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Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Performance, Information & Insights (PII) team as a Senior Information Analyst. These permanent posts will play a key role ... (continue text exactly as above). Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received.
Hours
Full‑time (36 hours). Part‑time or job‑share requests will be considered. We welcome conversations about alternative working patterns—please get in touch during the application process to discuss.
What You Will Do
* Extracting, analysing and interpreting complex datasets;
* Developing high‑quality reports, dashboards and visual outputs;
* Supporting statutory submissions to Public Health Scotland and Scottish Government;
* Contributing data to inform Board reporting and performance monitoring processes;
* Responding to data and intelligence requests from services across the organisation;
* Ensuring accuracy, timeliness and high analytical standards.
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post
* Undergraduate degree in a numerate subject or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and experience in a numerate discipline.
* Ability to demonstrate and communicate a practical and theoretical understanding of data analysis and interpretation. Highly proficient in data analysis with excellent numeracy and statistical skills.
* Recent experience of working in the NHS, other public sector or relevant organisations within a relevant role associated with information management.
* Detailed knowledge of SMR data sets and an in-depth specialist knowledge and experience of application of NHS data definitions, information standards and policies.
* Knowledge of practical application of software packages in support of the key result areas including knowledge of statistical and geographical software packages.
* Ability and demonstrable experience in the drafting and presentation of papers, reports and related correspondence for the NHS Board, associated Governance groups, Directors and senior managers.
* A pragmatic and flexible approach to problem solving.
* Developed awareness of the political sensitivity of information and ability, and mental agility, to work through issues and take cognisance of the impact of the presentation of data and intelligence.
* Highly developed interpersonal and communication and influencing skills (both written and oral) and an ability to establish productive working relationships.
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