Job overview

As the Principal Analyst, the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers and staff across the Cancer Alliance to use data, analysis and intelligence to drive improved outcomes and support quality improvement in
complex pathways of care.

The postholder will develop, design and deliver research and analysis using robust statistical methods on behalf of the Cancer Alliance and region.

 The post is responsible for providing professional expertise to the outcome of the business processes for the Department or Directorate.

The focus of this role will be working within a wider Data & Performance Improvement team to lead the provision of research methods, statistical testing and project development across the cancer pathway including, but not limited to: earlier diagnosis, inequalities, variation and survival.

The priorities in the overall Cancer Alliance work programme will vary from time to time and, as such, the precise duties and projects associated with individual posts may also
vary.

Main duties of the job

• As a senior lead working internally and externally to deliver projects, initiatives and services to time and in a cost effective way.
• To support the identification and sharing of best practice in [discipline] to support service improvement.
• To operate in a highly political and sensitive environment.
• Support the portfolio of programmes/projects in demonstrating value for money tracking, managing and delivering agreed benefits.
• Provide specialist advice and prepare strategic reports and briefings for directors and stakeholders.
• In depth analysis, interpretation and production of complex and multiple reports.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities to achieve equity of access, experience and outcomes and to recognising and valuing people’s differences. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity; we see this as a strength and part of our founding mission, values and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers patient outcomes.

We are committed to creating the best place to work, where your contribution is valued, your wellbeing is supported and all our colleagues can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected characteristic. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone, including making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition and support with the recruitment process for people with lived experience.

We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles.

We operate a Carer friendly working environment that is supportive and inclusive. We actively encourage Carers to self-identify themselves.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and commit to shortlisting suitable applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us of any adjustments you may require.