HR Systems Manager

Orbit Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing group in the UK is seeking a People Insight and HR Systems Manager to optimize HR data and systems. The role involves overseeing HR information systems, enhancing HR operations, and providing insights into HR metrics through reporting tools. The ideal candidate will have expertise in HRIS systems and data analysis, along with strong communication and project management skills. Join us to make a difference in communities!

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Training programs

Professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven track record of identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Advanced skills in creating, interpreting, and presenting detailed reports.
• Strong ability to analyse data and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation and management of HR information systems.
• Develop and generate detailed reports and dashboards for HR metrics.
• Collaborate with HR leadership on policies related to data management.

Skills

Expertise in HRIS systems

Data analysis skills

Communication skills

Project management

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

We re building thriving communities as one of the UK s largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing.

We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes.

If you want to experience work that s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive.

Work for Orbit. Believe in people.

The HR Systems Manager role

Orbit are delighted to be recruiting for a People Insight and HR Systems Manager to join our People and Strategy team. In this new role, you will be responsible for overseeing the management and optimization of HR data and systems. This role ensures the efficient operation of HR technologies, supports data-driven decision-making, and enhances the overall functionality of HR processes through effective data management and system administration.

This role is part of People and Strategy where you'll help us to build a culture and brand that people want to be part of. This is an agile working role with roughly once per week working from our Coventry office, with additional travel to the office included as and when needed.

What you'll achieve as HR Systems Manager

• Oversee the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of HR information systems (HRIS), ensuring they are up-to-date and meet the needs of the organisation.
• Develop and generate detailed reports and dashboards to provide insights into HR metrics and KPIs. Utilise advanced reporting tools and techniques to create customised reports that cater to various stakeholders' needs. Present findings and recommendations to senior management to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of HR operations.
• Collaborate with HR leadership to develop and implement policies and procedures related to data and systems management.
• Lead and manage HR system implementation and upgrade projects.
• Work closely with IT and other departments to align HR systems with overall organisational strategy and goals.
• Provide informal coaching and support to junior colleagues, sharing expertise and encouraging their development through day-to-day collaboration.
• Work in close partnership with the HR Operations management team to align on priorities and contribute to the successful execution of systems-related initiatives.

What you'll bring to the HR Systems Manager role

Essential skills

• Expertise in HRIS systems, data analysis tools, and database management.
• Strong ability to analyse data, identify trends, to help make data-driven decisions.
• Proven track record of identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Advanced skills in creating, interpreting, and presenting detailed reports. Proficiency in using reporting tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong project management skills, with experience in leading cross-functional projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing data and systems.

Why Orbit?

Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense.

Here s what you can expect to enjoy with us.

A rewarding experience that works for you

We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles.

A place to progress

From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you re a student, graduate or experienced professional we ll support you to grow.

For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning.

A purpose to feel proud of

We re proud to make a difference to people together. We re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people.

What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people.

Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website.

How we hire

We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair:

1. Online application
2. Interview(s)
3. Decision and offer

We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.