job interview

tell me about yourself

• i am a second year student in swansea university studying BSc Actuarial Science.

• With a passion for data analysis

• During my studies i have gained valuable skills in data analysis and i am Proficient in R Studio and Microsoft Excel.

• over the summer i gained experience in medical assistance and providing client support with my internship at charles taylor.

• i am excited to do a placement year in this feild as i am keen to drive healthcare improvements through data analysis.

Why are you interested in working with NHS Wales Executive?

• i am drawn to role’s focusing on improving healthcare services and patient outcomes.

• i am passionate about using data-driven insights to enhance healthcare delivery.

• and i am keen to work with diverse health boards and contribute to data analysis in healthcare.

• this role aligns heavily with my academic background and future career goals.

Strengths and weakness

• Strengths:

  • Strong attention to detail (developed through Actuarial Science).

  • Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex data clearly.

• Weaknesses:

  • One weakness I’ve been working on is being a bit of a people pleaser. I naturally want to ensure everyone is happy and satisfied with my work, which sometimes leads me to take on too many responsibilities or overcommit

  • for example i took on alot this year helping people due to being on the swansea cheer club comitee whilst still undergoing my studies which lead to some stressful days however ive sinced lessened my load as i want to focus more on my studies.

Can you give an example of when you worked as part of a team to achieve a goal?

• during my time at the Premier Inn i Worked with a team to ensure timely room cleaning during busy periods.

• this meant effective communication and task prioritization was needed to meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

• it taught me the importance of collaboration and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.

How do you prioritize tasks when working under pressure?

• i like to prioritize my tasks based on urgency

• for example when i worked for charles taylor there were multiple time-sensitive cases that i would send off to be completed by prioritizing urgent tasks.

• as well when i have multiple assignments due within the span of a few weeks i prioritise completing the ones i find more challenging first.

• my approach will always be to stay calm and manage workload effectively.

Tell me about a time you had to analyze a large set of data. How did you approach it?

ive had multiple questions within courseworks where i needed to analyse the association between two variables

in this case i will use R to perform the appropriate tests and corrections

i recently had a question where i needed to investigate whether there was an association between age group and home ownership

and i approached this by checking which appropriate test to use first based on conditions. i then completed the test and came to the appropriate conclusion.

Why should we hire you for this position?

• Strong background in data analysis, statistical testing, and Excel.

• Actuarial Science degree and internship at Charles Taylor prepared me to handle complex datasets.

• Passionate about improving healthcare outcomes through data-driven decision-making.

• Confident I can contribute positively to the team and make valuable contributions

Why did you choose to pursue a degree in a highly numerate subject, and how does it relate to this role?

• Chose Actuarial Science because of my interest in maths, statistics, and problem-solving.

• The degree focuses on data analysis and statistical methods, skills directly applicable to this role.

• Excited to apply these skills in a healthcare setting to improve data analysis and decision-making.

How do you handle feedback or constructive criticism?

• View feedback as an opportunity for growth.

• Example: Received feedback on improving the clarity of my data visualizations.

• Actively seek to improve based on feedback, applying it to future projects for better results.

Are you comfortable using Excel?

Yes, I’m highly confident using Excel for data analysis. I’m comfortable with Pivot Tables for summarizing data, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP for cross-referencing data, and advanced formulas like SUMIFS and COUNTIFS to identify trends. I also enjoy creating charts and graphs to visualize data, making it easier for non-technical stakeholders to understand key insights.

Can you explain what R Studio is and how you’ve used it?

• R Studio is a platform for data analysis, statistical testing, and data visualization.

• Mention you’ve used R Studio to:

  • Analyze large datasets. and test for associations between variables

  • Create regression models to identify patterns.

  • Visualize data in forms of histograms and boxplots