Remote Data Analyst - Workforce & Pay Modelling

Harnham; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Harnham is seeking a Data Analyst to join a respected organisation at the intersection of workforce strategy, analytics and policy. This remote role includes one day a month in the Leeds office and offers exposure to senior stakeholders while delivering workforce, pay and cost modelling.

You will build complex Excel models, analyse large datasets, and translate questions into analytical specs. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential to present recommendations and influence

Qualifications

• STEM degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, or related field.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to build complex models from scratch.
• Experience with large datasets and forecasting.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver workforce, pay, and reward analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Build and maintain complex Excel-based models to forecast workforce and financial outcomes.
• Develop cost modelling for pay proposals, policy changes, and workforce initiatives.
• Create scenario analysis and long-term forecasts incorporating variables such as workforce growth, attrition, and inflation.
• Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Translate business and policy questions into analytical specifications and modelling frameworks.
• Produce clear reports and recommendations for non-technical audiences.
• Present findings and analytical insights to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with policy teams and external stakeholders to support evidence-based decisions.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of analytical methodologies and best practices.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Pivot Tables

VBA

Macros

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

STEM degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Pivot Tables

VBA

Macros

Job description

Harnham is seeking a Data Analyst to join a respected organisation at the intersection of workforce strategy, analytics and policy. This remote role includes one day a month in the Leeds office and offers exposure to senior stakeholders while delivering workforce, pay and cost modelling.

You will build complex Excel models, analyse large datasets, and translate questions into analytical specs. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential to present recommendations and influence