Workday HR Project and Data Analyst

The Football Association; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization in the UK is seeking an HR Project and Data Analyst to support the HR team during a transformation project. The role involves data collation and entry, supporting the implementation of a new HR system, and working in a hybrid model. The ideal candidate has experience managing HR data, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of HR processes. Competitive salary and good benefits offered.

Benefits

Access to event day tickets at Wembley

Free nutritious lunches

Free private medical cover

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Experience managing HR data and systems.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and related data.
• Experience working in a fast-paced HR project environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage key stakeholders involved in HR projects.
• Support HR Project Manager with core project activities.
• Improve data quality by transforming various formats of HR data.
• Proactively identify and communicate data gaps.

Skills

HR data management

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Data transformation

GDPR understanding

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PeopleXD

Workday

Job description

We are looking for an HR Project and Data Analyst with excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of HR data integrity to support the HR team during an organisation-wide transformation project.

This role will initially focus on manual data collation and data entry within our current HR system, PeopleXD, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date. As the project progresses, you will support the HR Project Manager with the implementation of our new HR system, Workday, reviewing and evaluating data quality to inform new HR and business-wide processes.

We operate a hybrid working policy, and the individual in this role will be required on site a minimum of two days per week to support effective collaboration with the HR team and key stakeholders.

We are looking for someone who can start in January 2026.

What will you be doing?

• Managing key stakeholders involved in HR projects and supporting the HR Project Manager with core project activities
• Working with the HR Project Manager and wider HR team to review HR data and understand downstream process impacts
• Supporting HR projects in a flexible and collaborative manner
• Improving data quality by transforming various formats of HR data, including manual files, into fit‑for‑purpose formats
• Transferring data into templates for migration, ensuring data is captured, validated and aligned appropriately
• Proactively identifying and communicating data gaps and assessing possible impacts on business and system processes
• Identifying process and data improvements in line with new system requirements
• Supporting process improvement and process mapping activities
• Completing additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities
• Complying with company policies and procedures to maintain the highest standards of health, safety and well‑being
• Completing a DBS check as part of the FA's commitment to creating a safe environment for everyone in football, with the level of check determined by legislation and the requirements of the role

What are we looking for?

• Experience managing HR data and systems
• Strong understanding of HR processes and related data
• Knowledge of GDPR and key data principles
• Experience working in a fast‑paced HR project environment
• Confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels and presenting information in person or via Teams
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable working with multiple data sources, including manual datasets
• Ability to work autonomously while escalating risks or opportunities for improvement
• Discreet and confidential approach at all times
• Experience managing multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

Technical skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills across HR and project teams
• Ability to present data clearly to highlight downstream process impacts
• Ability to transform existing data into formats required for new ways of working

Beneficial to have

• Experience with PeopleXD, Workday or similar HR systems

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world‑class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high‑performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well‑being.
• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.
• Free private medical cover.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full‑time, permanent contract.)
• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.