HR Analyst

Wates Group; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates Group is seeking an HR Analyst to join their HR team. This role involves transforming people management information from manual reporting to automated solutions using PowerBI. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, advanced proficiency in PowerBI and Excel, and a solid understanding of HR processes. This position offers a hybrid working model and exposure to both generalist and strategic HR activities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an HR Analyst or similar analytical role.
• Advanced skills in PowerBI and Excel.
• Knowledge of HR processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to HR business partners and senior stakeholders.
• Produce data analysis, dashboards, and reports for decision-making.
• Ensure high standards of data accuracy and governance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical analytics skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

CIPD qualifications

Tools

PowerBI

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

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The Vacancy

Our HR team has an exciting opportunity for a skilled analyst to work as a pivotal part of the team.

Reporting into the People PMO Manager, this individual will provide analytical support to HR business partners, the HR director, and senior stakeholders including the board.

The primary focus of this role is transforming the delivery of people management information (MI), moving from manual Excel reporting to automated PowerBI solutions. This role is critical for delivering the people strategy, providing live insights to inform decision-making.

The HR Analyst will produce accurate data analysis, dashboards, and reports for board meetings, roadshows, and external events. The role involves routine and complex ad-hoc reporting, requiring creative solutions.

This position offers exposure to generalist and strategic HR activities, working closely with the HR Coordinator on core processes like talent management, salary reviews, PDR, employee engagement, and organizational change. The analyst acts as a link between the Construction Group (~1700 employees) and the central HR shared service, ensuring high standards of data accuracy and governance.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, solution-focused, pragmatic, and possess excellent technical analytics skills. Versatility, adaptability, and collaboration are essential to manage workload and meet deadlines.

To Be Successful In The Role You Will Have

• Previous experience as an HR Analyst or similar analytical role
• Advanced skills in PowerBI
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of HR processes
• Familiarity with HR systems (iTrent is advantageous)
• Generalist HR knowledge and/or CIPD qualifications are a plus

This role is part of a national team and can be based at any regional office, with occasional travel to London and other locations. It offers a hybrid working model, combining home and office work.

About Wates

Wates is a leading UK family-owned development, construction, and property maintenance company with over 125 years of history. We are committed to our purpose: ‘reimagining places for people to thrive’ and our three promises:

• Thriving places: Creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
• Thriving planet: Protecting nature and addressing climate change.
• Thriving people: Offering opportunities and fostering inclusivity.

We are recognized as a Gold Investors in People employer and a Disability Confident employer, committed to equality and diversity.

Our Environmental Commitment

We aim for Zero Waste, Zero Carbon, and Positive Nature Enhancement by 2025, leading industry efforts to reduce environmental impact.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Healthcare, Non-profit, Government

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