Lead HR Data Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement annuity

Professional development

Remote-first environment

Flexible work options

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a cutting-edge AI-driven tech firm seeking a Lead HR Data Analyst to transform HR data into actionable insights in a remote-first environment. You will drive analytics strategy and build dashboards to monitor headcount, turnover, recruitment funnel, and engagement across the organization.

You will analyze workforce data, provide data-driven recommendations to HR leadership, and mentor junior analysts while collaborating with IT/HRIS to ensure data accuracy and privacy.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant quantitative field.
• 7+ years of HR analytics or related data analysis experience.
• Extensive experience with HRIS (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and analytics tools (Tableau, Power BI, SQL, R, Python).
• Strong statistical modeling and predictive analytics knowledge.
• Excellent communication to translate data for non-technical audiences.
• Experience leading remote projects and mentoring teammates.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (POPIA or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HR data analytics strategies and dashboards.
• Design, build, and maintain interactive HR dashboards and reports tracking headcount, turnover, recruitment funnel, and engagement.
• Conduct statistical analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in talent acquisition, retention, performance, and diversity.
• Provide data-driven insights to HR leadership and stakeholders for workforce planning.
• Collaborate with IT/HRIS to ensure data accuracy and accessibility across systems.
• Develop predictive models for attrition and future talent needs.
• Mentor junior analysts in a remote setting and stay updated on analytics trends.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations in all reporting activities.

Skills

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

R

Python

HR analytics

Data visualization

Statistical modeling

Leadership

Remote mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Data Science

Master's degree in Statistics

Master's degree in Economics

Master's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Workday

SAP SuccessFactors

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

R

Python

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm focused on AI-driven solutions, is looking for a highly analytical and experienced Lead HR Data Analyst to join their completely remote team. This pivotal role will be responsible for transforming HR data into actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making across the organization. The Lead HR Data Analyst will develop and maintain HR analytics dashboards, conduct in-depth analyses of workforce trends, and provide recommendations to optimize talent management, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness. This is an exceptional opportunity for a data-savvy HR professional who excels in a remote-first environment and possesses strong leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage HR data analytics strategies and frameworks to support key business objectives.
• Design, build, and maintain interactive HR dashboards and reports using advanced data visualization tools to track key HR metrics (e.g., headcount, turnover, recruitment funnel, engagement scores).
• Conduct comprehensive statistical analysis on workforce data to identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities related to talent acquisition, retention, employee performance, and diversity.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to HR leadership and business stakeholders to inform strategic workforce planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with IT and HRIS teams to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility across various HR systems.
• Develop predictive models for key HR outcomes such as employee attrition and future talent needs.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in HR analytics and data science, and apply them to enhance the HR analytics function.
• Mentor and guide junior HR analysts or data specialists within the team.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA) in all data handling and reporting activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Human Resources, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in HR analytics or a related data analysis role, with a proven track record of delivering actionable insights.
• Extensive experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and advanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, R, Python).
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and machine learning techniques.
• Deep knowledge of HR metrics, key performance indicators, and workforce planning methodologies.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, concise recommendations for non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor team members in a remote setting.
• Must possess a reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace for remote employment.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a competitive annual salary of R , along with performance-based bonuses.
• Our client provides top-tier health insurance, a generous retirement annuity, and significant opportunities for professional development, including access to advanced data science training.
• Employees benefit from unparalleled flexibility and the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of a leading tech company.