People Data Analyst

River Island Clothing Co., Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail brand in London is seeking a People Data Analyst to manage People metrics, provide insights and support the People Team. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, at least 2 years of analytical experience, and a keen attention to detail. This role offers a permanent contract with opportunities for training and development, a generous staff discount, and benefits that include a bonus scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous 50% staff discount

Free onsite gym

Subsidized restaurant and café

Flexible working arrangements

25 days paid holiday plus options to purchase more

Qualifications

• Natural problem solver who is highly analytical and organized.
• Ability to present data in various formats including tables and charts.
• Knowledge of key legislation such as Gender Pay.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, implementation and support of People metrics.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and other legislative requirements.
• Update Annual Plan and critical paths to meet deadlines.

Skills

Highly numerate with advanced Excel skills

At least 2 years of proven high-level analytical experience

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage complex data

Collaborative approach

Able to adjust communication style

Tools

Oracle

Power BI

ServiceNow

Job description

People Data Analyst

Department: Operations & Data

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Head Office, Chelsea House

Reporting To: Head of People Operations and Reward

Description

As the People Data & Reward Analyst you’ll play a key role within the People Team managing the planning, implementation and ongoing support of People metrics, to deliver high quality and accurate People data. You’ll provide insights and analytical commentary to identify themes and trends, support the People Team in making the most of available data and be responsible for on‑going improvements.

You’re a natural problem solver, who is highly analytical, organised and able to work independently to effectively manage and prioritise a varied workload to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Be the gatekeeper of all People information and ensure that any changes to processes, systems or data have a full impact assessment so that impact to the wider People Team and other functions are identified, communicated and action plans put in place to ensure end‑to‑end delivery.
• Update Annual Plan and critical paths on annual and ad hoc basis – to ensure we meet relevant deadlines – weekly/monthly/annually etc – including Op Board data, pre payroll checks and audit reporting.
• Benchmarking surveys – Alan Jones, Korn Ferry and Radford. Supporting the Reward Partner and People Partners providing benchmark data and information for roles.
• Responsible for pay review process and owning the associated data.
• Gender and Ethnicity Pay calculations, analysis and support in writing commentary – UK and ROI – using and understanding the legislation and checking data/assumptions with external party and People SLT.
• Ensure data is secure, only shared when necessary and the minimal data provided for the purpose – adhering to GDPR regs.
• Support the People Team with ad hoc reporting, (complex) data analysis and manipulation as and when required, identifying areas of improvement.
• Seek out opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and ease of data production; automating where possible.
• Analyse and present data and reports to the People Team, identifying errors and advising on solutions.
• Carry out monthly data checks in advance of payroll running.
• Cleanse Oracle reports alongside Oracle EBS Engineer, to ensure the reporting suite is up to date, accurate and users are trained.
• Support on projects involving People data and Reward – build critical paths, to ensure the business is clear on key timescales and actions.
• Keep up‑to‑date with changes in legislation to ensure that we remain compliant.
• Support the scoping and implementation of any new systems e.g. T&A and HRIS systems, building and maintaining any required interface between the old and new systems.
• Work with the wider People team where required on cross‑function projects and activity such as Pay Review, Bonus and ad hoc projects.
• Confidently articulate information and make recommendations to People Partners, People SLT and business stakeholders.
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels, to influence and persuade where appropriate.
• Support the Reward Partner with Reward and Benefits related tasks and project.

Behavioural Skills

At River Island, we live by our values; LIFE – Love what we do, Inspired to Innovate, Firm Beliefs and Every Islander Counts. We believe that our values are crucial to our success.

Essential

• Highly numerate with advanced Excel skills
• At least 2 years of proven high‑level analytical experience
• A keen interest in delving into the detail to deliver meaningful insights and recommendations
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage large volumes of sometimes complex data, across a variety of systems
• Ability to scope and build bespoke reporting including the presentation of this in various forms e.g. tables, charts and in Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Knowledge and experience of key legislation e.g. Gender Pay – ROI and U
• Collaborative approach
• Able to adjust communication style to suit different audience/stakeholders

Desirable

• Working knowledge of our HR systems and metrics, including Oracle
• Experience/knowledge of Macros
• Power BI experience
• Awareness and usage of ServiceNow
• Payroll and time and attendance systems knowledge
• Experience of upskilling others in Excel/report usage etc within the People team and wider business
• Knowledge of HR system migration and implementation
• Some knowledge of our HR policies and practices would be an advantage

Measures / Key Performance Indicator’s

• Provide accurate data and reports in order to ensure the company meets deadlines for legislative changes ie Gender Pay and any compliance audits.
• Enable the People Team to be proactive in their roles by providing data and insights to help their decision making.
• Provide accurate and timely data to enable the People Team to meet objectives.

About Us

We’re a much‑loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions. This is what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts.

This role is based at our Head Office in West London. Check us out here on a map.

What we can offer you:

💰 Generous 50% staff discount so you can treat yourself to the latest products, and a bargain staff shop on site!

🛒 Reducing Islanders everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more through Reward Gateway!

🎉 A free onsite gym, subsidised restaurant & café to fill you needs. Various social events to socialise throughout the year.

🤎 Every family is unique, we support Islanders with all different family setups enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!

💻 Flexible working is a given, on top of payday and summer early finish Fridays.

💕 Give as you earn scheme, a ‘Giver Island’ day each year and receive matched funding.

🎓 Support with upskilling through on‑the‑job training and qualifications. A succession plan if you want to progress.

💰 A generous bonus scheme & private pension plan.

🩺 The choice to opt in for healthcare through our provider AXA.

☀️ 25 days paid holiday, exclusive of Bank Holidays. With the added option to purchase additional holiday twice a year for whatever the need!

Keeping You Safe

At River Island we are committed to the safeguarding of all of our employees regardless of age or job role. We will fulfil our obligation under the Prevent duty which seeks to stop extremism and extremist views from materialising in our business. We promote and encourage the belief in British Values – including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. To find out more, please visit www.gov.uk.

Our Island is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about this interview process, check out our hiring process below.