Human Resources Information System Specialist

The British Museum; England; Hybrid; GBP 32,297 - 38,182; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 2.5 privilege days

Generous civil service pension scheme

Complimentary exhibition tickets

Interest-free travel loans

Subsidised staff canteen

Job summary

A leading cultural institution in the UK seeks a Human Resources Information System Specialist to enhance its HR functions. The role involves managing people data, supporting HRIS implementations, and ensuring data integrity. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in HRIS, data analysis, and project management. This position offers a competitive salary with attractive benefits including annual leave and a generous pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS and people data management.
• Ability to analyze and validate data with attention to detail.
• Proven project support skills in HR technology implementations.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical expert for the HRIS and facilitate training.
• Support project delivery for the HRIS system development.
• Ensure data integrity through consistent validation methods.
• Prepare and analyze people-related data for reports.
• Contribute to a forward-thinking transformation in HR.

Skills

HRIS expertise

Data analysis

Project management

Technical support

Job description

Human Resources Information System Specialist

Base pay range: £32,297 - £38,182 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Job: People Systems and Data Advisor, Department: People and Culture, Hours: 41 per week, 1 hour paid lunch, Hybrid working available, Contract: 12-month FTC with potential to extend.

About the role

Join us in shaping the future of People and Culture at the British Museum, as we procure a new best-in-class HR and Recruitment System (HRIS). As our People Systems & Data Advisor, you will act as our Human Resources Information System Specialist.

You’ll play a key role in improving how we manage and use people data, ensuring our systems are accurate, efficient, and aligned with the Museum’s evolving needs. You’ll be the go‑to expert for HRIS support, data analysis, and system enhancements, helping us deliver a high‑quality service to our teams.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward‑thinking transformation programme, working closely with our People Systems and Payroll Manager and Head of People Transformation.

Key areas of responsibility

• Be the technical expert for the HRIS, providing support and coaching to colleagues and new users, reporting any required fixes, testing and supporting continuous development of the HRIS.
• Provide project support with the delivery of the HRIS project, including but not limited to the design, procurement and implementation of a modern and future‑focused HRIS.
• Ensure data integrity through validation reports to identify and correct issues, errors and anomalies in relation to post, employee, pay and reporting lines.
• Cleanse, prepare and analyse people related data to support the production of the People Management Reports on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Be part of a world‑renowned institution, where history, culture, and innovation come together.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after long service) plus 2.5 privilege days, in addition to bank holidays.
• Generous civil service pension scheme.
• Complimentary exhibition tickets.
• Free entry to paid national museum and gallery exhibitions.
• Free and discounted entry to international cultural organisations.
• Interest‑free travel loans and rental deposit loans.
• Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support.
• 1 hour paid lunch break.
• Subsidised staff canteen.
• Discounts on gift shop purchases.

Our People and Culture Department

The British Museum’s HR team is now known as People and Culture, reflecting our renewed commitment to creating a workplace that is inclusive, innovative, and deeply supportive. As part of this dynamic team, you’ll help shape the employee experience across the Museum, guided by our values:

• Care Deeply
• Embrace the Unknown
• Value Many Voices

These principles drive everything we do, from improving systems and processes to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered. If you care about making a meaningful impact and being part of a team that’s transforming how we work, we’d love to welcome you.

Additional notes

If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support your application, please provide details to [e-mail].

Unfortunately for this role we are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants.

Recruitment uses Pre‑employment screening: HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for civil servants.