Data, Intelligence & Insight Systems Manager - INTERNAL
Added 8 Oct · still live
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Salary
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£55,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2132 (81% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,000, and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2133 (IT business analysts, architects and systems designers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2132 IT managers Most likely code | £38,500 | £44,000 | £49,500 | £55,000 |
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers Also possible | £38,400 | £43,900 | £49,400 | £54,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
We are seeking an experienced and highly knowledgeable individual to take on the role of Data, Intelligence & Insight System Manager. This key leadership position is responsible for the operational management, performance, development, and continuous improvement of the Welsh Patient Administration System (WPAS) service, ensuring the system effectively supports clinical and operational services across the organisation.
This opportunity is open to internal applicants only due to the requirement for extensive WPAS expertise, detailed understanding of existing organisational processes, and the need to provide immediate leadership within a critical service area.
Main duties of the job
The System Manager will lead the day-to-day management of the WPAS service, providing strategic and operational oversight to ensure the system meets the needs of patients, clinicians, managers, and administrative teams. The service is also responsible for patient correspondence which includes the patient letters generated by the system and the Health Board’s patient reminder service.
You will work collaboratively with clinical, operational, digital, and information teams to maintain system performance, support service delivery, drive improvements, and ensure compliance with organisational and national requirements.
The successful candidate will act as the subject matter expert for WPAS, providing professional leadership and guidance on system functionality, service developments, data quality, and operational best practice.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and /or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
We are seeking an experienced and highly knowledgeable individual to take on the role of Data, Intelligence & Insight System Manager. This key leadership position is responsible for the operational management, performance, development, and continuous improvement of the Welsh Patient Administration System (WPAS) service, ensuring the system effectively supports clinical and operational services across the organisation.
This opportunity is open to internal applicants only due to the requirement for extensive WPAS expertise, detailed understanding of existing organisational processes, and the need to provide immediate leadership within a critical service area.
Main duties of the job
The System Manager will lead the day-to-day management of the WPAS service, providing strategic and operational oversight to ensure the system meets the needs of patients, clinicians, managers, and administrative teams. The service is also responsible for patient correspondence which includes the patient letters generated by the system and the Health Board’s patient reminder service.
You will work collaboratively with clinical, operational, digital, and information teams to maintain system performance, support service delivery, drive improvements, and ensure compliance with organisational and national requirements.
The successful candidate will act as the subject matter expert for WPAS, providing professional leadership and guidance on system functionality, service developments, data quality, and operational best practice.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and /or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
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- Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the WPAS team, ensuring delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused service.
- Provide expert advice on WPAS configuration, functionality, business processes, and service developments.
- Develop and implement system improvements to support organisational priorities and service transformation.
- Ensure robust governance arrangements are maintained, including data quality, system access, compliance, and risk management.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with operational, clinical, and digital stakeholders.
- Monitor service performance and implement actions to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and user experience.
- Lead on incident management, problem resolution, and service continuity planning relating to WPAS.
- Support strategic planning and future development of patient administration system services.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Qualifications And Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Masters degree in Health Informatics or equivalent relevant experience
- Management qualification
Essential criteria
- Extensive experience in a senior DDaT role.
- Evidence of knowledge of data collection and standards
Essential criteria
- Problem solving skills
- Expert analytical skills
- Ability to deal with change
- Ability to manage complex and competing demands
- Specialist IT skills
- Excellent prioritisation skills
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
IT managers (SOC 2132) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~224k in sampleSOC 2132
- Middle half £43,316–71,396
- Median £56,056
- Going rate £55,000
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,500–49,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2132 going rate of £55,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.