People Systems & Data Lead – iTrent Expert

Coastland College; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (pro-rata)

LGPS pension

CPD & career development

Employee Assistance Programme

Free eye tests

Staff parking

Gym on campus

Discounts across facilities

On-campus cafés

Flexible working where possible

Two-campus experience

Job summary

Coastland College is seeking a People Systems & Data Coordinator to lead the HRIS (iTrent) administration, maintain system configurations, and drive digital transformation. You will collaborate across People Services, Payroll, Finance, MIS and other staff to improve decision-making through accurate workforce data and automated processes.

This permanent role offers the chance to shape how data and systems support the employee experience and organisational efficiency, with a pro-rated salary and

Qualifications

• Experience working with HR, payroll, business or workforce systems.
• Enjoys analysing data and using insight to support better decision-making.
• Has strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Is confident interpreting, analysing and presenting workforce information.
• Can build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Has a keen eye for detail and a passion for data quality and accuracy.
• Enjoys improving processes and finding smarter, more efficient ways of working.
• Is confident supporting, training and guiding users with varying levels of technical knowledge.
• Is curious, innovative and enthusiastic about digital transformation and technology.
• Shares our values and commitment to delivering an excellent employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead administrator and subject matter expert for the College's HR Information System (iTrent).
• Maintain and develop system configuration, workflows, forms, templates and user permissions.
• Lead the continuous improvement of people systems, processes and digital ways of working.
• Ensure workforce data is accurate, reliable, secure and audit-ready.
• Develop and maintain workforce dashboards, management information and reporting solutions.
• Produce meaningful workforce insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes, reduce administration and improve the user experience.
• Manage system upgrades, testing, implementation and user acceptance activities.
• Support integration between iTrent, Payroll, Finance, MIS and other College systems.
• Provide training, guidance and support to managers and colleagues using People systems.
• Support workforce planning through the provision of accurate data and reporting.
• Ensure systems and processes support compliance, governance and audit requirements.
• Contribute to College-wide digital transformation and continuous improvement projects.
• Promote a culture of innovation and data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

Skills

HR systems

Data analysis

Excel

Reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Coastland College is seeking a People Systems & Data Coordinator to lead the HRIS (iTrent) administration, maintain system configurations, and drive digital transformation. You will collaborate across People Services, Payroll, Finance, MIS and other staff to improve decision-making through accurate workforce data and automated processes.

This permanent role offers the chance to shape how data and systems support the employee experience and organisational efficiency, with a pro-rated salary and