Principal Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Analyst within the UK’s largest and most diverse Trust. The role focuses on developing Business Intelligence solutions to the various Clinical Groups across the Trust and providing in depth analysis to support service improvement initiatives

You will join a dynamic team delivering health intelligence using advanced analytical and statistical techniques, working with tools such as SQL Server, Databricks and Power BI. You will produce clear, impactful insights to inform decision-making and strategy, translating complex data into accessible information for stakeholders.

Strong data communication and visualisation skills are essential to help build a shared understanding of the health and care landscape. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to drive improvement, innovation and positive change across the Trust in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.

The assessment process for this role includes Sphinx testing which an aptitude assessment designed to evaluate critical thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.

The Postholder Will

work closely with the Corporate and Operational teams to provide analytical support to determine future pressures against key deliverables, particularly in relation to the NHS plan and locally commissioned targets.

engage in the analytical work within the Trust to assess capacity and demand for each clinical service, identifying areas of service pressure, undertaking gap analysis and support the production of option appraisals.

provide detailed analysis in order to model demand, resources and throughput to ensure appropriate balance of provision and to identify variances between supply and demand to facilitate discussions of service change, provision or development.

assist the Trust to interpret the available data and provide a judgement on actual performance and the ability to deliver operational plans, using predictive modelling techniques.

To achieve our aim of system-wide transformation we’re developing a culture of high-quality compassionate and inclusive leadership and staff engagement, based on a co-created, evidence-based Leadership and Culture Strategy. Focusing on five cultural elements: Vision and Values, Support and Compassion, Goals and Performance and Teamwork, we’re striving to make MFT the best place to train and work.

The role will offer a hybrid working model with the ideal candidate on site for two to three days per week.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career.

We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.

You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You’ll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You’ll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.

We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation’s success.

Join us and help shape the future of our Trust—make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sally Huxham Job title: Business Information Manager, Analytics & Insights Email address: ***email_hidden***