Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Join BCG's Global Businesses and Functions (GBF) People Team, supporting 6,500+ employees and 4,000 contingent workers across a fast-evolving global footprint. The Transformation Enablement Senior Manager plays a central role in driving execution discipline, data integrity, and visibility across organizational transformations. This role integrates people data, program metrics, and end to end execution tracking of a breadth of programmes/efforts. Acting as the connective layer between HR, Finance, Org Design, PMO, and Talent Acquisition, the Transformation Enablement Manager provides the structures, tools, and insights that enable the transformation to run effectively. YOU'RE GOOD AT This role will be responsible for: 1. Program Data, Metrics & Reporting Establish and uphold program data standards that drive tracking and quality control of key metrics including transformation KPIs, adoption metrics, and milestone definitions Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting packs tracking organizational progress, engagement metrics, recruiting funnel health, and overall transformation ROI. Partner with HR Analytics and Finance to ensure consistent data capture and alignment on key project metrics Prepare insightful SteerCo and Project Team reporting, synthesizing data trends and translating findings into clear narratives and visuals. 2. Data Management Own the master dataset, maintaining accuracy, completeness, and version control across systems (Workday, ORCA, Org Builder, TA, etc.). Ensure robust data integration and reconciliation across data platforms, resolving discrepancies and maintaining a trusted single source of truth. Enable all process steps with validated and accurate data to enable key decisions and outcomes 3. Implementation Enablement & Workstream Support Provide execution support to function PMO & Implementation PMO workstreams (tracking templates, RAID frameworks, milestone maps, dependency tracking). Monitor progress toward key implementation milestones, including key program metrics aligned at the start of the project/effort. Facilitate cross-workstream alignment, ensuring that data, decisions, and timelines are connected and visible across the program. Serve as a primary point of contact for data-driven queries, supporting issue resolution and decision-making. 4. Governance & Decision Support Support the project team in orchestrating governance routines (SteerCo, Working Teams, design meetings), ensuring stakeholders receive accurate, timely, actionable information. Provide analytical support for scenario modelling and readiness assessments Maintain a disciplined approach to documentation, change tracking, and decision logs, ensuring transparency and traceability across the implementation. What You'll Bring Experience and Skills Strong Excel analytics and data modelling capabilities, with the ability to create structured, scalable datasets and dashboards. Proven experience synthesizing data into senior-level reporting and storytelling, including clear, compelling PowerPoint outputs. Ability to work across HR, Finance, TA, and business functions, demonstrating strong stakeholder management and collaboration. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to validate, challenge, and connect data to business logic. Detail-oriented with a strong data governance ethos, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all reporting and decision support. Comfortable operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments and establishing structure where none exists. Understanding of HR data structures and workforce-related systems a plus, especially Workday and adjacent platforms. Practical understanding of organization design, workforce planning, and change management principles helpful. Who You'll Work With You will report to the People Change & Transformation Senior Director, and work closely with the team Director day to day on breadth of projects & topics. Broader constellation will be our GBF HR Delivery team (a group of HR experts regionally and country focused on HR operations), as well as leadership and teams involved in HR system data and analytics. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Join BCG's Global Businesses and Functions (GBF) People Team, supporting 6,500+ employees and 4,000 contingent workers across a fast-evolving global footprint. The Transformation Enablement Senior Manager plays a central role in driving execution discipline, data integrity, and visibility across organizational transformations. This role integrates people data, program metrics, and end to end execution tracking of a breadth of programmes/efforts. Acting as the connective layer between HR, Finance, Org Design, PMO, and Talent Acquisition, the Transformation Enablement Manager provides the structures, tools, and insights that enable the transformation to run effectively. YOU'RE GOOD AT This role will be responsible for: 1. Program Data, Metrics & Reporting Establish and uphold program data standards that drive tracking and quality control of key metrics including transformation KPIs, adoption metrics, and milestone definitions Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting packs tracking organizational progress, engagement metrics, recruiting funnel health, and overall transformation ROI. Partner with HR Analytics and Finance to ensure consistent data capture and alignment on key project metrics Prepare insightful SteerCo and Project Team reporting, synthesizing data trends and translating findings into clear narratives and visuals. 2. Data Management Own the master dataset, maintaining accuracy, completeness, and version control across systems (Workday, ORCA, Org Builder, TA, etc.). Ensure robust data integration and reconciliation across data platforms, resolving discrepancies and maintaining a trusted single source of truth. Enable all process steps with validated and accurate data to enable key decisions and outcomes 3. Implementation Enablement & Workstream Support Provide execution support to function PMO & Implementation PMO workstreams (tracking templates, RAID frameworks, milestone maps, dependency tracking). Monitor progress toward key implementation milestones, including key program metrics aligned at the start of the project/effort. Facilitate cross-workstream alignment, ensuring that data, decisions, and timelines are connected and visible across the program. Serve as a primary point of contact for data-driven queries, supporting issue resolution and decision-making. 4. Governance & Decision Support Support the project team in orchestrating governance routines (SteerCo, Working Teams, design meetings), ensuring stakeholders receive accurate, timely, actionable information. Provide analytical support for scenario modelling and readiness assessments Maintain a disciplined approach to documentation, change tracking, and decision logs, ensuring transparency and traceability across the implementation. What You'll Bring Experience and Skills Strong Excel analytics and data modelling capabilities, with the ability to create structured, scalable datasets and dashboards. Proven experience synthesizing data into senior-level reporting and storytelling, including clear, compelling PowerPoint outputs. Ability to work across HR, Finance, TA, and business functions, demonstrating strong stakeholder management and collaboration. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to validate, challenge, and connect data to business logic. Detail-oriented with a strong data governance ethos, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all reporting and decision support. Comfortable operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments and establishing structure where none exists. Understanding of HR data structures and workforce-related systems a plus, especially Workday and adjacent platforms. Practical understanding of organization design, workforce planning, and change management principles helpful. Who You'll Work With You will report to the People Change & Transformation Senior Director, and work closely with the team Director day to day on breadth of projects & topics. Broader constellation will be our GBF HR Delivery team (a group of HR experts regionally and country focused on HR operations), as well as leadership and teams involved in HR system data and analytics. