Hybrid HR Data Analytics Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 39,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an HR Data Analyst for a hybrid role based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will transform raw HR data into actionable insights, support strategic decision-making, and develop reports that illuminate workforce trends and engagement.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in HR analytics, strong Excel, SQL, R or Python, and experience with Tableau or Power BI. You will collaborate with HR partners, ensure data quality, and contribute to predictive workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Economics, HR, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in HR analytics or similar data analysis role.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and statistical software (R, Python).
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong HR principles and metrics understanding.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid environment.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems.
• Must be comfortable in Queenstown, Eastern Cape office with possible remote work.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large HR datasets.
• Develop and maintain HR dashboards and reports (KPIs).
• Identify patterns and anomalies to predict outcomes.
• Collaborate with HR business partners and leadership.
• Design statistical analyses for HR initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and quality controls.
• Utilize data visualization tools to present findings.
• Stay current with HR analytics best practices.
• Support ad-hoc data requests.
• Contribute to predictive models for workforce planning.

Skills

Excel advanced functions

SQL

Python

R

HR analytics

HR principles

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Economics, HR, or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

HRIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an HR Data Analyst for a hybrid role based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will transform raw HR data into actionable insights, support strategic decision-making, and develop reports that illuminate workforce trends and engagement.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in HR analytics, strong Excel, SQL, R or Python, and experience with Tableau or Power BI. You will collaborate with HR partners, ensure data quality, and contribute to predictive workforce planning.