Senior Performance Management Analyst

NHS; Brecon; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health board in the UK is seeking a Senior Performance Management Analyst to support the delivery and improvement of corporate performance management frameworks. The role requires strong strategic leadership and experience in performance management, particularly in complex healthcare environments. Applicants with the ability to speak Welsh are encouraged. This position offers the chance to make a positive impact on healthcare services in a scenic area.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge in analytics.
• Significant experience in performance management frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage a team and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Powys Integrated Performance Framework.
• Lead on reporting key performance drivers in the NHS.
• Work with key stakeholders to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Performance management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree level education in analytics

Continuous professional development

Tools

PowerBI

SQL

Job description

Overview

Senior Performance Management Analyst. We are seeking to recruit an individual who can demonstrate strong strategic leadership, has a proven track record of excellence and has a passion for taking forward change.

The post holder will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a robust corporate performance management framework for the Health Board, which is consistent with the Health Board's Strategic Direction and Operational Plan, and actively promote a culture of excellence. This will include assisting the Head of Performance in the implementation of the Board's Integrated Quality and Performance Framework to ensure the implementation of effective reporting systems at all levels of the organisation.

Providing assurance, highlighting any variances in performance and bring performance issues to the attention of the Head of Performance; collating data from a variety of sources, communicating and liaising with managers and clinicians at all levels across Powys Teaching Health Board, and with external partner colleagues.

Main duties

Are you an exceptional individual who can demonstrate strong strategic leadership, has a proven track record of performance management, service development and quality improvement and has a passion for taking forward change? Have you a proven track record of successfully delivering your professional and leadership portfolio, preferably in a rural and integrated health and social care environment?

Are you looking for a role where your natural leadership, drive and determination will shape the successful development, design and delivery of the performance portfolio for Powys Health Board working across NHS Wales and NHS England provider services?

If so, then we can offer you a role as Senior Performance Management Analyst in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK stretching from the Brecon Beacons to the foothills of Snowdonia, from the Marches to the Cambrian Mountains.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy life-work balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: (Career information via Powys Teaching Health Board website).'

Details

Date posted: 24 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £48,527 to £55,532 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 070-AC138-1025

Job locations: Bronllys Hospital, Bronllys, Brecon, LD3 0LU

Job responsibilities

Are you passionate about driving excellence in healthcare? Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking as part of a new role a dynamic and experienced Senior Performance Management Analyst to join our team.

Key duties included:

• Ongoing development and implementation of the Powys Integrated Performance Framework.
• Working with key stakeholders to support and challenge all aspects of services improving patient outcomes through appropriate use of key performance and analysis work.
• Leading on the provision of robust, timely reporting of key performance drivers of the NHS.
• Working with the PTHB Digital teams utilising skills in PowerBI, SQL
• Playing a key role in service demand and capacity workstreams.

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

Qualifications and/or Knowledge - Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of knowledge and experience in the field of analytics and performance management
• Evidence of continuous professional development at senior management level and record of development
• Excellent knowledge of NHS services and information systems
• Significant knowledge of performance management at post graduate level, across multiple complex commissioning pathways spanning and involving multiple organisational and geographical boundaries

Experience - Essential

• Significant experience in an information/performance management role
• Significant experience of performance management frameworks and processes in a large complex organisation
• Understanding of the NHS Wales performance management process
• Experience of developing and implementing performance management systems
• Significant experience of managing a team and supervising staff
• Presentation skills
• Ability to manage a complex workload under pressure and delegate to meet deadlines
• Excellent People Management skills

Aptitude and Abilities - Essential

• Proven work record of consistently achieving high standards and delivering objectives and priorities
• High level analytical skills and ability to draw conclusions from combinations of qualitative and quantitative information sources and present in a concise manner
• Ability to deal with contentious data and information, able to weigh up conflicting perspectives and make sound judgements
• Ability to communicate effectively using excellent communication skills, including strong report writing and presentation skills
• Ability to perform and deliver under pressure
• Ability to prioritise work within a pressured environment
• Able to act independently and on own initiative
• Ability to deal with confidential issues in a professional and sensitive manner
• Knowledge, understanding and application of Equal Opportunities

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values

• Demonstrate PTHB Values

Other

• Knowledge of Performance management systems, tools, and best practice
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving expertise
• Clear leadership skills, influencing and team building skills
• Excellent analytical skills to develop, read, interpret, and disseminate complex information to others
• Highly developed judgement and decision making skills
• Ability to undertake regular travel to other locations within the organisation and beyond

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (text only).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here criminal records checks for overseas applicants (text only).

Employer details

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address: Bronllys Hospital, Bronllys, Brecon, LD3 0LU

Employer's website: pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/