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Unity Advisory is a pure-play, experience-led CFO advisory firm providing integrated finance, commercial, tax and deals support. We are free from audit conflicts and AI-enabled by design, combining deep technical expertise with automation, analytics and AI built into the delivery of every engagement. We are building an alternative to traditional advisory firms, focused on clarity over complexity, outcomes over hours, and practical advice delivered at pace for CFOs making high consequence decisions. We are now looking for a Manager - Deals Analytics to join our growing team. The Role As a Deals and Value Creation Manager in the Dealsteam, you will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced analytics and strategic insights to help our clients make better financial and commercial decisions throughout the deal lifecycle. You will be supporting both buy side and sell side transactions and delivering post deal value creation style projects, through the deployment of advanced analytics and AI, leveraging your commercial expertise and deals know how. The Deals unit specialises in Deal Readiness, Value Creation, Decision Support, and Reporting Insights. In this role, you will lead projects across these areas challenging the status quo, harnessing cutting edge data analysis (including AI/ LLM tools), and collaborating closely with clients, other advisors and colleagues to drive tangible results. This role will also be pivotal in supporting our FDD team to reimagine the world of diligence, reducing reliance on low value reporting and increasing client commercial value delivered through insightful analytics that evidence what matters most. This is a client facing, hands on position in a fast growing start up/ scale up environment, offering the chance to work on high impact engagements and help build a new kind of consultancy from the ground up. What You'll Do Critically assess and enhance clients' exit readiness by challenging the equity story, data landscape, KPIs, and business plan reporting to maximise exit value for clients preparing for a sale or IPO. Bring a critical eye and a commercial mind to both buy side and sell side diligence projects. Rapidly assess and present drivers of value to support or critically test the deal hypothesis using leading analytics. Enhancing the impact of diligence processes. Use commercial analytics to identify and unlock profitability improvements (e.g., customer/ product profitability, SKU rationalisation, pricing strategy, site/ network optimisation). Apply advanced analytics, including forecasting, scenario modelling, and predictive modelling to support better financial and commercial decision making. Develop and automate clear, impactful board and management reporting solutions, including dashboards and reports that provide business unit level insights with market context. Champion the use of AI and data driven techniques in all projects, leveraging tools such as large language models (LLMs) and other analytics platforms. Work closely within cross functional teams and engage directly with Unity Advisory Partners, coordinating project workstreams in a highly collaborative environment. Translate complex data findings into clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders, frequently presenting insights and reports to C level clients. What You Bring ACA, CIMA, or equivalent accounting/ finance certification. Proven experience in a consulting role (ideally Big Four or boutique), with a track record of delivering measurable client impact. Hands on experience in deals, transactions, or M&A (e.g., transaction services, due diligence, private equity portfolio support). Exceptional data management and analytical capability, including working with large datasets, financial models, and BI/ analytics tooling. Keen interest or exposure to artificial intelligence and large language models, with the willingness to learn and apply new AI/ LLM based techniques in client work. Nice to Have Proficiency with analytics tools such as SQL, and/or Python. Experience with data management/ visualisation platforms (e.g., Power BI, Databricks, Alteryx, or similar). Experienced in excel modelling (e.g. building 3 statement financial forecasts) Experience supporting private equity value creation initiatives (e.g. performance improvement, KPI redesign, operating model analytics). Working at Unity Advisory We offer a truly hybrid and flexible working environment and the opportunity to be at the forefront of AI driven advisory services. You'll be part of a highly collaborative, flat structured culture, empowered to contribute to the way we scale our business and support our clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing firm and accelerate your career in professional services. Additional Information At Unity Advisory, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we will accommodate any suitable candidate requiring assistance to attend or conduct an interview. If you need any adjustments or support, please let us know when either scheduling your interview or in your application cover letter. We are dedicated to ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and are here to support you throughout the process. PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from third party agencies.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Unity Advisory is a pure-play, experience-led CFO advisory firm providing integrated finance, commercial, tax and deals support. We are free from audit conflicts and AI-enabled by design, combining deep technical expertise with automation, analytics and AI built into the delivery of every engagement. We are building an alternative to traditional advisory firms, focused on clarity over complexity, outcomes over hours, and practical advice delivered at pace for CFOs making high consequence decisions. We are now looking for a Manager - Deals Analytics to join our growing team. The Role As a Deals and Value Creation Manager in the Dealsteam, you will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced analytics and strategic insights to help our clients make better financial and commercial decisions throughout the deal lifecycle. You will be supporting both buy side and sell side transactions and delivering post deal value creation style projects, through the deployment of advanced analytics and AI, leveraging your commercial expertise and deals know how. The Deals unit specialises in Deal Readiness, Value Creation, Decision Support, and Reporting Insights. In this role, you will lead projects across these areas challenging the status quo, harnessing cutting edge data analysis (including AI/ LLM tools), and collaborating closely with clients, other advisors and colleagues to drive tangible results. This role will also be pivotal in supporting our FDD team to reimagine the world of diligence, reducing reliance on low value reporting and increasing client commercial value delivered through insightful analytics that evidence what matters most. This is a client facing, hands on position in a fast growing start up/ scale up environment, offering the chance to work on high impact engagements and help build a new kind of consultancy from the ground up. What You'll Do Critically assess and enhance clients' exit readiness by challenging the equity story, data landscape, KPIs, and business plan reporting to maximise exit value for clients preparing for a sale or IPO. Bring a critical eye and a commercial mind to both buy side and sell side diligence projects. Rapidly assess and present drivers of value to support or critically test the deal hypothesis using leading analytics. Enhancing the impact of diligence processes. Use commercial analytics to identify and unlock profitability improvements (e.g., customer/ product profitability, SKU rationalisation, pricing strategy, site/ network optimisation). Apply advanced analytics, including forecasting, scenario modelling, and predictive modelling to support better financial and commercial decision making. Develop and automate clear, impactful board and management reporting solutions, including dashboards and reports that provide business unit level insights with market context. Champion the use of AI and data driven techniques in all projects, leveraging tools such as large language models (LLMs) and other analytics platforms. Work closely within cross functional teams and engage directly with Unity Advisory Partners, coordinating project workstreams in a highly collaborative environment. Translate complex data findings into clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders, frequently presenting insights and reports to C level clients. What You Bring ACA, CIMA, or equivalent accounting/ finance certification. Proven experience in a consulting role (ideally Big Four or boutique), with a track record of delivering measurable client impact. Hands on experience in deals, transactions, or M&A (e.g., transaction services, due diligence, private equity portfolio support). Exceptional data management and analytical capability, including working with large datasets, financial models, and BI/ analytics tooling. Keen interest or exposure to artificial intelligence and large language models, with the willingness to learn and apply new AI/ LLM based techniques in client work. Nice to Have Proficiency with analytics tools such as SQL, and/or Python. Experience with data management/ visualisation platforms (e.g., Power BI, Databricks, Alteryx, or similar). Experienced in excel modelling (e.g. building 3 statement financial forecasts) Experience supporting private equity value creation initiatives (e.g. performance improvement, KPI redesign, operating model analytics). Working at Unity Advisory We offer a truly hybrid and flexible working environment and the opportunity to be at the forefront of AI driven advisory services. You'll be part of a highly collaborative, flat structured culture, empowered to contribute to the way we scale our business and support our clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing firm and accelerate your career in professional services. Additional Information At Unity Advisory, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we will accommodate any suitable candidate requiring assistance to attend or conduct an interview. If you need any adjustments or support, please let us know when either scheduling your interview or in your application cover letter. We are dedicated to ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and are here to support you throughout the process. PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from third party agencies.
