Commercial Analyst | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS healthcare provider seeks a candidate to join their Commercial Analytics Team for a data analysis position. Responsibilities include data collation, support for capacity planning, and generating insightful reports using SQL and Excel. The ideal candidate will possess relevant degrees and have experience in data validation and analysis. The Trust is committed to professional development and values diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Wide range of learning and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Pathway to Excellence designation

Qualifications

• Experience with data analysis and report generation.
• Proficiency in SQL for data interrogation.
• Strong skills in Excel, including pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of routine and ad-hoc information.
• Conduct investigations into data anomalies.
• Support the development of new data systems.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Excel

Data validation

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Tools

Data warehouse systems

Job description

Overview

The post-holder will be involved in the collation, processing, analysis, presentation & interpretation of, contract and financial costing information within the Commercial Analytics Team (consisting of Commissioning and Costing functions).

Key to the role will be handling data from a variety of sources in varying formats, performing complex database queries and spreadsheet analyses to generate both routine & ad-hoc reports to support the business, capacity planning and information needs of the Trust.

Please note if you are shortlisted for the post, there will be an on-site assessment held on the 28th and 29th October. Successful candidates at this assessment will then proceed to be interviewed on 4th and 5th November.

Please be advised that a trainee candidate will be considered if a successful band 5 candidate is not appointed. If appointed as a trainee you will be paid at 75% of Band 5 salary (Annex 21) until in competencies are achieved. This would be expected to take 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production and validation of routine and adhoc information (activity and cost information).
• Conduct investigations into significant data anomalies and respond to queries from internal and external sources.
• Assist in data analysis and modelling to support production of capacity plans, contract activity targets and activity costing.
• Interrogate the data warehouse using SQL and interface with Excel, using pivot tables and functions for the purposes of analysis and report generation, presenting Trust data in appropriate formats as requested by the Advanced Commercial Analyst and other managers.
• To support the Trust in the development and implementation of new data systems.
• Work with the other Commercial Analysts in the production and validation of monthly Contract Monitoring (activity and cost information) to tight deadlines.
• Investigate significant contract variances and other queries from Commissioners or the CSU in line with SUS flex and freeze dates, down to individual patient detail.
• Production of routine information for submission to Healthcare Commissioners in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Aid discussion with Commissioners regarding ad-hoc information requirements.
• Liaise with ICB, NHSE and CSU representatives via communication pathways regarding information issues, offer advice and resolve any subsequent queries.
• Identify and action routine and ad-hoc information requirements.
• Conduct the monitoring of Data Quality issues pertaining to Commissioning information, advising when lack of data or validation error is sufficient to prevent reporting pending their resolution.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of national information resources, definitions and policies for utilisation such as: NHS Data Definitions, NHS Payment Scheme, Secondary Uses Service, ICD10, OPCS 4 and HRG Coding conventions and Reference Cost Guidance.
• To provide expert advice and support on complex analysis work, techniques, contract monitoring and related information issues to others in the Trust.

About the Trust

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

Benefits and Development

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Applicant Information

We strongly recommend that applicants evidence how you have met the skills requirement in the supporting information section of your application.

Application Close

This advert closes on Monday 13 Oct 2025