Benefits Analyst

at  NHS Business Services Authority

As the Strategy, Performance, Business Development and Growth directorate matures and grows within the NHSBSA there is a need to further support our Benefits function with the role of Benefits Analyst. Reporting to the Benefits Lead, the holder of this post has responsibility for providing timely and accurate analysis of portfolio benefits and wider system efficiencies to assist reporting at both directorate, portfolio and NHSBSA Board level. The post holder will work closely with the Benefits Support Manger to support the delivery of benefits workshops and the development of benefits profiles for portfolio projects and programmes.
What do we offer?
27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays
Flexible working (we are happy to discuss options such as compressed hours)
Flexi time
Hybrid working model (we are currently working largely remotely)
Career development
Active wellbeing and inclusion networks
Excellent pension
NHS Car lease scheme
Access to a wide range of benefits and high street discounts!
Please note that this role does not meet the salary eligibility criteria for sponsorship for a Skilled worker Visa unless the applicant has been sponsored previously and continuously since before April 2024 and would therefore potentially qualify based on the lower salary rate applicable.
To support the benefits team with robust management information related to all aspects of benefits management enabling the delivery of effective reporting and communication as well as successful stakeholder management ensuring excellent working relationships both internally and externally.
Providing comprehensive quality assurance on benefits data and support in the measurement and forecasting of benefits, ensuring consistency, integrity and accuracy in tracking the benefits.
Carrying out cost benefit analysis and cost effectiveness analysis at project, portfolio and organisation levels.
About us
At the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) we deliver a range of essential national services to NHS organisations and contractors, patients and the public.
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Our people are the heart of our organisation. We strive to ensure they feel trusted, valued and empowered. We’re passionate about nurturing and developing people. When you join us, we want you to grow, and we offer many opportunities for you to do that.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. With wellbeing and inclusion central to our ethos, our BAME, Disability and Neurodiversity, LGBTQ+, Armed Forces and Women’s networks help our colleagues to be their authentic selves at work.
At the NHSBSA we value and respect the diversity of our colleagues and are committed to being a flexible employer. We are proud to offer flexible working opportunities. Whether you’re interested in hybrid working, working from home, flexible hours or job sharing, apply today and we can discuss available options with you at the interview stage.
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In this role, you are accountable for
Delivering timely and accurate analysis of portfolio benefits and wider system efficiencies to support monthly and quarterly benefits reporting at both directorate, portfolio and NHSBSA Board level.
Developing dashboards and reporting tools as required to support benefits modelling and reporting, implementing improvements in reporting, including automation, data analysis, insight and data presentation to meet business needs.
Maintaining the benefits module of the portfolio management system to ensure that actual benefits are captured and recorded and that forecast positions reflect the latest business case position.
Assisting the Benefits Support Manager to deliver benefits workshops and develop benefits profiles for projects and programmes.
Providing analysis and project benefits reporting to support project gateway reviews.
Developing and maintaining relationships with service analysts, MI analysts and PMD colleagues.
Positively achieving team and personal objectives in accordance with the SPBDG business planning priorities.
Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, data analysis and data quality issues with staff within NHSBSA in relation to the provision of benefits services.
Working independently and collaborating closely with your team to contribute to overall team performance.
Assisting the Benefits Support Manager in delivering training and support to colleagues on benefits related matters

Please refer the Job description for details