Data Analyst Level 2

Digital Health and Care Wales; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health data organization in Wales is seeking an enthusiastic Data Analyst to join their team. This role will focus on maximizing data for improved patient care, including analytical support, data processing, and dashboard development. Candidates should possess experience with NHS datasets, SQL, Power BI, and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers flexible working, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to staff recognition.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience with NHS datasets is essential.
• Proficiency in SQL/Big Query for data analysis.
• Ability to develop dashboards using Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and modelling support for data.
• Respond to information requests and run reports.
• Develop dashboards through analytical skills.

Skills

NHS datasets

SQL/Big Query

Power BI

Python/R

Analysing large and sensitive datasets

Managing stakeholder requirements and expectations

Problem solving

Proficient communication (verbal and written)

Job description

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Data Analyst to join our outstanding team within Information Services. This post will play a key role in maximizing the potential of the data we collect, to improve patient care and services across Wales.

The post holder will cover a range of areas, including providing analytical, modelling and data processing support, as well as responding to information requests to provide data, run reports and develop dashboards through the application of analytical and data handling skills. The successful applicant will need to be able to work under pressure, be responsive to fast moving deadlines and maintain positive, constructive relationships with a wide range of individuals and organisations and be able to prioritise their own work.

Experience & Qualifications

Experience and a working knowledge of the following is expected:

• NHS datasets
• SQL/Big Query
• Power BI
• Python/R
• Analysing large and sensitive datasets
• Managing stakeholder requirements and expectations
• Problem solving
• Proficient communication (verbal and written)

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a strong team and can demonstrate a commitment to delivering a high-quality service. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage in exciting work whilst supporting critical workstreams. If you are someone with the drive to improve patient outcomes using data, then this role is perfect for you.

We offer a range of opportunities for continuous professional development with in-house training, workshops and seminars, as well as external training providers.

About DHCW

Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is an expert national body and part of NHS Wales. We work in partnership with NHS Wales colleagues and other key stakeholders to provide national digital and data services which support the delivery of health and social care in Wales. Modern health and care services depend on good digital tools, data and information. DHCW runs or works with more than 100 services and delivers major national digital transformation programmes to support this. In addition, DHCW provides expert advice in relation to cyber security and information governance. We give frontline staff the digital tools which help them provide safer and more efficient care. We are also giving patients and the public digital tools to better manage their own health and wellbeing, empowering people to live healthier lives. We put people at the heart of what we do, working to the highest standards to deliver quality and make digital a force for good in health and care.

Employee Benefits

Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognizing and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Martin Williams Job title: Data Manager Email address: [e-mail]