Senior Human Resources Systems Analyst

Buchanan Legal Professional Services; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm is seeking a Senior HR Systems Analyst to join its Human Resources team. The ideal candidate will manage and enhance HR applications and serve as a key resource for system optimization, data reporting, and process improvement. This role requires advanced proficiency in SQL and Power BI, along with experience in HRIS/HRMS systems. The position is hybrid, allowing the analyst to work from Chicago, D.C., or NYC. Join a dynamic team that supports operational excellence in HR functions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible HRIS/HRMS experience.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Power BI.
• Strong understanding of HR business processes.
• Strong understanding of HR business processes, including compensation, benefits, recruiting, and training.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain HR systems, resolving data discrepancies.
• Lead HR systems projects, upgrades, and customizations.
• Manage system configuration related to HR processes.
• Manage system configuration related to performance evaluations, compensation reporting, and HR processes
• Develop and maintain standard and complex ad hoc reports using SQL and Power BI
• Ensure data integrity, troubleshoot system-related issues, and recommend process improvements
• Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to resolve system errors and optimize integrations
• Develop user documentation and provide training to managers and HR team members

Skills

HRIS/HRMS experience

SQL proficiency

Power BI proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

UKG

viGlobal

Rival

Job description

Our client, a highly prestigious international Am Law firm with offices across the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia, is seeking a Senior HR Systems Analyst to join its Human Resources team. This role works closely with HR leadership to manage and enhance HR applications, ensuring efficient operations that support both current and future business needs. The Senior HR Systems Analyst will serve as a key resource for system optimization, reporting, integrations, and process improvement across the firm. This role will be hybrid and can sit in Chicago, D.C., or NYC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain HR systems, resolving issues related to data discrepancies, interfaces, and integrations
• Lead and support HR systems projects, upgrades, and customizations
• Partner with HRBPs and internal stakeholders to gather requirements for new implementations and enhancements
• Manage system configuration related to performance evaluations, compensation reporting, and HR processes
• Develop and maintain standard and complex ad hoc reports using SQL and Power BI
• Ensure data integrity, troubleshoot system-related issues, and recommend process improvements
• Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to resolve system errors and optimize integrations
• Develop user documentation and provide training to managers and HR team members

Qualifications:

• 5+ of progressively responsible HRIS/HRMS experience
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Power BI
• Experience with UKG or comparable HCM systems required (viGlobal and Rival preferred)
• Strong understanding of HR business processes, including compensation, benefits, recruiting, and training
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders