Human Resources Data Analyst

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development

Access to analytics tools

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Human Resources Data Analyst to join a forward-thinking, fully remote team. You will collect, clean, and analyze HR data to reveal trends, support workforce planning, and drive data-driven HR decisions.

You’ll build dashboards and reports that translate complex metrics into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders. We value strong analytics, experience with HRIS systems, and data visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in HR analytics or similar data analysis role.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python/R).
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of HR principles, metrics, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and organize HR data from various sources (HRIS, payroll, performance systems).
• Analyze HR metrics and KPIs related to recruitment, retention, engagement, performance, and compensation.
• Develop and generate regular HR reports and dashboards for management.
• Identify trends and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Create data visualizations to communicate findings to non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with HR stakeholders to understand data needs and provide analytical support.
• Forecast workforce trends and identify risks or opportunities.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Recommend improvements to HR processes and policies based on data analysis.

Skills

HR analytics

Data visualization

Excel

SQL

Python/R

Tableau

Power BI

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Workday

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a skilled Human Resources Data Analyst to join their forward-thinking team. This role will be based remotely, offering the ultimate flexibility for candidates who thrive on data-driven insights and strategic HR planning. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting HR data to identify trends, inform decision-making, and improve HR processes and outcomes. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization tools, and a solid understanding of HR metrics and reporting. Your insights will be crucial in shaping talent management, workforce planning, and employee engagement strategies for the organization, irrespective of the central office location in Kimberley, Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and organize HR data from various sources (HRIS, payroll, performance systems, etc.).
• Analyze HR metrics and KPIs related to recruitment, retention, employee engagement, performance, and compensation.
• Develop and generate regular HR reports and dashboards for management.
• Identify trends, patterns, and insights within HR data to support strategic decision-making.
• Create data visualizations to effectively communicate findings to a non-technical audience.
• Collaborate with HR stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Assist in forecasting workforce trends and identifying potential risks or opportunities.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Recommend improvements to HR processes and policies based on data analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Human Resources, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR analytics or a similar data analysis role.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python/R).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of HR principles, metrics, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fully remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement for maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on strategic HR initiatives.
• Access to cutting-edge analytics tools and technologies.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Contribution to a data-driven approach to HR.
• Supportive virtual team environment.