NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Business Intelligence Analyst

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Help turn data into real improvement
NHS Highland is establishing HIVE (Highland Improvement, Value & Efficiency) - a new, dedicated function focused on delivering real, measurable improvements in how services work and how resources are used.
We are looking for a Business Intelligence Analyst to support this work by turning data into meaningful insight that drives action.
This role goes beyond reporting - it is about helping services understand their data, identify opportunities, and support delivery of value and efficiency improvements across the organisation.
The Role
As Part Of HIVE, You Will
- Analyse and interpret complex datasets to support service improvement and performance
- Develop dashboards and reports that enable clear, informed decision-making
- Work directly with clinical, operational and corporate teams to understand their data needs
- Identify variation, inefficiencies and opportunities through data-led analysis
- Contribute to a pipeline of improvement ideas based on evidence, not assumptions
- Ensure data quality, accuracy and consistency across reporting outputs
You will be part of a wider HIVE model where data, frontline insight and delivery expertise come together to drive change.
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Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from:
- Experienced analysts or
- Recent graduates with relevant qualifications in areas such as data analytics, statistics, informatics, or a related discipline
You do not need to come from an NHS background - what matters is your ability to work with data and turn it into insight people can use.
We’re Particularly Interested In Individuals Who
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Can clearly explain data to non-technical audiences
- Are curious, proactive and willing to challenge and explore data in depth
- Want to apply their skills to real-world service improvement
- Are comfortable working collaboratively across teams
What you’ll bring
- A degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant subject area, or demonstrable experience in data analysis
- Experience using tools such as Excel, BI platforms or statistical software
- Ability to work with complex datasets and produce meaningful outputs
- Strong communication and organisational skills
Why HIVE?
- Be part of a new, high-profile function with clear executive backing
- Work on projects that deliver real savings, efficiencies and service improvements
- Gain exposure across clinical, operational and corporate services
- Develop your skills in data, improvement and change delivery
- Contribute to building a sustainable improvement capability across NHS Highland


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Our Commitment
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.
Flexible working options will be considered in line with service needs.
If you’re looking to start or develop your career in data - and want your work to make a genuine difference - we’d like to hear from you.
This post is offered on a Fixed Term / Secondment basis for 2 years.
For more information please contact Kathleen Lohse, Senior Programme Manager – HIVE, email: kathleen.lohse@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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