Job Title: Senior Manager - Deals Analytics Location: Mayfair - Hybrid Type: Permanent Unity Advisory is a pure-play, experience-led CFO advisory firm providing integrated finance, commercial, tax and deals support. We are free from audit conflicts and AI-enabled by design, combining deep technical expertise with automation, analytics and AI built into the delivery of every engagement. We are building an alternative to traditional advisory firms, focused on clarity over complexity, outcomes over hours, and practical advice delivered at pace for CFOs making high-consequence decisions. We are now looking for a Senior Manager - Deals Analytics to join our growing team. The Role As a Deals and Value Creation Senior Manager in the Dealsteam, you will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced analytics and strategic insights to help our clients make better financial and commercial decisions throughout the deal lifecycle. You will be supporting both buy-side and sell-side transactions and delivering post deal value creation style projects, through the deployment of advanced analytics and AI, leveraging your commercial expertise and deals know-how. The Deals unit specialises in Deal Readiness, Value Creation, Decision Support, and Reporting Insights. In this role, you will lead projects across these areas challenging the status quo, harnessing cutting edge data analysis (including AI/ LLM tools), and collaborating closely with clients, other advisors and colleagues to drive tangible results. This role will also be pivotal in supporting our FDD team to reimagine the world of diligence, reducing reliance on low-value reporting and increasing client commercial value delivered through insightful analytics that evidence what matters most. This is a client facing, hands on position in a fast growing start up/ scale up environment, offering the chance to work on high impact engagements and help build a new kind of consultancy from the ground up. What You'll Do Critically assess and enhance clients' exit readiness by challenging the equity story, data landscape, KPIs, and business plan reporting to maximise exit value for clients preparing for a sale or IPO. Bring a critical eye and a commercial mind to both buy-side and sell-side diligence projects. Rapidly assess and present drivers of value to support or critically test the deal hypothesis using leading analytics. Enhancing the impact of diligence processes. Use commercial analytics to identify and unlock profitability improvements (e.g., customer/ product profitability, SKU rationalisation, pricing strategy, site/ network optimisation). Apply advanced analytics, including forecasting, scenario modelling, and predictive modelling to support better financial and commercial decision making. Develop and automate clear, impactful board and management reporting solutions, including dashboards and reports that provide business unit level insights with market context. Champion the use of AI and data driven techniques in all projects, leveraging tools such as large language models (LLMs) and other analytics platforms. Work closely within cross functional teams and engage directly with Unity Advisory Partners, coordinating project workstreams in a highly collaborative environment. Translate complex data findings into clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders, frequently presenting insights and reports to C level clients. What You Bring ACA, CIMA, or equivalent accounting/ finance certification. Proven experience in a consulting role (ideally Big Four or boutique), with a track record of delivering measurable client impact. Hands on experience in deals, transactions, or M&A (e.g., transaction services, due diligence, private equity portfolio support). Exceptional data management and analytical capability, including working with large datasets, financial models, and BI/ analytics tooling. Keen interest or exposure to artificial intelligence and large language models, with the willingness to learn and apply new AI/ LLM-based techniques in client work. Nice to Have Proficiency with analytics tools such as SQL, and or Python. Experience with data management/ visualisation platforms (e.g., Power BI, Databricks, Alteryx, or similar). Experienced in excel modelling (e.g. building 3 statement financial forecasts) Experience supporting private equity value creation initiatives (e.g. performance improvement, KPI redesign, operating model analytics). Working at Unity Advisory We offer a truly hybrid and flexible working environment and the opportunity to be at the forefront of AI driven advisory services. You'll be part of a highly collaborative, flat structured culture, empowered to contribute to the way we scale our business and support our clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing firm and accelerate your career in professional services. Additional Information At Unity Advisory, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we will accommodate any suitable candidate requiring assistance to attend or conduct an interview. If you need any adjustments or support, please let us know when either scheduling your interview or in your application cover letter. We are dedicated to ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and are here to support you throughout the process. PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from third party agencies.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Manager - Deals Analytics Location: Mayfair - Hybrid Type: Permanent Unity Advisory is a pure-play, experience-led CFO advisory firm providing integrated finance, commercial, tax and deals support. We are free from audit conflicts and AI-enabled by design, combining deep technical expertise with automation, analytics and AI built into the delivery of every engagement. We are building an alternative to traditional advisory firms, focused on clarity over complexity, outcomes over hours, and practical advice delivered at pace for CFOs making high-consequence decisions. We are now looking for a Senior Manager - Deals Analytics to join our growing team. The Role As a Deals and Value Creation Senior Manager in the Dealsteam, you will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced analytics and strategic insights to help our clients make better financial and commercial decisions throughout the deal lifecycle. You will be supporting both buy-side and sell-side transactions and delivering post deal value creation style projects, through the deployment of advanced analytics and AI, leveraging your commercial expertise and deals know-how. The Deals unit specialises in Deal Readiness, Value Creation, Decision Support, and Reporting Insights. In this role, you will lead projects across these areas challenging the status quo, harnessing cutting edge data analysis (including AI/ LLM tools), and collaborating closely with clients, other advisors and colleagues to drive tangible results. This role will also be pivotal in supporting our FDD team to reimagine the world of diligence, reducing reliance on low-value reporting and increasing client commercial value delivered through insightful analytics that evidence what matters most. This is a client facing, hands on position in a fast growing start up/ scale up environment, offering the chance to work on high impact engagements and help build a new kind of consultancy from the ground up. What You'll Do Critically assess and enhance clients' exit readiness by challenging the equity story, data landscape, KPIs, and business plan reporting to maximise exit value for clients preparing for a sale or IPO. Bring a critical eye and a commercial mind to both buy-side and sell-side diligence projects. Rapidly assess and present drivers of value to support or critically test the deal hypothesis using leading analytics. Enhancing the impact of diligence processes. Use commercial analytics to identify and unlock profitability improvements (e.g., customer/ product profitability, SKU rationalisation, pricing strategy, site/ network optimisation). Apply advanced analytics, including forecasting, scenario modelling, and predictive modelling to support better financial and commercial decision making. Develop and automate clear, impactful board and management reporting solutions, including dashboards and reports that provide business unit level insights with market context. Champion the use of AI and data driven techniques in all projects, leveraging tools such as large language models (LLMs) and other analytics platforms. Work closely within cross functional teams and engage directly with Unity Advisory Partners, coordinating project workstreams in a highly collaborative environment. Translate complex data findings into clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders, frequently presenting insights and reports to C level clients. What You Bring ACA, CIMA, or equivalent accounting/ finance certification. Proven experience in a consulting role (ideally Big Four or boutique), with a track record of delivering measurable client impact. Hands on experience in deals, transactions, or M&A (e.g., transaction services, due diligence, private equity portfolio support). Exceptional data management and analytical capability, including working with large datasets, financial models, and BI/ analytics tooling. Keen interest or exposure to artificial intelligence and large language models, with the willingness to learn and apply new AI/ LLM-based techniques in client work. Nice to Have Proficiency with analytics tools such as SQL, and or Python. Experience with data management/ visualisation platforms (e.g., Power BI, Databricks, Alteryx, or similar). Experienced in excel modelling (e.g. building 3 statement financial forecasts) Experience supporting private equity value creation initiatives (e.g. performance improvement, KPI redesign, operating model analytics). Working at Unity Advisory We offer a truly hybrid and flexible working environment and the opportunity to be at the forefront of AI driven advisory services. You'll be part of a highly collaborative, flat structured culture, empowered to contribute to the way we scale our business and support our clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing firm and accelerate your career in professional services. Additional Information At Unity Advisory, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we will accommodate any suitable candidate requiring assistance to attend or conduct an interview. If you need any adjustments or support, please let us know when either scheduling your interview or in your application cover letter. We are dedicated to ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and are here to support you throughout the process. PLEASE NOTE: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from third party agencies.
A great opportunity for an engaging Senior Consultant with strong analytical skills to play a leading role in the growth our data & analytics capability. About Q5 Q5 is a global organisation transformation consultancy that brings the Art & Science of Organisation Health to help our clients build better businesses worldwide. Since we were founded in 2009, we have had the privilege to partner with some of the world's leading businesses, providing them with expert analysis, creating dramatic new strategies, overhauling struggling operations, and making sure the right people, are in the right place, doing the right things for the business to thrive. What sets us apart though is not just what we do but how we do it. We take a partnership approach to our engagements, helping clients to come together and create tailored and comprehensive solutions that work for their business and context. Our working style is highly collaborative, which in practice means we enable their leaders with a structured approach and transformational expertise so that they can define, design, and deploy their vision. Analytics Hub Our Analytics Hub provides specialist capability in support of our consulting projects. It is an incredibly exciting time for the business, with the team growing rapidly and working across a wide spread of client challenges including: Financial analysis and scenario modelling to support strategic reorientation Analysis in support of operating model redesign Business transformation to reduce operating costs Modelling future state workforce needs Designing strategic management dashboards Culture diagnostics drawing together people and survey data About the Role We are looking for an experienced management consultant to join our growing Analytics Hub and take on a leading role across multiple assignments. The role will focus on delivering quant-focused consulting projects across a range of sectors and client challenges. You will also help with the growth of the practice including supporting development of proposals and creating new tools to solve client problems with data. To be successful in the role you will need to bring together solid quantitative skills, general consulting capabilities, and a collaborative, down-to-earth style. Key Responsibilities End-to-end delivery of consulting projects using a range of quantitative approaches Partner with clients and consulting teams to scope solutions and approaches Conduct analyses, develop high quality reporting and creation of management dashboards Creating insightful recommendations that lead to enhanced business outcomesAdvising clients and project teams Support the development of new approaches/analytics tools Support Business Development with proposals and materials Supervise and mentor junior members of the team 3+ years experience in management consulting or strategy roles Strong proficiency in data analysis and statistical modelling to drive improved business outcomes Advanced ability to produce high-quality, insightful outputs Experience building predictive models drawing on a variety of data sources Strong experience of diagnostics and developing quantitative models in excel Familiarity with R or Python Strong data visualisation skills and ability to design insightful and interactive dashboards using PowerBI / Tableau Understanding of strategy, operating model design, business operations and/or people analytics Proficient in handling large, complex, sensitive datasets including cleaning, preparing, transforming data Excellent communication skills and facilitation skills with the ability to explain complex results or concepts to non-data audiences Qualifications in a relevant quantitative discipline Finance Performance Related Bonus Contributory Pension Plan Life Assurance and Income Protection New Starter Loan Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Access to Digital GP and Wellbeing Apps Internal Wellbeing Programme Family & Lifestyle Electric Car and Cycle to Work Schemes Enhanced Parental Leave Subsidised eye tests and support with the cost prescribed glasses for DSE use
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
A great opportunity for an engaging Senior Consultant with strong analytical skills to play a leading role in the growth our data & analytics capability. About Q5 Q5 is a global organisation transformation consultancy that brings the Art & Science of Organisation Health to help our clients build better businesses worldwide. Since we were founded in 2009, we have had the privilege to partner with some of the world's leading businesses, providing them with expert analysis, creating dramatic new strategies, overhauling struggling operations, and making sure the right people, are in the right place, doing the right things for the business to thrive. What sets us apart though is not just what we do but how we do it. We take a partnership approach to our engagements, helping clients to come together and create tailored and comprehensive solutions that work for their business and context. Our working style is highly collaborative, which in practice means we enable their leaders with a structured approach and transformational expertise so that they can define, design, and deploy their vision. Analytics Hub Our Analytics Hub provides specialist capability in support of our consulting projects. It is an incredibly exciting time for the business, with the team growing rapidly and working across a wide spread of client challenges including: Financial analysis and scenario modelling to support strategic reorientation Analysis in support of operating model redesign Business transformation to reduce operating costs Modelling future state workforce needs Designing strategic management dashboards Culture diagnostics drawing together people and survey data About the Role We are looking for an experienced management consultant to join our growing Analytics Hub and take on a leading role across multiple assignments. The role will focus on delivering quant-focused consulting projects across a range of sectors and client challenges. You will also help with the growth of the practice including supporting development of proposals and creating new tools to solve client problems with data. To be successful in the role you will need to bring together solid quantitative skills, general consulting capabilities, and a collaborative, down-to-earth style. Key Responsibilities End-to-end delivery of consulting projects using a range of quantitative approaches Partner with clients and consulting teams to scope solutions and approaches Conduct analyses, develop high quality reporting and creation of management dashboards Creating insightful recommendations that lead to enhanced business outcomesAdvising clients and project teams Support the development of new approaches/analytics tools Support Business Development with proposals and materials Supervise and mentor junior members of the team 3+ years experience in management consulting or strategy roles Strong proficiency in data analysis and statistical modelling to drive improved business outcomes Advanced ability to produce high-quality, insightful outputs Experience building predictive models drawing on a variety of data sources Strong experience of diagnostics and developing quantitative models in excel Familiarity with R or Python Strong data visualisation skills and ability to design insightful and interactive dashboards using PowerBI / Tableau Understanding of strategy, operating model design, business operations and/or people analytics Proficient in handling large, complex, sensitive datasets including cleaning, preparing, transforming data Excellent communication skills and facilitation skills with the ability to explain complex results or concepts to non-data audiences Qualifications in a relevant quantitative discipline Finance Performance Related Bonus Contributory Pension Plan Life Assurance and Income Protection New Starter Loan Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Access to Digital GP and Wellbeing Apps Internal Wellbeing Programme Family & Lifestyle Electric Car and Cycle to Work Schemes Enhanced Parental Leave Subsidised eye tests and support with the cost prescribed glasses for DSE use
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced senior analyst to join the Business Intelligence Team within The Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance. As a senior analyst, you will be leading on the intelligence elements of transformational projects within the Greater Manchester Cancer System that supports both operational improvements and progress towards the early diagnosis ambition. Utilising strong communication skills, you will be able to present analytical outputs to a range of stakeholders ensuring message penetration at all levels. You will have experience of working within healthcare, or a related discipline, in an analytical capacity. To balance existing skills within the team, we especially welcome applicants with robust SQL, Python or data science experience. With support from your line manager and colleagues you will utilise your skills in dynamic work prioritisation, balancing evolving executive demands against long term projects. You will have experience managing analytical resource and are able to delegate responsibilities, where appropriate, effectively. Main duties of the job Key areas of responsibility include: Working with colleagues to scope and produce new business intelligence products - including self-service dashboards and briefing documents. Effective communication of findings, including verbally or via written reports and visualisations. Responding to dynamic, time sensitive 'ad hoc' intelligence requests from the Alliance Executive Coordinating the deployment of analytical products, ensuring stakeholders are empowered to utilise them on a self-service basis. Working collaboratively with analysts within the wider Greater Manchester system, including within Hospital Trusts and the Integrate Care Partnership. About us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Job responsibilities ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and expertise To lead on delegated projects, identifying risks, issues and dependencies, considering best practice and current options and ultimately making decisions in the best interest of the project.Pro-actively manage stakeholders, respond to and resolve conflict when this arises through facilitation or other appropriate mechanisms.Be responsible for a high standard of work supporting the delivery of projects on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner.Maintain the project initiation document and associated plans with regular team meetings to monitor progress and resources.Demonstrate effective stakeholder management.Support other project managers as and when required.Take into account the impact of any change the projects will have on the business and oversee handover of any products to ensure full ownership and buy-in within the business Advocate the projects at senior and executive levels and ensure active engagement and sponsorship within NHS as a whole.Ensure that the projects maintain business focus, have clear authority and that the context, including risks, is actively managed in alignment with the strategic priorities of NHS.Engage with senior BI representatives from BI teams across GM.Contribute to a collaborative working environment to share learning, innovation and resource.Co-ordination of communication & flows of data and reporting at local and regional level.Responsible for co-ordinating the activities, training and workload of the Band 5 analystsResponsible for system management of the GM Cancer presence within the GMHSCP Tableau environment (Data Sources, Reports) including detailed configuration of systems permissions affecting access to patient identifiable informationResponsible for assessing and planning the equipment needs of the GM Cancer Information Function Set-up and organisation Ensure delegated projects and initiatives are delivered on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner, adjusting plans as required.Contribute to the development of performance and governance strategies and the development and implementation of improvement programmes.Look for opportunities to reduce inefficiency and maximise the use of resource across the Service, and act upon them to deliver. Improving quality and outcomes To contribute to a robust process and system to produce insightful Cancer performance reporting across the GM region within modern BI Infrastructure.Develop population focused reporting working towards realisation of the GM Cancer Plan.To manage the delivery of delegated Cancer analysis for Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership (GMHSCP). These priorities will include assurance and accountability, commissioning, transformation, quality and safety, finance and policy and strategy developmentTo ensure that quality and outcomes are the focus of all analytical work undertakenTo ensure that clinical leadership is central to the delivery of all NHS England activities Communication and support To work closely with analysts in other key partner organisations, consistent with partnership agreements.Able to use input from stakeholders as part of the wider context of work and understand potential sources of bias.Can mentor others through understanding NHS context for their work.To work closely with national and regional executives and their senior teams, championing the use of analysis and insight to improve decision-making on key priorities across NHS EnglandTo develop strong networks with key internal and external stakeholders and partners to ensure alignment and coordination of work to maximise impact. Data and information Develop safe yet functional flows of data from the various sources of cancer data, both national and local to deliver a GM & GMEC system view.Developing reports summarising status on issues, appraising outcomes, and providing progress reports for the Head of Department.Collate as required, a range of information and lead appropriate analysis to develop robust business cases and contribute to project products.Analyse, interpret and present data to highlight issues, risks and support decision making.Undertaking risk assessments in line with the G&SCP risk assessment processDevelop efficient processes for data collection, transformation and extraction.Develop robust and efficient datasets to feed the requirements of the business intelligence team. They will manage the dissemination of datasets to be available for data visualisation. Planning, Development of Service and reporting To use analytical techniques appropriately to improve decision making in support of NHS Englands core objectives.To ensure that analytical resources are focused on areas where they can have maximum impact.To develop