-making through advanced data analysis. The role involves developing systems to monitor efficiency, presenting findings to stakeholders, and supporting cost improvement initiatives. Excellent communication and analytical skills are required to effectively influence decision-making across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience in data analysis and performance monitoring.
• Ability to design reporting mechanisms and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret complex datasets for performance monitoring.
• Develop predictive systems for proactive performance management.
• Design and maintain data reporting mechanisms and dashboards.
• Present analytical findings to senior audiences.
• Lead on capacity planning and market assessments.

Skills

Analysis of complex datasets

Communication skills

Performance management

Data reporting

Job description

TheBusiness Intelligence Specialist (BIS) is a key member of the Women’s & Children’s Clinical Management Group (CMG) at the University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL). The role focuses on producing, developing, and promoting a wide range of statistical information to support improved productivity, efficiency, and performance management. The postholder will deliver in-depth analysis of complex and multi‑stranded data, providing specialist information, reports, and recommendations to inform decision‑making and enable the Trust to operate in a commercially viable and performance‑driven way. The BIS will play a central role in presenting robust datasets, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and offering insights that inform strategic and operational planning. The BIS is responsible for providing accurate analysis of efficiency and productivity data across the CMG, developing proactive systems to monitor and improve performance, building credibility through robust and transparent analysis. The role involves designing and implementing systems to ensure continuous review and improvement, developing reporting mechanisms, and communicating complex information effectively to both clinical and non‑clinical teams. The postholder will lead on strategic analysis to enhance productivity, advise project teams on data collection and usage, and contribute to cost improvement programmes by identifying efficiency opportunities. They will also support capacity planning, market assessments, and forecasting activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for presenting sensitive or complex data persuasively and for fostering collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret highly complex datasets to monitor performance, productivity, and efficiency across CMG services.
• Develop intelligent and predictive systems that enable proactive performance management.
• Design and maintain data reporting mechanisms and dashboards to support evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations confidently to senior clinical and non‑clinical audiences.
• Lead on the development of capacity planning, market assessment, and forecasting models.
• Work closely with other Business Intelligence and Informatics teams to complement existing services and enhance data‑driven insights.
• Support cost improvement initiatives through innovative use of data and analytics.
• Conduct investigations into sensitive areas of performance and provide evidence‑based solutions.
• Uphold standards in data accuracy, confidentiality, and communication, ensuring outputs are aligned with Trust objectives and governance policies.

The role requires a combination of technical expertise, strategic insight, and strong communication skills to influence decision‑making and drive continuous improvement across the organisation.

This advert closes on Monday 29 Dec 2025