HR Systems Analyst

Protective Life Corporation; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time away (PTO, parental leave,短/

401(k) with company match

ProHealth Rewards program

Job summary

Protective Life Corporation is seeking an HRIS Analyst to manage HRIS administration, data integrity, and reporting. The role blends HR technology, data analysis, and problem solving to support HR systems and projects.

You will collaborate with HR, IT, vendors, and business partners to deliver accurate employee data, develop reports, and ensure system security and governance. A 1–2 year background in HRIS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in HR, information systems, business, technology, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in HRIS, HR technology, or related area.
• Working knowledge of SQL for data querying/validation.

Responsibilities

• Support HRIS administration, configuration, data maintenance, security, and end-user needs.
• Develop and maintain reports using SQL, Excel, and HR reporting tools.
• Investigate and troubleshoot system/data issues and escalate as needed.
• Support system upgrades, releases, and implementations through testing/documentation.
• Validate and maintain employee data for accuracy and integrity.
• Assist with HR system integrations, access control, and routine processes.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, vendors, and stakeholders to identify system/reporting needs.
• Maintain system documentation and adhere to privacy, security, governance, and change-management requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical aptitude

Advanced Excel

SQL (intermediate)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in HR/IS/Business/Technology

Tools

Cognos

Job description

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.

Wehelp protect our customers against life’s uncertainties.Regardless ofwhere you work within thecompany, you’ll behelping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

The HRIS Analyst supports the administration, maintenance, and ongoing effectiveness of Human Resources Information Systems and reporting solutions. This role combines HR technology, data analysis, and problem solving to maintain accurate employee data, troubleshoot system issues, develop reporting solutions, and support HR technology projects.

Working collaboratively with HR, IT, vendors, and business partners, the HRIS Analyst will gain exposure to enterprise HR systems, reporting tools, and data solutions while helping improve the employee technology experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support HRIS administration, system configuration, data maintenance, security, and end-user needs.
• Develop and maintain reports using SQL, Excel, and HR reporting tools.
• Investigate and troubleshoot system and data issues, identifying solutions or escalating as appropriate.
• Support system upgrades, enhancements, releases, and implementations through testing and documentation.
• Validate and maintain employee data to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
• Support HR system integrations, access, security roles, and routine technical processes.
• Partner with HR, IT, vendors, and business stakeholders to identify system, data, and reporting needs.
• Maintain system documentation and follow established privacy, security, governance, and change-management requirements.

Core Competencies (skills, knowledge and abilities)

• Analytical thinking and effective problem-solving abilities.
• Technical aptitude and curiosity with the ability to learn new systems and processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Intermediate SQL capabilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous learning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, Technology, or a related field.
• 1 to 2 years of cumulative experience in HRIS, HR technology, business systems, reporting, data analysis, systems support, or a related area.
• Working knowledge of SQL with experience querying, validating, or analyzing data.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis, validation, and reporting.
• Experience supporting an HRIS, HCM, ERP, payroll, CRM, or similar business application.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and troubleshoot system or data issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise HCM platforms such as ADP or UKG Pro.
• Experience with reporting and business intelligence tools such as Cognos.
• Familiarity with relational databases, data marts, system integrations, or Databricks.
• Experience with system configuration, testing, implementations, upgrades, or enhancements

$52,500 - $73,500 a year

Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $52,500 to $73,500. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees.

The internal title for this role is HRIS Analyst.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance.
• Mental health benefits and an employee assistance program.
• Paid time away benefits such as paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day.
• Contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with company matching.
• ProHealth Rewards program to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability

If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.