Specialist Analyst (NDP Assurance Officer)

Ayrshire; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is looking for a Specialist Analyst to join their team as an Assurance Officer. This role involves ensuring compliance and secure data handling within the NDP programme. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in business process evaluation and effective communication, helping to simplify complex technical information. With flexible working options and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to contribute to vital health and social care initiatives while enjoying a range of benefits including NHS discounts and generous leave policies. If you're passionate about data security and compliance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working and hybrid options

NHS pension scheme

Salary progression and annual reviews

27 days annual leave + 8 public holidays

NHS discounts and additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in implementing and evaluating business processes from an information assurance perspective.
• Understanding of legal frameworks affecting information assurance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support information assurance within the NDP programme, ensuring compliance and secure data handling.
• Work within the NTS Assurance Team to support data accountability and security.

Skills

Business Process Evaluation

Information Assurance

Legal Framework Understanding

Information Governance Knowledge

Effective Communication

Networking Skills

Self-Organization

Job description

Specialist Analyst (NDP Assurance Officer)

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Job Details

Location: Flexible throughout Scotland (remote and hybrid options supported)

Work Pattern: Fixed Term, Full Time, 37 hours/week

Duration: Until 31/03/2026 (NHS secondment or fixed-term consideration)

About Us

NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is dedicated to workforce development, education, and digital transformation in Scottish health and social care. Our Technology Service is focused on innovative, cloud-based digital services aligned with Scottish Government strategies.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Assurance Officer to support information assurance within the NDP programme, ensuring compliance and secure data handling. You will work within the NTS Assurance Team to support data accountability, transparency, and security.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in implementing and evaluating business/management processes from an information assurance perspective
• Understanding of legal frameworks affecting information assurance
• Knowledge of Information Governance and Data Protection beneficial
• Effective communicator, capable of simplifying complex technical information
• Collaborative with strong networking skills
• Honest, compassionate, tactful, and persuasive
• Self-organized with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Flexible working and hybrid options
• NHS pension scheme
• Salary progression and annual reviews
• 27 days annual leave + 8 public holidays
• NHS discounts and additional benefits

Inclusion & Diversity

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, encouraging applications from all candidates, including those returning from career breaks or transitioning from other fields. For initial discussions, contact [e-mail].

Next Steps

• Consideration for NHS candidates on secondment basis; discuss with current employer
• Remote recruitment process; initial remote work, with office attendance as needed
• Interviews: 28th & 29th May 2025, including a 10-minute presentation (topic provided later)

For more details, see the Job Information Pack. Deadline: 23:59 on the closing date. CVs not accepted. For queries, contact [e-mail].

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Business Development and Sales
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare