HR Data Analyst

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid and retirement planning

Advanced analytical training and tools

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a data-savvy HR Data Analyst in Benoni to turn HR data into actionable insights that inform workforce decisions. The role blends data analysis with strategic HR support in a hybrid work setting.

You will collect, clean, and analyze HR metrics from HRIS, payroll, and surveys; build dashboards; and present findings to senior leaders to guide talent strategy and workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, SQL, and BI tools.
• Experience with HRIS systems and HR data structures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to present complex data clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, HR, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze HR data from various sources.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key HR metrics.
• Identify trends, patterns, and insights within HR data to support strategic initiatives.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports for HR leadership and business stakeholders.
• Assist in forecasting workforce needs and identifying potential HR challenges.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.

Skills

Excel proficiency

SQL

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, HR, or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a data-savvy and analytical HR Data Analyst to join their team in Benoni . This hybrid role is crucial for leveraging HR data to provide actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting on various HR metrics, including workforce demographics, performance, compensation, and employee engagement. By translating complex data into clear, understandable reports and visualizations, you will help identify trends, predict future needs, and support the optimization of HR programs. This position offers the chance to impact key HR initiatives through data-driven recommendations in a collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze HR data from various sources (HRIS, payroll, surveys).


• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key HR metrics (e.g., turnover, recruitment effectiveness, compensation analysis).


• Identify trends, patterns, and insights within HR data to support strategic initiatives.


• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports for HR leadership and business stakeholders.


• Assist in forecasting workforce needs and identifying potential HR challenges.


• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HR Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role.


• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and potentially BI tools like Tableau or Power BI.


• Experience with HRIS systems and understanding of HR data structures.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Ability to present complex data clearly and concisely to non-technical audiences.


• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Human Resources, or a related quantitative field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.


• Flexible hybrid work arrangement .


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning assistance.


• Access to advanced analytical training and tools.


• Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement.