Job summary The business data analyst is part of a highly successful team working within the HRA digital directorate, responsible for developing, delivering, and supporting complex solutions within the HRA's portfolio of national information systems for health research. This includes the Research Systems programme, a major programme to build a new integrated research application and workflow system and to achieve the successful migration and eventual closure of current systems (IRAS and HARP). As a business data analyst, you will use thedata analysis processto understand, interpret, and predict patterns in business, and then use those data-driven insights to enhance the business requirements and practices. Main duties of the job make sure that all data structures are analysed, documented, and aligned with business requirements collaborate with business analysts, product managers and data architects to understand data needs and translate them into requirements own the main stakeholder relationships related to your discipline analyse, understand, and define a data problem or opportunity undertake research and analysis to understand how a business area works, considering the people, organisation, processes, information, data and technology identify areas for improvement, explore feasible options and define data driven ways of implementing business solutions make sure that data quality, consistency, and compliance with industry standards facilitate the alignment of data models with business process requirements About us As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for you, not just us and the work we do. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know from experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger, more creative workplace that help us to deliver the best services. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community. This includes:o ageo disabilityo ethnicityo gender identity and expressiono religion or beliefo sexo sexual orientationo other diverse characteristics We have policies in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process. When applying to work here, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement - if it works for you, we'll do our best to make it work for us. Please note, if applying to our Nottingham or Bristol locations, we are only able to offer the roleas home based Date posted 31 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 25 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours Reference number TEMP_500 Job locations Manchester Office 3 Piccadilly Place, London Road Manchester M1 3BN Job description Job responsibilities This role sits within HRA Digital. The digital directorate is responsible for developing, delivering and supporting complex solutions within the HRAs portfolio of UK-wide information systems for health and care research. This includes a major programme to build new systems, and to achieve the successful migration and eventual closureof current systems. The HRA Digital team is a collaborative, supportive team consisting of HRA employees, secondees, contractors and vendors. To find out more and to understand the full duties of the role, please refer to the job description attached. In submitting your application with us, please note the following: We currently do not accept applications via recruitment agencies. We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement. Where applicants fail to demonstrate how they meet any one of the essential criteria of the person specification, the application will not be shortlisted. You will be considered based only on the information in your application form. CVs will not be considered. The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications. Job description Job responsibilities This role sits within HRA Digital. The digital directorate is responsible for developing, delivering and supporting complex solutions within the HRAs portfolio of UK-wide information systems for health and care research. This includes a major programme to build new systems, and to achieve the successful migration and eventual closureof current systems. The HRA Digital team is a collaborative, supportive team consisting of HRA employees, secondees, contractors and vendors. To find out more and to understand the full duties of the role, please refer to the job description attached. In submitting your application with us, please note the following: We currently do not accept applications via recruitment agencies. We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement. Where applicants fail to demonstrate how they meet any one of the essential criteria of the person specification, the application will not be shortlisted. You will be considered based only on the information in your application form. CVs will not be considered. The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional qualification at master's level in an information related discipline or equivalent industry experience Evidence of continued professional development Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Desirable Understanding of data analytics software such as Power BI Understanding of Microsoft development software Interpersonal Skills Essential Lead on communication with stakeholders at all levels and actively establish relationships and apply the benefits of professional networks Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Essential Demonstrable expertise of working in data, software, and technology solutions to make informed decisions that add value, efficiency and solve a problem Demonstrable expertise of implementation and evaluation of business data analysis processes Experience Essential 70.Proven experience in business analysis, synthesis, and modelling in a complex digital landscape Analytical and Judgemental Skills Essential Demonstrable experience of anticipating and preventing problems, showing understanding of how problems fit into the larger picture to drive data driven decisions. Other Desirable Commitment to inclusivity and valuing diversity Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Essential Demonstrable knowledge and skills to identify and elaborate user and business needs to enable effective design, development and testing of services and business change Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Essential Demonstrable knowledge and skills to identify and elaborate user and business needs to enable effective design, development and testing of services and business change Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional qualification at master's level in an information related discipline or equivalent industry experience Evidence of continued professional development Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Desirable Understanding of data analytics software such as Power BI Understanding of Microsoft development software Interpersonal Skills Essential Lead on communication with stakeholders at all levels and actively establish relationships and apply the benefits of professional networks Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Essential Demonstrable expertise of working in data, software, and technology solutions to make informed decisions that add value, efficiency and solve a problem Demonstrable expertise of implementation and evaluation of business data analysis processes Experience Essential 70.Proven experience in business analysis, synthesis, and modelling in a complex digital landscape Analytical and Judgemental Skills Essential Demonstrable experience of anticipating and preventing problems, showing understanding of how problems fit into the larger picture to drive data driven decisions. Other Desirable Commitment to inclusivity and valuing diversity Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Essential Demonstrable knowledge and skills to identify and elaborate user and business needs to enable effective design, development and testing of services and business change Knowledge, Skills and Expertise Essential Demonstrable knowledge and skills to identify and elaborate user and business needs to enable effective design, development and testing of services and business change 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 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 Health Research Authority Address Manchester Office 3 Piccadilly Place, London Road Manchester M1 3BN Employer's website https://www.hra.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)