Job summary This new post is a core role within the Commercial Analytics team at UHCW. We are part of the Trust's finance department and we have responsibility for producing high-quality data and generating analytical reports in support of organisation-wide planning, income generation and costs analysis. Notably, these outputs include the routine national submissions of highly detailed activity information which ultimately determine the funding the Trust receives for its work. The Senior Information Systems Developer (SISD) applies their specialist skills and knowledge to ensure that our underlying database processes maintain high reliability and efficiency and continue to align with ever evolving requirements. Success in this role contributes a solid foundation towards the team's aim to maintain a high quality and highly responsive service The post holder is expected to continuously develop their technical skills as well as develop knowledge of the Trust's activities, data models and national reporting requirements in support of their work Applicants who are successful at this stage of the process wil be invited to join us on site for an interview and a technical skills assessment. Main duties of the job The Commercial Analytics Team is a team of specialist analysts and developers who produce the reports and underlying data that the Trust requires to understand its costs and to contract for its income. As a team, we have a broad range of skills but we all share in common an enjoyment in finding creative solutions to the rich challenges that can be found working in a large, complex and ambitious organisation. To maintain, adapt and improve the advanced SQL processes that underpin Commercial Analytics Reporting To provide line management to the Inventory Management Officers To provide technical support and training to other team members, and to promote good technical practices To work with autonomy on data extraction and reporting projects in answer to new user requirements To keep abreast of relevant standards, methodologies and technologies working in alignment with:o current technologieso information governance guidanceo NHS information Standardso NHS methodologies applicable to cost collection and commissioning About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Date posted 20 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Home or remote working Reference number 218-AC-B8A-7073748 Job locations University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities 1. Technical Maintenance and Development: Keeping up to date on changes to national online guidance and on any notifications received from end user organisations that extend or alter existing reporting specifications and requirements Routinely reviewing, extending and adapting existing data processes to maintain compliance with the evolving requirements from internal and external users of our data Monitoring the performance of Commercial Analytics processes, identifying and responding to areas of deterioration as well as identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency and useability of our processes more generally Liaising with clinical leads, subject matter experts and 3rd party software providers to develop new data pipelines feeding into Commercial Analytics models. Detecting and Investigating process errors and liaising with appropriate internal contacts over data quality issues Engaging with varied clinical and operational contacts at all levels to support the improvement of existing data streams Delivering on data capture and analysis projects including as examples overseeing processes to support high-cost device reporting and operational delivery planning. Supporting the Principal Commercial Analytics Developer in ensuring the integrity and security of Commercial Analytics data and processes 2. Specialist Support: Meeting with key individuals within the organisation and outside to resolve IT technical issues Providing advice and support to Commercial Analytics and other Finance staff that build and maintain highly complex SQL queries Liaison with the web development arm of the Commercial Analytics Team to meet their source data needs Investigating and fixing sources or error and technical issues, progressing tickets with ICT support services where the nature of the nature of the issue requires 3. Working within the Commercial Analytics Team Acting as line manager for the Inventory Management Officers who track the receipt and usage of medical devices. Providing training and advice to the technical users of our data, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required to create efficient business logic for their reports and analyses Collaborating closely with our analysts and specialists in our Costing and Income teams to ensure that our process outputs meet their needs Engaging in and supporting team member objectives and learning Deputizing for the Principal Commercial Analytics Developer where needed For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities 1. Technical Maintenance and Development: Keeping up to date on changes to national online guidance and on any notifications received from end user organisations that extend or alter existing reporting specifications and requirements Routinely reviewing, extending and adapting existing data processes to maintain compliance with the evolving requirements from internal and external users of our data Monitoring the performance of Commercial Analytics processes, identifying and responding to areas of deterioration as well as identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency and useability of our processes more generally Liaising with clinical leads, subject matter experts and 3rd party software providers to develop new data pipelines feeding into Commercial Analytics models. Detecting and Investigating process errors and liaising with appropriate internal contacts over data quality issues Engaging with varied clinical and operational contacts at all levels to support the improvement of existing data streams Delivering on data capture and analysis projects including as examples overseeing processes to support high-cost device reporting and operational delivery planning. Supporting the Principal Commercial Analytics Developer in ensuring the integrity and security of Commercial Analytics data and processes 2. Specialist Support: Meeting with key individuals within the organisation and outside to resolve IT technical issues Providing advice and support to Commercial Analytics and other Finance staff that build and maintain highly complex SQL queries Liaison with the web development arm of the Commercial Analytics Team to meet their source data needs Investigating and fixing sources or error and technical issues, progressing tickets with ICT support services where the nature of the nature of the issue requires 3. Working within the Commercial Analytics Team Acting as line manager for the Inventory Management Officers who track the receipt and usage of medical devices. Providing training and advice to the technical users of our data, equipping them with the knowledge and skills required to create efficient business logic for their reports and analyses Collaborating closely with our analysts and specialists in our Costing and Income teams to ensure that our process outputs meet their needs Engaging in and supporting team member objectives and learning Deputizing for the Principal Commercial Analytics Developer where needed For further details of the role please see the attached job description. 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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 Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)