excellent relationships with external providers of information and analysis and ensure alignment and fit.Awareness and practice of NHS Englands relevant external processes for decision making in progressing options, business cases or policy development. For example, economic impact assessment, health impact assessment and strategic needs assessments.They will manage projects to deliver key reporting enhancements to support the collaboration of existing work. They will develop and implement original and innovative solutions to BI problems across the system, to facilitate operational transformation.Responsible for proposing and drafting changes, implementation and interpretation to policies, guidelines and service level agreements (SLAs) which may impact service.Proposes changes to own function making recommendations for other service delivery. Person Specification Values and Behaviours Committed to quality in all that they do Values diversity and difference and promotes equality of opportunity Committed to working to help clinicians deliver better outcomes for patients Committed to patient and carer involvement in the development of health services Committed to the use of evidence and clinical consensus to bring about change Operates with integrity and openness Committed to personal development and supporting others to do the same Energetic and enthusiastic, capable of generating enthusiasm in others Qualifications Educated to Degree level in a relevant subject (such as Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Operational Research, or a related quantitative or analytical discipline) or equivalent level of qualification or significant equivalent previous proven experience in specialist area. Knowledge and Experience Understanding of NHS / Local Authority data flows & legislation linked to performance, planning & accountability frameworks pertaining to the NHS. Experience of triangulating data from different sources and demonstrate an appreciation of the differences that might occur in large datasets Experience of working in Health and Social Care services as either a provider or commissioner. . click apply for full job details
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced senior analyst to join the Business Intelligence Team within The Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance. As a senior analyst, you will be leading on the intelligence elements of transformational projects within the Greater Manchester Cancer System that supports both operational improvements and progress towards the early diagnosis ambition. Utilising strong communication skills, you will be able to present analytical outputs to a range of stakeholders ensuring message penetration at all levels. You will have experience of working within healthcare, or a related discipline, in an analytical capacity. To balance existing skills within the team, we especially welcome applicants with robust SQL, Python or data science experience. With support from your line manager and colleagues you will utilise your skills in dynamic work prioritisation, balancing evolving executive demands against long term projects. You will have experience managing analytical resource and are able to delegate responsibilities, where appropriate, effectively. Main duties of the job Key areas of responsibility include: Working with colleagues to scope and produce new business intelligence products - including self-service dashboards and briefing documents. Effective communication of findings, including verbally or via written reports and visualisations. Responding to dynamic, time sensitive 'ad hoc' intelligence requests from the Alliance Executive Coordinating the deployment of analytical products, ensuring stakeholders are empowered to utilise them on a self-service basis. Working collaboratively with analysts within the wider Greater Manchester system, including within Hospital Trusts and the Integrate Care Partnership. About us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Job responsibilities ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and expertise To lead on delegated projects, identifying risks, issues and dependencies, considering best practice and current options and ultimately making decisions in the best interest of the project.Pro-actively manage stakeholders, respond to and resolve conflict when this arises through facilitation or other appropriate mechanisms.Be responsible for a high standard of work supporting the delivery of projects on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner.Maintain the project initiation document and associated plans with regular team meetings to monitor progress and resources.Demonstrate effective stakeholder management.Support other project managers as and when required.Take into account the impact of any change the projects will have on the business and oversee handover of any products to ensure full ownership and buy-in within the business Advocate the projects at senior and executive levels and ensure active engagement and sponsorship within NHS as a whole.Ensure that the projects maintain business focus, have clear authority and that the context, including risks, is actively managed in alignment with the strategic priorities of NHS.Engage with senior BI representatives from BI teams across GM.Contribute to a collaborative working environment to share learning, innovation and resource.Co-ordination of communication & flows of data and reporting at local and regional level.Responsible for co-ordinating the activities, training and workload of the Band 5 analystsResponsible for system management of the GM Cancer presence within the GMHSCP Tableau environment (Data Sources, Reports) including detailed configuration of systems permissions affecting access to patient identifiable informationResponsible for assessing and planning the equipment needs of the GM Cancer Information Function Set-up and organisation Ensure delegated projects and initiatives are delivered on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner, adjusting plans as required.Contribute to the development of performance and governance strategies and the development and implementation of improvement programmes.Look for opportunities to reduce inefficiency and maximise the use of resource across the Service, and act upon them to deliver. Improving quality and outcomes To contribute to a robust process and system to produce insightful Cancer performance reporting across the GM region within modern BI Infrastructure.Develop population focused reporting working towards realisation of the GM Cancer Plan.To manage the delivery of delegated Cancer analysis for Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership (GMHSCP). These priorities will include assurance and accountability, commissioning, transformation, quality and safety, finance and policy and strategy developmentTo ensure that quality and outcomes are the focus of all analytical work undertakenTo ensure that clinical leadership is central to the delivery of all NHS England activities Communication and support To work closely with analysts in other key partner organisations, consistent with partnership agreements.Able to use input from stakeholders as part of the wider context of work and understand potential sources of bias.Can mentor others through understanding NHS context for their work.To work closely with national and regional executives and their senior teams, championing the use of analysis and insight to improve decision-making on key priorities across NHS EnglandTo develop strong networks with key internal and external stakeholders and partners to ensure alignment and coordination of work to maximise impact. Data and information Develop safe yet functional flows of data from the various sources of cancer data, both national and local to deliver a GM & GMEC system view.Developing reports summarising status on issues, appraising outcomes, and providing progress reports for the Head of Department.Collate as required, a range of information and lead appropriate analysis to develop robust business cases and contribute to project products.Analyse, interpret and present data to highlight issues, risks and support decision making.Undertaking risk assessments in line with the G&SCP risk assessment processDevelop efficient processes for data collection, transformation and extraction.Develop robust and efficient datasets to feed the requirements of the business intelligence team. They will manage the dissemination of datasets to be available for data visualisation. Planning, Development of