Information Analyst

NWSSP Legal & Risk Services; Nantgarw; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A key public health organization in Wales seeks an Information Analyst to support the NHS Wales Decarbonisation Programme. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and numerical skills, contribute to data analysis, and communicate complex information effectively. The role offers excellent development opportunities within a collaborative team environment. Knowledge of NHS Wales and the ability to speak Welsh are desirable.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working options

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Education to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of IT tools such as SQL, Python, R, and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to analysis of Decarbonisation projects.
• Review complex data and accurately present information.
• Communicate data issues effectively.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree level education

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Job description

If you are looking to join NWSSP, please see the additional information below that may be of interest to you: -

Our “Benefits” video has been created to highlight and showcase some of the benefits of working for the NHS and NWSSP:- https://youtu.be/zX3x046SDhg

The “Tops Tips – Be Yourself” video has been designed to support candidates applying for roles with NWSSP. We have outlined 8 key steps to help candidates articulate their capabilities and experience when completing applications with NWSSP. https://youtu.be/qe3ibY8b6m4

Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English

The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2025/2026 and will be implemented in August 2025 with arrears backdated to 1st April 2025 where applicable.

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate professional to join NWSSP as an Information Analyst. The post will play a key role in the continued effective delivery of the NHS Wales Decarbonisation Strategic Delivery Plan, working within a well-established small team, predominantly supporting the Decarbonisation Programme. Situated within the Transformation Management Office, the Information Analyst will be integral in the continued success of NWSSP. The individual must have excellent analytical and numerical skills to uncover insights, producing intelligence that will impact across NHS Wales. The role will require work at all levels across NWSSP, Health Boards, Trusts and Welsh Government. An understanding of NHS Wales and the relationship NWSSP has with Health Boards and Trusts would be advantageous. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate contribute to analysis within the Decarbonisation programme and projects, reviewing complex data, communicating data issues and accurately analyse, interpret and present information to inform all aspects of work. The candidate will influence the development of relevant datasets to appropriately reflect the information needs of current NHS Wales initiatives. In addition they will play an integral role within wider projects involving collaborations with other NWSSP divisions, NHS Wales organisations and Welsh Government. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team, offering excellent development opportunities.

Working for our organisation

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

Detailed Job Description And Main 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

Person specification

Essential Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Educated to degree level / equivalent level of work experience and knowledge.
• Knowledge of IT tools/systems such as SQL, Python, R, Power BI and other BI tools and web technologies
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of the current strategic direction of NHS Wales specifically Prudent Healthcare and the Value based agenda.
• Modelling and other advanced analytical techniques.
• Knowledge of the Net Zero / Decarbonisation / Sustainability agenda
  
  

Essential Experience

Essential criteria

• Proven record of delivery in an information-based environment
• Experience of working to deadlines in a customer focused environment
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working within a project structure
• Experience within a Health Informatics environment
  
  

Essential Skills

Essential criteria

• Highly developed analytical, interpretational and comparative skills capable of dealing with highly complex and sensitive information.
• Ability to work on multiple complex tasks simultaneously and produce high quality work within tight deadlines and within resource constraints
• Ability to communicate with staff at all levels, with excellent verbal, written and presentational communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and organise / prioritise own workload to operate effectively
• Advanced IT and analytical skills
• Maintain effective team working and working relationships both internal and external to the organisation
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Leadership/ motivational skills
• Spoken or written Welsh language
  
  

We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities.

If you are short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.

Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.

When applying for this post it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Applicant requirements

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

• NWSSP Information Analyst JD English (PDF, 496.3KB)
• NWSSP IA B5 Cymraeg (PDF, 776.5KB)
• Functional Requirements IA Billingual (PDF, 640.5KB)
• NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice (PDF, 696.3KB)
• NWSSP - About Us (PDF, 6.6MB)
• NWSSP - Our Benefits 2023 (PDF, 487.5KB)
• NWSSP - Buddion (PDF, 491.0KB)
• PCGC -Amdanom (PDF, 6.7MB)
• Guidance Notes for Applicants April 2024 (PDF, 278.7KB)
• IMTP Summary 2024-2027 (PDF, 13.7MB)
• IMTP Summary 2024-2027 - Cymraeg (PDF, 13.7MB)
  
  

Further details / informal visits contact

Name Sarah Ferrier Job title Assistant Head of Project Management Office Email address [e-mail]