Data Analyst – Workforce Planning & Hiring Insights

Eliassen Group; Bismarck (ND); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Data Analyst specializing in Workforce Planning & Hiring Insights. This fully remote position involves analyzing hiring trends and data exploration for actionable insights. Ideal candidates will have strong SQL and Excel skills, and familiarity with data visualization tools. Competitive hourly rates are offered with comprehensive benefits for W2 employees.

Benefits

401k with company matching

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Strong analytical capabilities and curiosity.
• Ability to work on W2 basis.
• Experience with Avature reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze hiring trends and bottlenecks.
• Develop hiring models for forecasting.
• Investigate data to identify opportunities.
• Build dashboards and reports.

Skills

Proficiency in SQL

Proficiency in Excel

Data visualization tools

Familiarity with Python or R

Strong communication

Analytical mindset

Collaborative problem solving

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Google Sheets

Avature

Job description

Data Analyst – Workforce Planning & Hiring Insights

Location: Anywhere

Type: Contract

Category: Data

Industry: Technology

Workplace Type: Remote

Reference ID: JN -102025-103972

Date Posted: 10/06/2025

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/0F2nKE

Overview

100% Remote

We are seeking engaged and skilled Data Analysts who can think strategically about hiring patterns, challenges, and metrics, and who can develop analytical approaches to uncover actionable solutions. These roles are ideal for individuals who may not have extensive experience but possess strong analytical capabilities, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60 - $65 / hr. W2

Responsibilities

• Strategic Hiring Analytics

• Analyze hiring trends, bottlenecks, and conversion metrics across the talent funnel.

• Develop and maintain hiring models to forecast demand, optimize sourcing strategies, and improve time-to-fill.

• Partner with Talent Acquisition, People Analytics, and Finance to align hiring insights with workforce planning goals.

• Data Exploration & Insight Generation

• Investigate structured and unstructured data to identify patterns, anomalies, and opportunities.

• Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders.

• Recommend data-driven actions to improve hiring efficiency, candidate experience, and workforce outcomes.

• Reporting & Visualization

• Build dashboards and reports using tools such as Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or Google Sheets.

• Ensure data integrity and consistency across reporting systems.

• Present findings in a compelling and digestible format for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Avature Reporting (Preferred for One Role)

• Utilize Avature to generate custom reports and dashboards.

• Support recruiting operations with real-time analytics and performance tracking.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance Avature usage and reporting capabilities.

Experience Requirements

• Technical Skills

• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools.

• Familiarity with Python or R is a plus.

• Experience with Avature reporting (for at least one analyst role).

• Analytical Mindset

• Ability to think critically and strategically about data.

• Comfortable working with ambiguity and translating business questions into analytical frameworks.

• Soft Skills

• Strong communication and storytelling abilities.

• Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.

• High level of engagement and ownership.

Note: Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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