Workday HR Systems & Workforce Analytics Specialist

Cairn; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cairn Homes is seeking a HR Systems & Workforce Planning Specialist to join our People team in a hybrid Dublin role. The 12-month fixed-term contract focuses on workforce planning, HR data, and systems-enabled decision-making with Workday reporting and related analytics.

You will support headcount planning, budgets, and governance, while ensuring compliance and robust data management across the employee lifecycle. A strong analyst with Excel, Power BI, and Workday experience will thrive.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience in HR operations, HR administration, or HR systems support.
• Experience working with Workday is essential.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI and Microsoft Fabric.
• Interest in workforce planning, HR systems, or people analytics.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing workforce planning & modelling, including headcount management with HR and Finance.
• Track approved vs actual headcount, starters, leavers, role changes, and contingent workers.
• Support workforce budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Analyse attrition and growth trends, preparing summaries for management.
• Prepare workforce planning reports and leadership presentations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interest in workforce planning

2-4 years HR experience

Tools

Workday

Excel

Power BI

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

Cairn Homes is seeking a HR Systems & Workforce Planning Specialist to join our People team in a hybrid Dublin role. The 12-month fixed-term contract focuses on workforce planning, HR data, and systems-enabled decision-making with Workday reporting and related analytics.

You will support headcount planning, budgets, and governance, while ensuring compliance and robust data management across the employee lifecycle. A strong analyst with Excel, Power BI, and Workday experience will thrive.