HR Systems Analyst

Oasis Business Personnel; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Northampton is seeking an experienced HR Systems Analyst to manage HRIS systems and ensure data integrity. This role involves providing specialist support for HR-related projects and collaborating closely with payroll teams to guarantee timely pay periods. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and experience in HR systems management. Benefits include a competitive salary and various employee incentives, along with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discount

Private Medical Healthcare

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience as an HR systems super user or HR analyst.
• Conduct user testing and manage multiple data sources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with HRIS.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain HR systems throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Provide tier-2 escalation support and resolve user issues.
• Collaborate with payroll for accurate pay period closure.
• Design tools and provide insights for HR leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Proactive and self-motivated

HR systems expertise

Confidentiality

High-quality customer service

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Job Description

HR Systems Analyst Permanent based in Northampton NN4

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Finance HR Systems specialist to manage and administer HRIS systems throughout the employee lifecycle. You will ensure data integrity, support payroll processes, and act as a HR systems specialist on projects, providing expert guidance and tier‑2 escalation support for the wider HR Shared Services team.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain HR systems including user setup, hierarchy changes and access management.
• Act as a tier‑2 escalation point to resolve user issues and support the change request review process.
• Provide HR data and systems expertise for projects involving new or upgraded HR systems.
• Design tools and processes and provide data insights for HR leadership initiatives such as annual salary reviews, bonus payments and time and attendance reconciliation.
• Collaborate closely with payroll and operational teams to ensure accurate and timely pay period closure.
• Recommend and implement system and process improvements to enhance efficiency and the end‑user experience.
• Create and maintain HR system guides, knowledge cards and testing documentation.
• Communicate important system updates and events to the wider business.

Person Specification

• Analytical thinker with strong problem‑solving skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex analyses clearly and effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Committed to delivering high‑quality customer service and supporting colleagues.
• Proactive and self‑motivated with an interest in system development and continuous improvement.

Experience

• Previous experience as an HR systems super user or HR analyst with responsibility for system administration.
• Experience conducting user testing and working with multiple data sources.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Knowledge or experience with system integrations or interface processes is desirable.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and understanding of payroll processes.

Hours of Work

• Monday – Friday

Work Location

• Northampton office (3 days in person / 2 days WFH)

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee discount
• Private Medical Healthcare
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Discounted gym membership

If you are interested please get in touch ASAP or if this is not the exact role you are searching for please do not hesitate to contact me directly to discuss other opportunities.

Disclaimer: Oasis Business Personnel strives to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to treating all applicants alike. Oasis Business Personnel does not treat any individual on grounds of sex, age, colour, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or membership or non‑membership of a trade union less favourably than others. All vacancies advertised are open to all ages.