People Data & MI Analyst

Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare and education provider in the United Kingdom seeks a People Data and Management Information Analyst for a full-time, remote position. The successful candidate will transform People-related data into insights, design dashboards, and ensure data accuracy to support strategic decision-making. Ideal applicants should have MI reporting experience, advanced Excel skills, and a strong analytical mindset. Competitive salary up to £34,000 FTE, with excellent benefits that support wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £34,000 FTE

Fully funded Blue Light Card membership

Life Assurance

Christmas On Us – up to 4 gifted days off

Health & wellbeing services via SPARK APP

Qualifications

• Proven experience in MI reporting and strategy.
• Flair for simplifying complex data.
• Curious and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Collect, manage, and analyse People data.
• Forecast FTE needs based on nursery occupancy.
• Ensure data accuracy across systems.
• Collaborate to align reporting with business goals.
• Translate data into impactful stories.

Skills

MI reporting experience

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

BI tools

HRIS

Job description

Salary: Up to £34,000 FTE | Location: Remote

We are seeking to appoint a People Data and Management Information (MI) Analyst to join our People Team on a full-time, permanent basis. This pivotal role is responsible for transforming People-related data into meaningful insights that inform strategic decision‑making. The successful candidate will design and maintain dashboards, analyse workforce trends, and ensure data accuracy across our People and business systems. Additionally, they will play a key role in preparing workforce FTE forecasts to support effective workforce planning and the resourcing of our nursery settings.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collect, manage, and analyse People data from HRIS, recruitment, performance, and more.
• Forecast FTE needs based on nursery occupancy to support workforce planning.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems.
• Collaborate with People Partners, L&D, Compliance, and senior leaders to align reporting with business goals.
• Translate data into compelling stories and recommendations that drive operational excellence.

Who We’re Looking For:

You’re a data enthusiast with a sharp eye for detail and skilled in storytelling through numbers.

<3>You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in MI reporting and strategy, with a flair for simplifying complex data.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data cleansing) and BI tool proficiency.
• A curious, analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills to make data accessible and impactful.

Why Join Us?

We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to act. Our benefits go beyond the basics—they’re designed to support your wellbeing and thrive in and outside of work.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary up to £34,000 FTE
• Fully funded Blue Light Card membership
• Life Assurance
• Christmas On Us – up to 4 gifted days off during our festive closedown (in addition to AL)
• Access to health & wellbeing services via the SPARK APP

Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care. All successful candidates will undergo the required vetting process.