Operational Reporting Manager (HR / People) - 18 Month Fixed Term Contract

Tesco; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retailer is searching for a detail-oriented leader for tactical reporting across its People function. This role involves collaborating with various departments to create impactful reports and dashboards utilizing tools like Excel and Tableau. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, proven experience in data reporting, and relevant qualifications. The position offers flexible working options, balancing office and remote work.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Colleague benefits package

Qualifications

• Proficiency in data reporting tools and software.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Attention to detail to ensure data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage tactical reporting across the People function.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify reporting needs.
• Develop and maintain a repository of reporting requirements.
• Design and deliver operational dashboards and reports.
• Support ad hoc reporting needs from HR and Talent.

Skills

Proficiency in data reporting tools

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication skills

Experience in data reporting role

Understanding of data governance

Familiarity with strategic workforce planning

Education

Relevant qualification in data analytics

CIPD Qualification or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Job description

Overview

Tesco UK • Shire Park, Kestral Way, Welwyn Garden City • Temporary • Apply by 02-Oct-2025

We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive leader to drive tactical reporting across our People function. In this key role, you'll collaborate with HR, Talent, and Business Operations to deliver high-quality reports that support data-driven decisions. You'll also help shape the future of strategic reporting by laying the groundwork for scalable, impactful analytics. The Hiring Manager for the vacancy is Laura Agard. Please note: If you are applying for a Secondment opportunity, your benefits, including bonus, will continue to align to your current role, for further information please refer to the Secondment policy.

What is in it for you

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Responsibilities

• Own and manage the tactical reporting requirements across the People function, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of reports.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, clarify, and document reporting needs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive repository of reporting requirements to support future strategic reporting initiatives.
• Design and deliver operational dashboards and reports using tools such as Excel, Tableau, or other HRIS/reporting platforms.
• Support the ad hoc data request process through regular governance meetings to ensure guidelines are adhered to.
• Partner with the Data Quality Manager to ensure data accuracy and consistency across all people-related reports and dashboards.
• Support ad hoc reporting needs from HR, Talent, and other business units, providing insights and recommendations where appropriate.
• Partner with People Analytics and IT teams to transition from tactical to strategic reporting, ensuring a smooth handover of documented requirements.
• Manage external legislative and compliance reporting, ensuring timely, accurate submissions in line with regulatory requirements.
• Continuously improve reporting processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive information and adhere to data protection regulations.

What you will need

• Knowledge of Data Reporting Tools: Proficiency in data reporting tools and software.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail to ensure data accuracy.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and provide data-driven insights that support business goals.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to present data insights clearly and effectively.
• Experience in Data Reporting: Previous experience in a data reporting role is desirable.
• Relevant qualification in data analytics, statistics, or a related field.
• Desirable: CIPD Qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience in HR Data Reporting
• Familiarity with data governance and privacy best practices.
• Understanding of strategic workforce planning and HR metrics

About us

You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we\'re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.

At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you\'re just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we\'re here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

We\'re proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone\'s welcome. That\'s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, please refer to the secondment policy for information. If you are interested in joining our team but don\'t tick every box, don\'t let that hold you back from applying.