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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Business Intelligence Analyst - **Company:** National Health Service - **Location:** Burnley, UK - **Salary:** £61,000.0 - £101,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Big Data, Health Informatics, Data Mining, Data Presentation, Data Structures, Excel Formulas, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables, Raw Data, Power BI, Standard Sql, Service Development Studio, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Data Processing, Performance Monitor, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5856707628 ## About the Role * We are looking for a highly analytical, methodical and detail-oriented person with strong IT skills and advanced Microsoft Office knowledge, particularly Excel. * We need someone with a strong practical understanding of healthcare data and its application to operational decision-making. * You should be able to work independently, take ownership of a portfolio of work, use initiative, identify problems and develop practical solutions. * We are seeking a pragmatic, solutions-focused person who can work strategically while managing competing operational priorities. * Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential, including the ability to explain complex information clearly to non-technical audiences. * Strong collaborative skills are required, with the ability to build effective relationships with clinical, operational and corporate colleagues. * You must show commitment to data quality, confidentiality and information governance. * You must be able to work from an office-based environment and collaborate closely with colleagues. * Ability to travel between our locations where required. * Right to work in the UK; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. * DBS check, where appropriate to the role. * Willingness to undertake further training and professional development. * Proven experience in a data analysis, business intelligence or performance role within a healthcare or public sector environment. * Strong understanding of NHS data sets, coding structures such as SNOMED and ICD-10, and data flows across primary, community and secondary care. * Demonstrable experience in extracting, cleansing and analysing complex datasets. * Experience producing reports and dashboards for senior managers, clinicians and commissioners. * Understanding of information governance and data protection regulations. * Strong practical EMIS Web data extraction and analytical skills. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas and data manipulation. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience of handling large and complex datasets. * Ability to interpret healthcare data and identify meaningful trends, variations and exceptions. * Power BI development and dashboard design skills. * Ability to convert raw data into actionable intelligence. * Strong understanding of data quality and validation. * Ability to produce clear, accurate and visually effective reports and dashboards. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to present complex data clearly to clinical and non-clinical audiences. * Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects independently. * Ability to meet deadlines and respond effectively to changing organisational priorities. * Degree in a numerate, analytical, health-related or information-related subject, or equivalent relevant experience. * Evidence of continuing professional development in data analysis, business intelligence, health informatics or a related field. * Relevant Power BI or Microsoft certification. * Desirable: experience supporting business case development or bid writing through data analysis. * Desirable: knowledge of population health management approaches. * Desirable: familiarity with demand and capacity modelling, service evaluation or predictive analytics. * Desirable: experience developing automated or semi-automated reporting solutions. * Desirable: SQL, R or Python. * Desirable: statistical analysis and/or predictive modelling. * Desirable: knowledge of population health management and healthcare commissioning. * Desirable: postgraduate qualification in health informatics, data science, business intelligence or a related discipline. ## Description * We extract, transform, cleanse and analyse data from clinical systems, commissioning datasets and internal organisational systems. * We develop a detailed understanding of the data held within our systems and how it can support operational and strategic decision-making. * We ensure data is accurate, reliable, appropriately interpreted and fit for purpose. * We identify data quality issues, anomalies, gaps and inconsistencies and work with relevant teams to resolve them. * We maintain documentation relating to data sources, definitions, methodology and reporting processes. * We ensure all data handling complies with information governance, confidentiality and data protection requirements. * We develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of EMIS Web, including extraction and interpretation of clinical, demographic, activity and service-level data. * We extract relevant datasets from EMIS Web to support service monitoring, contractual requirements, performance reporting, population health analysis and service development. * We understand and interpret EMIS Web coding, searches, reporting outputs and underlying data structures to identify meaningful trends and patterns. * We work with clinical and operational colleagues to understand how data is recorded within EMIS Web and how this affects reporting and analysis. * We validate EMIS Web data and investigate anomalies, discrepancies and unexpected results. * We translate EMIS Web data into meaningful reports, dashboards and actionable intelligence for clinical, operational and senior leadership teams. * We identify opportunities to improve the consistency and quality of data recording across services and practices. * We support the development of repeatable and efficient processes for extracting and analysing EMIS Web data. * We take ownership of our developing Business Intelligence capability and help maximise our investment in Power BI. * We lead the initial deployment and development of Power BI, creating dashboards and reporting solutions that meet operational, contractual and strategic requirements. * We develop interactive dashboards that provide clear visibility of KPIs, service activity, performance, workforce information, contractual delivery and other organisational measures. * We work with Service Delivery and Operations colleagues to identify opportunities to replace manual reporting processes with efficient and sustainable BI solutions. * We develop reporting solutions that enable appropriate users to access timely information and reduce reliance on manually produced reports. * We maintain and continuously improve Power BI dashboards as organisational requirements develop. * We ensure BI outputs are accurate, clearly presented and appropriately controlled. * We provide meaningful analysis to support service delivery, contract performance monitoring, workforce planning, business planning and service improvement. * We identify trends, variation, risks, opportunities and areas requiring further investigation. * We translate complex datasets into clear, evidence-based insights for clinical, operational and senior leadership audiences. * We undertake analysis to understand activity, demand, capacity, patient populations, service utilisation and outcomes. * We challenge data and assumptions where appropriate and provide professional interpretation rather than simply presenting figures. * We proactively identify information that may be useful to us rather than relying solely on requests for reports. * We produce high-quality data analysis to support new service development, business cases, contract monitoring and tender submissions. * We support evidence-based bids through analysis of activity, population need, demand, capacity and service performance. * We model population demand, activity forecasts and other relevant measures to support proposed service models. * We provide data to demonstrate performance, outcomes, value and service impact to commissioners and other stakeholders. * We develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI, Excel and other appropriate BI tools. * We produce clear, concise and visually effective reports for a range of audiences. * We use advanced Excel functions, pivot tables, lookups, formulas and other appropriate analytical techniques. * We present information in a way that enables non-technical audiences to understand the key messages and implications. * We develop reporting that focuses on insight and action rather than simply presenting data. * We work closely with our Service Delivery and Operations teams to understand operational requirements and translate them into appropriate data and reporting solutions. * We provide timely intelligence to support service mobilisation, monitoring, performance management and continuous improvement. * We support service leads to understand their performance data and identify areas for improvement. * We attend relevant operational and service meetings where data, performance or reporting expertise would add value. * We develop strong working relationships across the organisation to ensure BI solutions reflect the practical needs of the services being delivered. * We manage and prioritise our own workload with a high degree of autonomy, ensuring organisational priorities and deadlines are met. * We take ownership of the BI function and proactively identify opportunities to improve our use of data and information. * We determine appropriate analytical approaches and reporting solutions based on the needs of the organisation. * We work independently to investigate problems, develop solutions and implement improvements, escalating matters where appropriate. * We avoid unnecessary reliance on established processes where a more efficient, effective or sustainable approach can be developed. * We ensure that independence and autonomy are balanced with effective communication, collaboration and alignment with organisational priorities. 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