Service and reporting To use analytical techniques appropriately to improve decision making in support of NHS Englands core objectives.To ensure that analytical resources are focused on areas where they can have maximum impact.To develop excellent relationships with external providers of information and analysis and ensure alignment and fit.Awareness and practice of NHS Englands relevant external processes for decision making in progressing options, business cases or policy development. For example, economic impact assessment, health impact assessment and strategic needs assessments.They will manage projects to deliver key reporting enhancements to support the collaboration of existing work. They will develop and implement original and innovative solutions to BI problems across the system, to facilitate operational transformation.Responsible for proposing and drafting changes, implementation and interpretation to policies, guidelines and service level agreements (SLAs) which may impact service.Proposes changes to own function making recommendations for other service delivery. Person Specification Values and Behaviours Committed to quality in all that they do Values diversity and difference and promotes equality of opportunity Committed to working to help clinicians deliver better outcomes for patients Committed to patient and carer involvement in the development of health services Committed to the use of evidence and clinical consensus to bring about change Operates with integrity and openness Committed to personal development and supporting others to do the same Energetic and enthusiastic, capable of generating enthusiasm in others Qualifications Educated to Degree level in a relevant subject (such as Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Operational Research, or a related quantitative or analytical discipline) or equivalent level of qualification or significant equivalent previous proven experience in specialist area. Knowledge and Experience Understanding of NHS / Local Authority data flows & legislation linked to performance, planning & accountability frameworks pertaining to the NHS. Experience of triangulating data from different sources and demonstrate an appreciation of the differences that might occur in large datasets Experience of working in Health and Social Care services as either a provider or commissioner. . click apply for full job details
Head of Business Performance The closing date is 25 February 2026 The Head of Business Performance leads the organisation's planning and performance framework, ensuring the effective delivery of strategic objectives. The role is responsible for coordinating organisation-wide planning, monitoring performance and efficiency, and providing strategic insight to senior leaders and the Board. Key responsibilities include leading and developing the Planning and Performance Team; overseeing long-term strategic planning and portfolio management; and supporting and deputising for the Chief Operating Officer on planning and performance matters. The post holder will work closely with Finance and Infrastructure colleagues to ensure integrated planning and robust decision making. The role also involves attending Board and Committee meetings, managing sensitive strategic information, and acting as the Senior Information Risk Officer, providing assurance that information risk is effectively managed across the organisation. Main duties of the job The Head of Business Performance is responsible for the development of the organisation's planning framework, ensuring achievement of the organisation's strategic aims, leading the strategic planning delivery and portfolio management arrangements. To manage the day-to-day activities of the Planning team, referring matters to the Chief Operating Officer as appropriate. To monitor performance and efficiency across the organisation Co ordinate organisation-wide planning and performance activities To support the Chief Operating Officer and Infrastructure in servicing the Steering Board Committee on Planning matters To deputise for the Chief Operating Officer and Infrastructure in their planning and performance role To develop the capacity and capability of the Planning and Performance Team ensuring that it is fit for purpose Long term strategic planning To attend Board and Committee meetings as requested - communication of sensitive and strategic information To perform the responsibilities of this role in a way that enhances the reputation of the organisation by ensuring the creation and delivery of its plans To undertake all duties as directed by the Chief Operating Officer, primarily in relation to Planning and Performance but also working within the Finance and Infrastructure Directorate and across the Organisation Directly accountable as the Senior Information Risk Officer. About us Please note that as an organisation NHS LPP has been hosted by Guy's & St Thomas' (GSTT) NHS Foundation Trust since 2012 and provides the legal framework and supporting services under which NHS LPP operates. However, NHS LPP is a membership organisation funded and governed by its members and not GSTT. NHS LPP staff are employed by GSTT. NHS LPP develops and manages collaborative procurement projects on behalf of its members including acute, community and mental health trusts, as well as CCGs. NHS LPP has a number of members outside of London. This role requires the postholder to manage collaborative procurement within the normal NHS membership but also work with other public sector bodies, advising and managing their procurement processes to deliver benefit to the wider public sector. The organisation will continue to develop as a centre of commercial excellence that delivers significant and sustainable cost and service improvements to all stakeholders primarily in the London NHS economy but also outside London. NHS LPP are proud to be accredited for disability awareness & Investors in People. Job responsibilities Lead the NHS LPP's performance, business intelligence and systems functions, delivering high quality insights, dashboards and reporting that drive strategic, operational and financial decision making. Develop, implement and maintain a robust Performance Management Framework and Strategy, ensuring delivery of the organisation's strategic goals, operating plan and compliance requirements. Act on behalf of the Chief Operating Officer as organisational lead for performance, holding delivery and enabling functions to account, managing performance reviews and escalating issues where required. Oversee data governance, benchmarking and advanced analytics to identify performance variation, productivity improvement and efficiency opportunities, driving progression towards upper quartile performance. Provide timely, insightful performance reporting and analysis to Executive, Board and external stakeholders to inform planning, resource allocation and risk management. Lead business development activity, including service level agreements, tender responses, commercial opportunities and stakeholder partnerships, ensuring opportunities are risk assessed, financially sustainable and aligned to strategic objectives. Support strategic service transformation through complex data analysis, modelling and forecasting, informing business cases, system wide cost reduction initiatives and collaborative working across ICBs, Trusts and partners. Ensure compliance with governance, legal, regulatory and host organisation (GSTT) requirements, maintaining effective risk management, information governance and assurance frameworks. Provide senior leadership across NHS LPP, including deputising for the Chief Operating Officer when required, leading multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and driving a high performing, inclusive culture. Lead continuous improvement of systems, processes and policies to enhance organisational effectiveness, governance and value for members and stakeholders. Qualifications Masters/MBA level qualification or equivalent Masters in Accounting or experience or training Evidence of continual professional development Fellow of ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA or CIPFA Knowledge & Experience Extensive experience working in a senior management role within a large, multifaceted healthcare environment, or equivalent, demonstrating a successful track record of delivering effective healthcare services including staff; financial; and change management Evidence of delivering successful strategic and operational performance management and clearly demonstrating improvement in the quality of service delivery at a strategic level, including business case preparation, service initiation, contract negotiation, and the development and monitoring of outcome and output measures. Extensive experience of working in a complex, multi agency environment and across organisational boundaries Demonstrable experience of advising the board on strategic options regarding service delivery Experience of working in different parts of the healthcare system Personal Qualities High degree of commitment to Trust values and evidence of actively modelling the associated behaviours High level of work organisation, self motivation, drive for performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude Strong sense of commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role. Skills & Abilities Strong leadership, interpersonal skills and authority; able to successfully foster and manage inter relationships between own unit and other Directorates. Statistical packages such as R, Python or SPSS. Reporting packages such as Power BI or Tableau. Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. £99,808 to £113,803 a year Per annum - Inclusive HCA
