HRIS Specialist

Thatcham Research; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive research company in Thatcham is looking for an HRIS Specialist to optimize their Human Resources Information Systems. This role includes managing HR systems, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating with multiple teams. Candidates should have experience with HRIS platforms and strong analytical skills. The job provides a salary of up to £45,800 plus excellent benefits including a hybrid working model, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

10% non-contributory pension

29 days holiday

Group Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Qualifications

• Experience managing SharePoint sites and content planning.
• Ability to produce dashboards for key metrics.
• Demonstrable understanding of confidentiality and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise HR systems ensuring data accuracy.
• Act as the key liaison with system vendors.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements.

Skills

Experience with HRIS platforms

Familiarity with ATS and/or LMS platforms

Strong understanding of data governance and reporting

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Analytical thinking and problem-solving

Ability to train and support system users

Tools

HiBob

SharePoint

Teamtailor

DocuSign

Job description

HRIS Specialist| Circa £45,800negotiable + excellent benefits | Permanent | Hybrid

Are you passionate about HR technology, systems and data-driven decision-making? Thatcham Research is seeking a HRIS Specialist to lead the operational management of our Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), including our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), and future platforms such as a Learning Management System (LMS). You’ll play a pivotal role in optimising our systems for data integrity, user experience, and organisational insight.

You’ll join a collaborative People Team, working closely with IT, Finance, Learning & Development, and senior leadership. You’ll also engage with external system vendors, consultants, and auditors, making this a dynamic and influential new role.

As the new HRIS Specialist you'll:

• Manage, configure, and optimise all HR systems, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and robust reporting.
• Act as the key liaison with system vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor system performance, recommend improvements, and design solutions to enhance user engagement.
• Provide training and support to users across the organisation.
• Collaborate with IT and People teams for seamless integration and user experience.
• Own the governance and content structure of our People Portal SharePoint site.
• Collate data and produce dashboards for key metrics, supporting strategic storytelling.
• Stay informed of external trends and system roadmaps to recommend solutions that align with business needs.
• Manage API links and integrations, including DocuSign.
• Extract and upload pay data to support pay strategy development.
• Produce people-related data for government and official returns.

What systems you’ll be working with:

HiBob, Teamtailor, Kudos, DocuSign, SharePoint… and potentially an LMS in the future!

Skills & experience that will set you up for success in this role:

• Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g. HiBob, Cezanne, Workday), including record maintenance and reporting.
• Familiarity with ATS and/or LMS platforms.
• Strong understanding of data governance and reporting.
• Proficiency in mapping business processes and identifying improvements.
• Experience managing SharePoint sites and content planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and a drive for continuous improvement.
• Ability to train and support system users.
• Demonstrable understanding of confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Experience in a HR environment and knowledge of HR best practice and legislation (desirable).

Interview availability

We will be inviting successful candidates for a first interview (via Teams) on Thursday 18th or Friday 19th December. Final interviews will be scheduled for early January 2026.

Did you know...

Research tells us that men are more likely to apply to jobs if they meet only 60% of the criteria, whereas women often hesitate or don’t apply unless they meet all of the criteria. This difference in application behaviour can contribute to the gender gap in career advancement and opportunities.

We know the perfect candidate doesn’t exist! If you think you have what it takes but don’t tick every box, we’d still encourage you to apply - it could be a perfect fit!

Perks & Benefits

Salary - Circa £45,800 negotiable dependent on skills & experience.

• 10% non-contributory pension
• 29 days holiday (inclusive of Christmas shutdown) + public holidays
• Group Life Assurance (equal to 4 x basic salary)
• Group Income Protection (after 6 months’ service)
• Salary Sacrifice schemes (cycle to work, home & tech scheme)
• Enhanced and competitive parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender or family structure
• Moneyhealth’s Financial Coaching & Wellbeing Platform
• Health Cash Plan (cash back on eligible medical treatments)
• Benenden Health Care (opt-in benefit)
• Reward & Recognition Programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Sports & Social club
• Payroll charitable giving
• Subsidised on-site restaurant
• Free on-site parking

When we work

Our standard working hours are 8:30 - 16:30 Monday - Thursday, early finish on Friday - 8:30 - 15:45 (Talk to us about flexible working if this doesn’t quite suit you – we take work-life balance seriously!)

How we work

We understand the benefits of remote and in-person collaboration and therefore have a hybrid working model – you’ll be expected to work from our office in Thatcham at least two days per week.

What we do

At the cutting edge of automotive research in the UK, Thatcham Research has a unique role in shaping the design of new vehicles and influencing ever higher standards of safety, security and repair. With an on-site Crash Laboratory, Repair Technology Centre and Training Academy, our research expertise is driving some of the very latest automotive developments in technology, materials and standards in this fast moving and highly technical industry.

Our Gamston facility is one of the UK’s leading sites for active safety, trialling and assessing the latest crash avoidance and driver assistance technologies.

Our Values

As an organisation that believes a strong set of Values are key to our organisational success and a sense of belonging for all colleagues, we ask that you understand, represent and apply our Values of Fearless, Inquisitive, Resourceful, Supportive and Trusted and demonstrate these Values throughout the recruitment process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace which values diversity and embraces each individual's authentic self. We are proud to champion a culture where colleagues freely share their diverse perspectives, recognising that these contribute to our innovative spirit. Our journey of growth and understanding is continuous as we actively invest in diversity training, workshops, and partnerships to ensure positive change.

Beyond our partnerships with the Automotive 30% Club and Women in Data (WiD), we collaborate with various organisations to advance equity not only in gender but also across ethnicity, age, disability, social mobility, LGBTQ+ identities, experiences, and thinking. Our aspiration is to create an environment where everyone thrives, achieves, and experiences a genuine sense of belonging.

Recruitment process

We’re proud to manage our recruitment in-house and believe this direct approach enables us to give you the best possible Employee Experience we can – which starts right here, your application! We’re continuously striving to improve the candidate journey, and transparency (or communication) is a key area of focus – yes, even with salary & benefits.

What can you expect from our recruitment process?

• Regular updates on the progress / outcome of your application
• An initial telephone screening call with our Recruitment Business Partner
• First interview with the hiring manager, usually via Teams
• Second/Final interview, in-person at our office (we may give you a role specific task to present on!)
• Personalised feedback following your interview – because everyone deserves that!
• An opportunity to give us your honest feedback in a short survey on all of the above

We’re committed to removing barriers. If there are any adjustments we can make to better support you, please let us know when you apply.

All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK.

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