Head of Analytical Services

NHS; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health board in Wales seeks a Head of Analytical Services to lead the analytics function. The role will focus on transforming data into actionable insights to improve patient care and service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree, experience in healthcare analytics, and leadership skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Paid mandatory training

Qualifications

• Experience in leading data analytics and modelling in a healthcare environment.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Expertise in advanced analytical methods and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative analytics solutions.
• Champion the use of advanced analytics and predictive modelling.
• Oversee the design and delivery of analytical tools.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Advanced analytical methods

Education

Masters degree in Data Science or relevant field

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Analytical Services to lead our analytics function. This is a pivotal role at the heart of transforming how data drives decision-making across the organisation, ensuring high-quality insights to support both operational delivery and strategic ambitions.

Reporting to the Head of Information Management and Analytics and accountable to the Deputy Director of Digital, Data and Technology (Chief Information Officer), you will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative analytics solutions and embed a data-driven culture across the Health Board.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direction to the Health Board's analytics teams, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Champion the use of advanced analytics, predictive modelling, and data science to improve patient care, service delivery and strategic planning.
• Oversee the design and delivery of analytical tools and products to support clinicians, managers, and executives in decision-making.
• Represent the Digital, Data and Technology Directorate at internal and external forums, including NHS Wales and Welsh Government.
• Ensure effective use of the NHS Wales National Data Resource (NDR), maximising opportunities from emerging technologies such as the Google Cloud Platform.
• Lead staff development, creating an environment that supports innovation, learning, and professional growth.

Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac

We are looking for an experienced leader with:

• A Masters degree (or equivalent by experience) in a relevant field such as Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or Operational Research.
• Significant experience in leading data analytics and modelling in a healthcare or similarly complex environment.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights that drive change.
• Expertise in advanced analytical methods and tools (such as SQL, Python, R, or GCP).
• Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills with a track record of managing high-performing teams.

Welsh language skills are desirable.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of analytics in healthcare across NHS Wales. At ABUHB, you will work alongside passionate and committed colleagues, contributing directly to improvements in patient care and organisational performance.

We offer:

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Flexible and supportive working arrangements.
• The chance to be at the forefront of data-driven transformation in healthcare.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Masters level in a relevant field (e.g. Computer Studies, Data Science, Operational Research, Mathematics, Statistics) or equivalent level of demonstrable knowledge and experience.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of advanced analytics, mathematical modelling and Operational Research within healthcare settings.
• Comprehensive understanding of NHS structures, policies, and data system
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the application of mixed methods evaluation (eg qualitative and quantitative methods).

Experience

• Significant experience in a senior leadership role involving data analytics, modelling, and strategic planning
• Proven track record of delivering impactful analytical solutions to support organisational decision-making.
• Experience in designing and implementing training programs to build analytical capabilities
• Substantial experience working at a senior level involving research, data analysis and data science
• Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency partnership working with a range of stakeholders.

Skills

• Advanced keyboard skills in data analysis, statistical modelling, discrete, event simulation and programming (e.g., GCP tools, SQL, Python, R).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Deputy Director, DDaT/Chief Information Officer