Senior Data Analyst

About The Role

Ready to take your analytics career to the next level? NHS Professionals is seeking an ambitious and talented Senior Data Analyst to join our growing Data & Analytics team. You ll play a key role in delivering impactful insights, driving business performance, and helping us support the NHS through data-driven decision-making.

As a Senior Data Analyst, you will lead the transformation of complex data into strategic insights that drive organizational decision-making s senior-level position requires mastery of advanced analytical tools including Power BI, SQL, SSRS, and Azure services to deliver comprehensive business intelligence solutions. You will take ownership of end-to-end analytical projects, from identifying and evaluating data sources to presenting actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders.

In this role, you will lead the development of sophisticated data models and analytical frameworks while mentoring junior team members and establishing best practices across the organization. You will be responsible for managing complex, multi-source datasets and conducting advanced statistical analyses that inform strategic planning and operational improvements. Your expertise in Microsoft business intelligence tools and cloud services will enable you to architect scalable solutions and communicate complex analytical findings to diverse audiences, ensuring that insights translate into measurable business outcomes.

To be successful in this post you will need to demonstrate:

• Advanced statistical analysis skills, with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Extensive experience applying a range of analytical and statistical techniques to solve complex business challenges.
• Strong expertise in data modelling, data architecture, and working with large, complex datasets from multiple sources.
• A thorough understanding of data governance, data quality management, and best practice data management principles.
• Experience developing and implementing robust analytical frameworks, methodologies, and reporting solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and build credibility with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Confidence communicating complex analytical findings through compelling data visualisations, reports, and presentations.
• Experience creating accessible and user-focused dashboards and visualisations that support decision-making.
• Advanced coding and technical development skills, including producing high-quality, well-documented, and tested analytical solutions.
• A collaborative approach to developing, reviewing, and improving analytical standards, processes, and shared code repositories.
• Strong understanding of data ethics, information governance, privacy requirements, and risk management principles.
• Experience identifying, assessing, and managing data-related risks while ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timescales.
• Experience leading complex analytical projects from conception through to implementation and evaluation.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, with a passion for developing the skills and confidence of junior analysts.
• The ability to lead and influence multidisciplinary teams, navigating competing priorities and stakeholder perspectives effectively.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and staying current with emerging analytical tools, technologies, and industry best practice.
• Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to delivering business value through data and analytics.
• A track record of using data and insight to support strategic decision-making and drive organisational performance.

In return for your commitment, we will offer you some fantastic benefits:

• Generous annual leave allowance - 27 days per year, plus bank holidays
• A commitment to talent management & development
• Values Star of the Month! - Our star of the month award enables you to…