Specialist, People Analytics

Baker McKenzie; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 781,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker McKenzie is seeking a Specialist, People Analytics to build and evolve the global People Reporting and Analytics capability in Metro Manila. You will partner with HR and business leaders to enable data-driven decisions across the employee lifecycle, embedding AI-enabled practices and strengthening governance.

You will lead analytics projects, develop dashboards, and translate complex data into executive-ready insights while upholding data quality and privacy standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology/behavioral science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in people research, quantitative and qualitative analysis, reporting, dashboards.
• Understanding of HR practices, employee lifecycle, and data structures.
• Proficiency with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and analytics languages (SQL, Python, R).
• Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity tools and governance considerations.
• Experience in global or shared services environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver people analytics projects from discovery to implementation.
• Create dashboards and self-service reporting to improve decision quality.
• Translate data into actionable insights for stakeholders and executives.
• Collaborate with HR, Talent, and Diversity teams to define metrics and governance.
• Apply AI-enabled tools responsibly to streamline analysis and reporting.
• Ensure data integrity, governance, and scalable analytics solutions.

Skills

People analytics

Data storytelling

Executive communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science

Bachelor's degree in Applied Statistics

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

R

SPSS

Tableau Prep Builder

SuccessFactors

Avature

Job description

The Specialist, People Analytics will provide functional expertise in building and evolving the global People Reporting and Analytics capability, partnering with People and Functional leaders to enable data-driven decision-making across the employee lifecycle. The role-holder will support ongoing transformation and capability redesign by embedding AI-enabled ways of working, strengthening reporting and analytics governance, improving process efficiency and automation, and translating people data into actionable insight for tactical operations and strategic workforce decisions.

Main responsibilities:

• Provide functional expertise in people research, quantitative and qualitative analysis, interpretation, and data storytelling to inform, influence, and support talent and business decisions across the employee lifecycle
• Partner with Talent Management, Recruitment and Mobility, Careers and Performance, Leadership and Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and other stakeholders to understand business needs, clarify problem statements, and translate them into scalable reporting, analytics, and insight solutions
• Lead and deliver people analytics projects from discovery to implementation, using appropriate research methods, structured data gathering, analytical techniques, and action-oriented recommendations
• Generate clear, actionable insights and communicate implications effectively to technical and non-technical audiences, including through executive-ready presentations and dashboards
• Design, develop, and enhance standard people metrics, dashboards, and self-service reporting solutions using relevant platforms and tools to improve stakeholder access, adoption, and decision quality
• Apply AI-enabled tools and automation opportunities responsibly to streamline analysis, reporting, insight generation, and operational processes, while maintaining appropriate human judgement, governance, and data quality standards
• Collaborate closely with People Systems, Data Architects, Engineers, and technology partners to improve data integrity, reporting architecture, access, and scalability of people data solutions
• Support the ongoing transformation and capability redesign of the People Reporting and Analytics function by contributing to operating model improvements, process harmonization, governance, and capability-building initiatives
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of reporting standards, metric definitions, documentation, and data governance practices to promote consistency, trust, and sustainability
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the immediate manager from time to time

AI / transformation focus:

• Help shape a modern People Analytics capability that uses AI and automation to improve speed, quality, and scale
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce manual effort, and improve how reporting and insights are delivered
• Work with People, Systems, and Technology teams to strengthen data quality, reporting standards, and scalable analytics solutions
• Support adoption of new tools and ways of working by helping stakeholders build confidence in data, self-service reporting, and AI-enabled solutions
• Use AI responsibly, with appropriate attention to confidentiality, data governance, accuracy, and human judgement

Skills and experience:

• A bachelor's degree in Psychology, Behavioral Science, Applied Statistics, Social Sciences, Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or other relevant disciplines, or equivalent work experience
• Good relevant experience in people research, quantitative and qualitative analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and insight generation, ideally within HR, People Analytics, or related analytical roles
• Strong understanding of HR practices, employee lifecycle processes, people data structures, and HR systems, with the ability to connect business questions to meaningful analytics solutions
• Proficient in or with practical knowledge in reporting, data transformation, and analytics tools, such as Power BI, MS Fabric, Tableau, Tableau Prep Builder, SQL, Python, R, SPSS, JASP, SuccessFactors, Avature, and similar platforms
• Working knowledge of AI-enabled productivity, analytics, or automation tools (such as Copilot Studio and PowerApps) and the ability to apply them responsibly to improve efficiency, scale insight delivery, and support better user experience
• Experience in process analysis, process redesign, standardization, or operational improvement, with the ability to support transformation and capability-building initiatives in a global or shared services environment
• Experience developing standard metrics, dashboards, governance artefacts, and reporting frameworks that improve consistency, scalability, and stakeholder self-service
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and translate complex information into practical recommendations
• Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, including the ability to distil complex data into clear narratives, insights, and actions for different stakeholder groups
• Good understanding of data privacy, data governance, and responsible use principles relevant to people data, analytics, and AI-enabled solutions
• Experience working in a multinational, professional services, captive, or shared services environment is preferred
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Reports to:

Senior Manager, People Data & Analytics