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Business Performance The closing date is 25 February 2026 The Head of Business Performance leads the organisation's planning and performance framework, ensuring the effective delivery of strategic objectives. The role is responsible for coordinating organisation-wide planning, monitoring performance and efficiency, and providing strategic insight to senior leaders and the Board. Key responsibilities include leading and developing the Planning and Performance Team; overseeing long-term strategic planning and portfolio management; and supporting and deputising for the Chief Operating Officer on planning and performance matters. The post holder will work closely with Finance and Infrastructure colleagues to ensure integrated planning and robust decision making. The role also involves attending Board and Committee meetings, managing sensitive strategic information, and acting as the Senior Information Risk Officer, providing assurance that information risk is effectively managed across the organisation. Main duties of the job The Head of Business Performance is responsible for the development of the organisation's planning framework, ensuring achievement of the organisation's strategic aims, leading the strategic planning delivery and portfolio management arrangements. To manage the day-to-day activities of the Planning team, referring matters to the Chief Operating Officer as appropriate. To monitor performance and efficiency across the organisation Co ordinate organisation-wide planning and performance activities To support the Chief Operating Officer and Infrastructure in servicing the Steering Board Committee on Planning matters To deputise for the Chief Operating Officer and Infrastructure in their planning and performance role To develop the capacity and capability of the Planning and Performance Team ensuring that it is fit for purpose Long term strategic planning To attend Board and Committee meetings as requested - communication of sensitive and strategic information To perform the responsibilities of this role in a way that enhances the reputation of the organisation by ensuring the creation and delivery of its plans To undertake all duties as directed by the Chief Operating Officer, primarily in relation to Planning and Performance but also working within the Finance and Infrastructure Directorate and across the Organisation Directly accountable as the Senior Information Risk Officer. About us Please note that as an organisation NHS LPP has been hosted by Guy's & St Thomas' (GSTT) NHS Foundation Trust since 2012 and provides the legal framework and supporting services under which NHS LPP operates. However, NHS LPP is a membership organisation funded and governed by its members and not GSTT. NHS LPP staff are employed by GSTT. NHS LPP develops and manages collaborative procurement projects on behalf of its members including acute, community and mental health trusts, as well as CCGs. NHS LPP has a number of members outside of London. This role requires the postholder to manage collaborative procurement within the normal NHS membership but also work with other public sector bodies, advising and managing their procurement processes to deliver benefit to the wider public sector. The organisation will continue to develop as a centre of commercial excellence that delivers significant and sustainable cost and service improvements to all stakeholders primarily in the London NHS economy but also outside London. NHS LPP are proud to be accredited for disability awareness & Investors in People. Job responsibilities Lead the NHS LPP's performance, business intelligence and systems functions, delivering high quality insights, dashboards and reporting that drive strategic, operational and financial decision making. Develop, implement and maintain a robust Performance Management Framework and Strategy, ensuring delivery of the organisation's strategic goals, operating plan and compliance requirements. Act on behalf of the Chief Operating Officer as organisational lead for performance, holding delivery and enabling functions to account, managing performance reviews and escalating issues where required. Oversee data governance, benchmarking and advanced analytics to identify performance variation, productivity improvement and efficiency opportunities, driving progression towards upper quartile performance. Provide timely, insightful performance reporting and analysis to Executive, Board and external stakeholders to inform planning, resource allocation and risk management. Lead business development activity, including service level agreements, tender responses, commercial opportunities and stakeholder partnerships, ensuring opportunities are risk assessed, financially sustainable and aligned to strategic objectives. Support strategic service transformation through complex data analysis, modelling and forecasting, informing business cases, system wide cost reduction initiatives and collaborative working across ICBs, Trusts and partners. Ensure compliance with governance, legal, regulatory and host organisation (GSTT) requirements, maintaining effective risk management, information governance and assurance frameworks. Provide senior leadership across NHS LPP, including deputising for the Chief Operating Officer when required, leading multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and driving a high performing, inclusive culture. Lead continuous improvement of systems, processes and policies to enhance organisational effectiveness, governance and value for members and stakeholders. Qualifications Masters/MBA level qualification or equivalent Masters in Accounting or experience or training Evidence of continual professional development Fellow of ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA or CIPFA Knowledge & Experience Extensive experience working in a senior management role within a large, multifaceted healthcare environment, or equivalent, demonstrating a successful track record of delivering effective healthcare services including staff; financial; and change management Evidence of delivering successful strategic and operational performance management and clearly demonstrating improvement in the quality of service delivery at a strategic level, including business case preparation, service initiation, contract negotiation, and the development and monitoring of outcome and output measures. Extensive experience of working in a complex, multi agency environment and across organisational boundaries Demonstrable experience of advising the board on strategic options regarding service delivery Experience of working in different parts of the healthcare system Personal Qualities High degree of commitment to Trust values and evidence of actively modelling the associated behaviours High level of work organisation, self motivation, drive for performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude Strong sense of commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role. Skills & Abilities Strong leadership, interpersonal skills and authority; able to successfully foster and manage inter relationships between own unit and other Directorates. Statistical packages such as R, Python or SPSS. Reporting packages such as Power BI or Tableau. Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. £99,808 to £113,803 a year Per annum - Inclusive HCA
