Data Analyst

CFA; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

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Job Summary

The NHS Counter Fraud Authority is the national body responsible for all matters relating to the prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime across the NHS. Our new team is embarking on a piece of work to monitor data to identify and respond to patterns indicative of potential fraud. This will support our current work that reduces the likelihood of fraud occurring. We will bring in data science capabilities to be deployed in counter fraud activity and work closely with partners across health and government to further maximize the preventative impact of proactive counter fraud analysis. This role offers a unique opportunity to use data analysis to detect and prevent fraud within the NHS, directly impacting patient care and public funds. You'll work with advanced analytics tools like Python, R, SQL, and Alteryx to uncover hidden patterns and anomalies. Join a collaborative team where your insights drive real-world action against financial crime.

Main Duties of the Job

1. To work as part of the programme of work and provide support in delivering NHS CFA's objectives.
2. Providing an analytical service to all parts of the organisation by analysing data, interpreting, and reporting on the results.
3. Undertaking complex statistical analyses requiring accuracy, attention to detail and frequent, prolonged periods of concentration.
4. Communicating analytical and statistical matters to non-analytical/statistical professionals, offering advice and persuasion on statistical techniques.
5. Dealing with statistical and analytical queries, assessing whether analyses are robust e.g., investigating data anomalies identified during analyses.
6. Establishing deadlines and providing ongoing communication of progress to keep projects on track and on time.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience Essential

• Significant experience of using a range of statistical, numerical, and analytical techniques to analyse data.

Qualifications Essential

• Degree or equivalent in an Information Technology or data specialism (or other related field) or significant equivalent experience in a comparable role.

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.

Employer Details

Employer Name: NHS Counter Fraud Authority

Address: 7th Floor, HM Government Hub, 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4PU

Employer's Website: https://cfa.nhs.uk/