Data Analyst - SAP Success Factors

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking a Data Analyst to support SAP SuccessFactors Story Reporting and HR data in Reading, via Pertemps Thames Water. The role focuses on preserving historical reporting while building new analytics capabilities and ensuring data quality.

You will develop interactive Story Reports and Power BI dashboards, translating business requirements into effective reporting solutions with SQL and DAX techniques. Hybrid working arrangements apply for a 24-week contract.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with Power BI and SQL.
• Strong experience with HR / People data.
• Practical experience with SAP SuccessFactors reporting and HR data.
• Experience with SuccessFactors data mapping, validation, migration and testing.
• Experience supporting reporting across legacy HR systems and SuccessFactors.
• Experience with Power BI RLS.

Responsibilities

• Work with business stakeholders to understand HR data and reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain interactive SuccessFactors Story Reports translating business requirements into reporting solutions.
• Develop and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and reports using DAX, SQL and effective data visualization techniques.
• Build, maintain and document data models, measures, calculations, filters, slicers and drill-down functionality.
• Support SuccessFactors data mapping, migration, validation and testing activities.
• Support integration of SuccessFactors data with existing Power BI reporting and legacy HR data to maintain historical trend analysis.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy and consistency across reporting solutions.
• Support reporting through SuccessFactors implementation, go-live and post-go-live activities.

Skills

Power BI

SQL

HR / People data

SAP SuccessFactors

Story Reporting

Power BI RLS

Data modeling

Data quality

Analytical thinking

Tools

DAX

Job description

The Data Analyst - SAP Success Factors position in Reading, offered through Pertemps Thames Water, is a full-time contract paying £400 daily. This role supports existing People Analytics reporting and the shift toward SuccessFactors-based systems, preserving historical output while building new capabilities. Responsibilities include gathering HR reporting requirements from stakeholders and developing interactive Story Reports. Strong expertise in SAP SuccessFactors Story Reporting is essential, alongside proficiency in at least one of SAC, Power BI, or SQL. The postholder converts complex information into actionable insights, ensuring continuity of legacy reporting and advancing analytics functions. This contract suits an analyst experienced in HR systems and modern visualisation tools.

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Data Analyst with experience of SAP Success Factors to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will also have strong experience in SAP SuccessFactors Story Reporting and ideally one or all of SAC, Power BI and SQL, with the ability to turn complex data into meaningful insights for informed business decisions. The role will support both existing People Analytics reporting and the transition to SuccessFactors-based reporting, ensuring continuity of historical reporting while developing new analytics capabilities.

What you'll be doing

• Work with business stakeholders to understand HR data and reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain interactive Success Factors Story Reports translating business requirements into effective reporting solutions.
• Develop and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and reports using DAX, SQL and effective data visualisation techniques.
• Build, maintain and document data models, measures, calculations, filters, slicers and drill-down functionality.
• Support SuccessFactors data mapping, migration, validation and testing activities.
• Support integration of SuccessFactors data with existing Power BI reporting and legacy HR data to maintain historical trend analysis.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy and consistency across reporting solutions.
• Support reporting through SuccessFactors implementation, go-live and post-go-live activities.

What you should bring

Essential

• Significant experience with Power BI and SQL.
• Strong experience working with HR / People data.
• Practical experience with SAP SuccessFactors reporting and HR data.
• Experience with SuccessFactors data mapping, validation, migration and testing.
• Experience supporting reporting across legacy HR systems and SuccessFactors.
• Experience with Power BI RLS.
• Strong understanding of data modelling, data quality and SQL database principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with technical and business teams.

Desirable

• Experience with SuccessFactors Employee Central or other SuccessFactors modules.
• Experience with SAP/ECC HR data.
• Experience working on HR transformation or HRIS implementation programmes.
• Experience optimising Power BI and SQL performance.

What’s in it for you?

Daily Pay rate: £400

IR35 determination: Inside IR35

Location: Hybrid, Clear Water Court, Reading

Length of assignment: 24 weeks

Required Start date: ASAP

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know; we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.