Data & Insights Analyst

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare organization is seeking a People Data & Insights Analyst in Glasgow. This individual will analyze complex data sets, providing actionable insights and communicating findings effectively. Essential skills include data analysis, proficiency in tools like Tableau and Power Query, and the ability to work collaboratively. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and supports a commitment to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Work-life balance policies

Occupational health services

Qualifications

• Proven experience in analysing and interpreting complex data.
• Strong understanding of structured programming languages for data analysis.
• Proficiency in data visualisation tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret complex data sets to identify trends.
• Provide meaningful insights using advanced analytics tools.
• Communicate insights clearly in customer-focused environments.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Tableau

Power Query

Job description

About The Organisation

National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best-in-class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same – to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland. We do this by working in partnership with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit for purpose solutions and systems, delivering high quality services that help our stakeholders to free up resources so they can be re-invested into essential services.

The Post

An opportunity has arisen within our Human Resources function for a People Data & Insights Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in transforming data into actionable insights that drive informed decision-making. As a People Data & Insights Analyst, you will:

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret complex data sets to identify trends and patterns.
• Leverage a wide range of data sources and advanced analytics tools to provide meaningful insights.
• Present complex information clearly using effective data visualisation techniques.
• Communicate insights in a customer-focused environment, ensuring clarity and impact.
• Support core customers in accessing and analysing diverse data sets.

The Candidate

We are looking for someone with proven experience in analysing and interpreting complex data within a professional setting, coupled with the ability to communicate insights effectively to a range of audiences. You should demonstrate experience and a strong understanding of at least one structured programming language used for data analysis, as well as proficiency in data visualisation tools to produce operational and bespoke reports and dashboards. You will also have experience in developing technical solutions to problems with minimal supervision, applying logical and structured approaches to problem-solving. A solid understanding of report construction and the ability to extract and manipulate data from relevant systems is essential. Experience with Tableau and Power Query is critical for success in this role. Working in a high-volume environment, you will need excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outputs. If you are passionate about data, thrive on solving complex problems, and want to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Location and Working Pattern

Gyle Square, Edinburgh or Delta House, Glasgow. Currently hybrid working Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week. It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. HR Benefits Brochure.

Inclusion

NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national board and, as an anchor institution, it is our ambition to be a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome. We recognise that flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and feel confident about their ability to balance their personal and professional responsibilities. This is supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. NSS has made a long-term commitment to staff health and well-being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health in the workplace. There are a number of equality staff networks in place which all staff are welcome to join. We are also an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As an accredited Disability Confident Leader, it is the aim of NSS to offer a fully accessible and inclusive recruitment service that supports applicants on their candidate journey. If you are interested in any reasonable adjustments, please contact the Recruitment Team on [e-mail].

Further Information

For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Stuart McColl, Senior People Data and Insights Analyst at [e-mail].

Closing date for completed applications is 3rd February 2026.

Further information on NSS is available from: https://www.nss.nhs.scot/

NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.