People MI Analyst

United Utilities; England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is looking for a People MI Analyst to deliver insightful People MI services. This role involves producing accurate reporting, maintaining SAP data, and developing data visualisations to support decision-making. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and relevant educational qualifications. The position offers a hybrid work model and competitive benefits including an annual leave package and a pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme

Healthcare plan

Gym membership discounts

Flexible benefits

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified to a minimum level of A-Levels (or equivalent) in relevant disciplines such as mathematics, computer science, or data science.
• Ability to extract meaningful data and turn it into management information.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced formula creation.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate monthly and ad hoc reporting using multiple data sources.
• Ensure data integrity and alignment with business needs.
• Run ad hoc SAP reports, analyse, and report on data.
• Develop and maintain interactive data visualisations.
• Implement automated processes to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Numeric and analytical skills

Proficient in Excel

PowerQuery

SQL

Alteryx

Power BI/Tableau

Problem solving

Education

A-Levels (or equivalent) in relevant disciplines

Job description

Overview

Salary - £36,659.00

Work Type - Hybrid

Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Role Type - Permanent

Employment Type - Full Time

Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

We have a great opportunity for a People MI Analyst to join our team. As the role holder, you will play a key part in delivering an efficient and insightful People MI service to the business.

You will be responsible for producing accurate monthly and ad hoc reporting, drawing on multiple data sources to identify trends and patterns that support strategic decision-making. You will also be responsible for creating and maintaining organisational structures within SAP, ensuring data integrity and alignment with business needs.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Run ad hoc SAP reports for all UU businesses within agreed timeframes, then collate, analyse, interpret, and report on data both internally and externally, providing insights on people metrics, reporting, as well as advanced and predictive analytics.
• Ensure the integrity of People data in terms of accuracy through comprehensive data validation and the implementation of robust quality control processes, by running regular audit reports and data cleanse exercises and ensuring continuous improvement of data.
• Support all cyclical activity including bonus, flex benefits, annual leave and pay review processes, always ensuring data validity and accuracy.
• Develop, design, and maintain interactive data visualisations and dashboards to effectively communicate insights and support data-driven decision-making across the organization.
• Design and implement automated processes and workflows to streamline HR data collection, reporting, and analysis, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual effort

Technical Skills & Experience

• Numeric and analytical skills are critical
• Skill to extract meaningful data from the systems and turn this into management information for our customers, with the ability to present this information in the best possible way depending on the audience.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including advanced formula creation, with working knowledge of PowerQuery, SQL, Alteryx, and Power BI/Tableau.
• Ability to discuss SAP capabilities when embedding new processes/changes into the department providing reasons and alternatives
• Strong problem solving with the ability to investigate issues and provide solutions
• This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Qualified to a minimum level of A-Levels (or equivalent) in relevant disciplines - such as mathematics, computer science, data science

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.