Senior Information Analyst (Band 6)
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £39,263 – £47,280 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Closing Date: 18/09/2025
Job Ref: 043-AC156-0925
Overview
NWSSP is seeking a Senior Information Analyst to play a key role in exploiting data collected by Primary Care Services. You will enhance data analysis, interpretation, and presentation skills, while influencing the development of datasets to reflect the information needs of NHS Wales initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct innovative analyses and produce reports on Primary Care Services data quality.
- Provide guidance on data and analytical matters to internal/external customers and junior staff.
- Lead projects in Analysis and Statistical Services, liaising with NHS Wales, Welsh Government, and academic contacts.
- Ensure compliance with information governance, Caldicott principles, and data protection laws.
- Present analysis results through written reports or visual presentations.
- Maintain and enhance documentation for knowledge sharing within the team.
Requirements
Qualifications & Knowledge:
- Degree-level education (or equivalent).
- Specialist knowledge of programming/query languages and clinical coding.
- Understanding of Health Service information needs and legislation on data protection.
- Desirable: Primary Care informatics knowledge, Prince II certification.
Experience:
- Proven track record in an information-based environment.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a customer-focused setting.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong analytical and numeric skills; advanced knowledge of SQL, MS Analysis Services, and MS Office (Excel essential).
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Project management skills and team leadership experience.
- Desirable: Experience with data visualization tools like PowerBI or QlikView.
- Welsh language skills are desirable.
Working With Us
- Agile and flexible working approach.
- Inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace.
- Comprehensive benefits package – learn more here.
- Emphasis on wellbeing, learning, and continuous improvement.
Application Process
- Read the Job Description & Person Specification before applying.
- Only candidates demonstrating how their skills meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
- Non-UK/ROI candidates must assess eligibility for Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa.
Apply online now: Submit your application
For informal enquiries:
Keith Jones – Product Specialist, Pharmacy and Dispensing
Email: keith.jones3@wales.nhs.uk
