Operational Analyst

Job Title: Operational Analyst Location: Hybrid in Sheffield Salary: £26,208 p.a. Salary will increase from 1 April to meet the Real Living Wage of £27,976. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Right to live and work in the UK is required for this role. Role Summary We're looking for an Operational Analyst to support data-driven demand forecasting and capacity planning. You'll manage key data sources, produce performance insights, and work closely with teams across the business to help improve efficiency, productivity, and service delivery. Main Duties And Responsibilities Support forecasting and capacity planning activities with senior team members Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and validate operational data Analyse trends and key factors impacting performance to inform planning Maintain accurate data sources and reporting outputs Organise team data and documentation to support effective delivery Contribute positively in line with Optima Health values Complete additional tasks as required to support the team Experience, Skills, And Knowledge Required For The Role Basic knowledge of resource and capacity planning Exposure to analytics and modelling with strong attention to detail Strong Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to analyse and present quantitative and qualitative data Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify improvement opportunities Logical thinker, able to build clear and persuasive arguments Resilient and adaptable when managing challenges and change Strong organisational skills with a focus on accurate, fit-for-purpose reporting Ability to build and maintain trusted working relationships Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to learn What Can We Offer You? 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme Life Assurance Pension Scheme Health Cash Plan Volunteer Days YuLife Employee Benefits Platform Save As You Earn Scheme Eye Test Vouchers Flu Vaccination Scheme Cycle to work scheme Clinical Training Academy Paid CPD Days Professional Registration Fees Paid RAVE Awards Employee Assistance Programme Right to Request Flexible Working From Day 1 About Us Optima Health is the UK's largest provider of Occupational Health and wellbeing services, supporting organisations across both the public and private sectors. With a heritage dating back to 1947, we have been helping employers create healthier, high-performing workplaces for generations, and we continue to evolve with innovative, practical solutions that make a real difference. At the heart of our story are our people. We bring together like-minded professionals who are passionate about improving workplace health and wellbeing and delivering meaningful support to the organisations we work with across the UK. When you join Optima Health, you become part of something bigger. We invest in our people/you through structured induction, ongoing training and tailored career development, helping you build the skills and experience to grow your career. Together, We Live Our Values One Team – There are no barriers in our business. We trust each other and work together as one team to deliver what our clients need. We all have a part to play in our future, and everyone's contribution is important and valued. Doing the Right Thing – We operate to the highest standards. Success is underpinned by honesty and integrity, and by doing what we say we will do. We care about the impact of our work on our people, our clients, their employees, society, and the world we live in. Caring for our colleagues' wellbeing and respecting their time, energy and balance is fundamental to this value. Shaping Tomorrow – We are always looking for ways to improve and innovate. We train, support and empower future leaders, invest in market-leading propositions and use technology to advance service and clinical outcomes. We evolve how we work - embracing smater, more flexible approaches that help our people thrive both professionally and personally. Never Too Big to Care – We always retain a client-first approach. Every client, and every one of their employees that we support, matters. We work in partnership to optimise workplace health and wellbeing, sharing in the benefits of growing together Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation. All salaries are displayed as Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Documents JD0284 Operational Analyst.pdf (106.34 KB) Apply Now J-18808-Ljbffr