People Analytics Specialist - HR Performance & Insights

Sharaf DG; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in Dubai is seeking a People Analytics Specialist to lead HR data initiatives and enhance performance visibility through advanced analytics. This role involves building dashboards, analyzing workforce metrics, and supporting HR functions like performance and talent management. The ideal candidate will have a background in HR analytics, strong technical skills in SQL and Power BI, and the ability to drive insights for strategic decisions. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in the field are essential for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years in HR Analytics or Business Analytics with a strong HR focus.
• Ability to build analytical tools and deliver insights.
• Experience with HRIS, LMS, ATS.

Responsibilities

• Define KPIs and build Power BI dashboards.
• Design and automate reports for workforce metrics.
• Conduct root cause analyses and maintain HR data repository.

Skills

Advanced SQL

Power BI

Statistical Analysis

Data Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or HR

Postgraduate diploma in Analytics, HRM, or Data Science

Tools

Python

R

Power Automate

Alteryx

Job description

People Analytics Specialist - HR Performance & Insights

Job Overview
The ideal candidate will independently manage HR data lifecycles, build interactive dashboards, and generate actionable workforce insights. A deep understanding of HR systems, KPIs, and advanced analytics tools is essential, along with the ability to work across HR functions such as performance, talent, compensation, and L&D.

Key Responsibilities
Performance Automation

* Define KPIs for critical and frontline roles with COEs, HRBPs, and operations
* Map leading/lagging indicators and correlate performance variables using data models
* Build and maintain Power BI dashboards with hourly refresh and peer benchmarking
* Integrate nudges, insights, and alerts to drive individual performance actionability
* Apply statistical methods to evaluate the ROI of performance interventions
* Own the end-to-end roadmap for HR performance visibility and automation

Broader People Analytics

* Design and automate dashboards for attrition, recruitment funnel, learning impact, and engagement metrics
* Perform segmentation, trend analysis, and forecasting for workforce planning
* Support COEs (e.g., C&B, L&D, Talent Acquisition) with program analytics and success metrics
* Drive HR reviews through curated insights and executive-ready data storytelling
* Conduct root cause analyses in areas like absenteeism, mobility, span of control
* Maintain a centralized HR data repository with quality checks and governance
* Lead A/B tests and experiments to validate HR initiatives and interventions
* Standardize and distribute scorecards to HR and business leadership

Job Requirements
Education

* Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or HR
* Postgraduate diploma in Analytics, HRM, or Data Science is preferred

Experience

* 4 7 years in HR Analytics or Business Analytics with a strong HR domain focus
* Proven ability to build analytical tools and deliver insights to HR and leadership

Technical Skills

* Advanced SQL and Power BI (required)
* Python or R for statistical analysis (preferred)
* Familiarity with HRIS, LMS, ATS, and data integration concepts
* Knowledge of workflow tools (e.g., Power Automate, Alteryx) is a plus

Behavioral Skills

* High ownership and self-drive to lead independently
* Strong business communication and stakeholder alignment abilities
* Ability to distill complex data into clear, strategic recommendations
* Comfortable working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments

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