People Data Officer

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Specialist to support significant data-focused change projects within the People Directorate. This role offers the opportunity to advocate for data-driven decision-making and work closely with the People Data and Analytics Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience in large organizations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex data scenarios effectively. With a market-leading pension scheme and a commitment to diversity, this role promises a supportive and inclusive work environment, along with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Generous annual leave entitlement

Additional paid closure over Christmas

Discounts at major retailers

Qualifications

• Experience as a data specialist in a large organization.
• Enjoys investigating and solving data puzzles.

Responsibilities

• Support the People Directorate during data-focused change projects.
• Collaborate with the People Data and Analytics Manager.

Skills

Power BI

GDPR compliance

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

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Job Role: Data Specialist - People Directorate

This is a new fixed-term role supporting the People Directorate during significant data-focused change projects, including the implementation of an ERP system.

The role-holder will collaborate closely with the People Data and Analytics Manager to advocate for data-driven decision-making and represent the interests of the People Directorate and University in managing and utilizing People Data.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience as a data specialist in a large, complex organization, working with Power BI or similar data analytics tools.
• GDPR practitioner or equivalent experience.
• Enjoys investigating and solving data puzzles.
• Ideally has experience working with HR/Payroll or people data and data migration.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex technical scenarios for non-technical audiences.

What You Will Get in Return:

• Market-leading pension scheme
• Employee health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over Christmas
• Discounts at major retailers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Flexibility:

We are an equal opportunities employer supporting an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make appointments based on merit.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Learn more here.

Additional Information:

Please note we cannot respond to enquiries or accept CVs/applications from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted by agencies will be considered a gift.

For questions about the vacancy, shortlisting, and interviews, visit: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy closes at midnight on the specified deadline.

See the link below for the Further Particulars document with the person specification criteria.