Job summary The Data Management Lead Developer is a significant central role in supporting UCLHs strategic and operational use of data throughout the organisation. You will be working as part of an agile team with a core focus on activity, income and workforce data models, and the integration of new datasets into our data warehouse systems. We are looking for an individual who has in-depth knowledge and experience of the day-to-day business of a teaching hospital and will work effectively with clinical, operational, finance, transformation, ICT, and other teams. In addition, you will possess: expert technical skills (SQL, EPIC Reporting Stack) innate problem-solving skills detailed understanding of NHS Data Dictionary, Payment by Results and other commissioning options a significant experience with a broad set of NHS datasets (income, workforce, outpatient, inpatients, imaging, diagnostics, theatres, pharmacy, pathology, RTT, modelling, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, maternity, commissioning, etc.) excellent communication skills stakeholder management, requirements gathering and specification design Main duties of the job To lead on projects to produce new routine data sets for inclusion in the trust's data warehouses. To work with the divisional information and workforce teams, and other customers, to ensure these datasets consist of the relevant information and are processed accurately and efficiently. To lead on projects that streamline existing information processes within the data management team and wider informatics environment. You will be expected to show initiative in exploring current systems and proposing areas where there are significant benefits in rewriting processes. To lead on and support projects to develop indicator datasets that support management decision-making, performance, planning and evaluation, and support new development and construction of datasets in these areas for reporting, analytics and performance teams. To act as an expert in the existing suite of datasets available from the data warehouse and related data systems. To develop and maintain a detailed understanding of the EHRS data structures that will be a source of data for the trust's data warehouses. About us University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals University College Hospital Grafton Way Building Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre The Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Date posted 04 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £61,927 to £68,676 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 309-UCLH-5995 Job locations University College London Hospital 250 Euston Road London NW1 2PG Job description Job responsibilities For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Job description Job responsibilities For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Masters degree level or equivalent professional experience within a healthcare information environment Understanding of activity recording and reporting, including: waiting lists, A&E, cancelled operations, SUS, workforce Understanding of data retrieval, data processing, information analysis and interpretation within acute hospitals Experience Essential Substantial experience in data driven information role in an NHS or other healthcare information environment Substantial experience of working with relational databases, including complex SQL Substantial experience of using MS Excel Track record of delivery at a complex level in a large service focused organisation, including staff management, change management, and performance management Desirable Substantial experience of using SQL server Experience of using Epic BI stack, including developing Radar, Slicer Diver, Reporting Workbench contents Skills and Abilities Essential Knowledge of information analysis and the use of information across the NHS acquired through degree or equivalent experience Ability to interrogate databases Ability to interpret complex data Ability to convert data to management information Advanced use of MS Excel Ability to independently interpret the requirements of information users and present detailed, complex reports that can be understood by a wide audience. Ability to design and develop information processing systems. Understanding of data quality issues and how these relate to the organisation as a whole Understanding of the Acute Healthcare business environment, particularly relating to income generation, financial planning and workforce across the organisation as a whole. Ability to produce clear and comprehensive documentation for BI and data transformation processes Desirable Use of R and/or Python for machine learning and predictive analytics Communication Essential Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills Ability to train information staff in the use of information systems Ability to communicate on issues which can be complex and multi-stranded. Effective leadership of staff Planning and Organisation Skills Essential Ability to delegate work Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Masters degree level or equivalent professional experience within a healthcare information environment Understanding of activity recording and reporting, including: waiting lists, A&E, cancelled operations, SUS, workforce Understanding of data retrieval, data processing, information analysis and interpretation within acute hospitals Experience Essential Substantial experience in data driven information role in an NHS or other healthcare information environment Substantial experience of working with relational databases, including complex SQL Substantial experience of using MS Excel Track record of delivery at a complex level in a large service focused organisation, including staff management, change management, and performance management Desirable Substantial experience of using SQL server Experience of using Epic BI stack, including developing Radar, Slicer Diver, Reporting Workbench contents Skills and Abilities Essential Knowledge of information analysis and the use of information across the NHS acquired through degree or equivalent experience Ability to interrogate databases Ability to interpret complex data Ability to convert data to management information Advanced use of MS Excel Ability to independently interpret the requirements of information users and present detailed, complex reports that can be understood by a wide audience. Ability to design and develop information processing systems. Understanding of data quality issues and how these relate to the organisation as a whole Understanding of the Acute Healthcare business environment, particularly relating to income generation, financial planning and workforce across the organisation as a whole. Ability to produce clear and comprehensive documentation for BI and data transformation processes Desirable Use of R and/or Python for machine learning and predictive analytics Communication Essential Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills Ability to train information staff in the use of information systems Ability to communicate on issues which can be complex and multi-stranded. Effective leadership of staff Planning and Organisation Skills Essential Ability to delegate work Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address University College London Hospital 250 Euston Road London NW1 2PG Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)