Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.
Do you have a passion for improving the health of people, places, and communities? Are you an experienced analyst comfortable with engaging diverse academic and policy stakeholders to address policy issues? If so, then the Senior Analyst (HealthMod) role within the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is for you!
This important role offers the opportunity to play a leading role in the HealthMod Cluster, a collaborative effort focused on improving population health and reducing inequalities through data-driven insights. You’ll work closely with a range of partners – from academia, government agencies, local and regional governments, research institutes and third sector organisations.
You will also work with colleagues to ensure research conducted by HealthMod informs evidence-based policy decisions to build a better connected, more prosperous, fairer, greener, and healthier West Midlands.
This role presents a unique opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact to reduce inequalities and build inclusive growth across the West Midlands. Using your data analysis expertise, you'll directly contribute to shaping policy decisions that improve lives in the region.
This position is being offered as a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2028.
Please note that successful candidates will be advised of interview arrangements by Tuesday 30th April.
Interviews will be taking place on Friday 3rd May and Tuesday 7th May via Microsoft Teams
What will you be doing?
- Leverage your analytical expertise to extract valuable insights from complex datasets, informing critical policy decisions by regional leaders.
- Bridge the gap between research and implementation by ensuring health research effectively translates into actionable policy strategies.
- Work in a collaborative environment, partnering with diverse partners including academic institutions, government agencies, and research institutes.
- Develop and implement innovative methods for data management, integration, and analysis, ensuring data quality and promoting a data-driven culture within the WMCA.
- Lead research projects, contributing significantly to the success of the HealthMod Cluster and a healthier West Midlands
- Champion research across the WMCA to ensure research needs are met.
- Deputise for the Head of Research, Intelligence and Inclusive Growth in the regional and national research, intelligence, analysis, and data community where appropriate.
About you
- Experienced data analyst with a proven track record in both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Strong communicator capable of crafting clear, concise, and impactful reports for senior stakeholders.
- Collaborative professional with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Strong technical proficiency in data analysis, modelling, and data management tools.
- Understanding of data quality assurance, validation, and linkage
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage a wide range of audiences.
- Understanding of the legal and ethical compliance needs of research projects and know when to seek further support on legal or ethical issues.
How to apply.
On clicking ‘apply for this job’, you will first be prompted to create an account. You will have the opportunity to upload a CV, which will be used to auto-populate your profile. Please note, we do not see your CV once you have applied. Our shortlisting decisions are based on what you tell us in your profile - and so it is important to format your profile so that it really stands out. Make sure to include your employment history and include any essential education and qualifications. You will be asked to provide a supporting statement. If you already have one that you have prepared earlier, you can simply copy and paste this into the application form.
Applicants will need to evidence that they have the legal right to work in the UK. If we make an offer of employment, we will need to check that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work.
Salary and benefits.
We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days of paid annual leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers. For more details, please visit the benefits page on our careers site.
Hybrid working, location and working pattern.
We believe hybrid working is the best way for our organisation to fulfil our commitment to a modern, agile workplace while continuing to provide a great service to our customers. Hybrid working means having flexibility between working in the office and at home on agreed days, where a role allows. This is agreed between an employee and their line manager, considering the business, team, and employee needs.
The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane. It is expected that you can split your time between the office and working remotely, with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.
Creating an inclusive workplace.
Our vision is to create a better connected, more prosperous, fairer, greener, and healthier region. We aim to achieve this vision by living our values, which include being a partnership organisation, valuing and respecting our people, fostering a can-do attitude, and encouraging innovation. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as "Leaders in Diversity," and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, committed to interviewing all applicants with disabilities who meet the essential role criteria. WMCA believes that building a team with varied backgrounds and experiences will benefit us as an employer and enhance our work.
We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould.
We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying. If your values align with ours and you are dedicated to working towards a future that we can all be proud of, we would love to hear from you.
Reasonable adjustments.
If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (careers@wmca.org.uk). We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.
Thank you for considering joining our team at WMCA. We look forward to receiving your application and the opportunity to work together towards our shared goals
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