HR Data Analyst - Shape People Strategy in East London

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Exposure to HR initiatives

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail‑oriented HR Data Analyst in East London to leverage HR data for strategic workforce decisions. You will collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and inform HR initiatives.

The role requires 3+ years in HR analytics, proficiency with Excel, SQL, Python or R, and experience with HRIS systems. You will develop dashboards and provide data‑driven insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, HR, or a related analytical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an HR Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python or R, and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze HR data from various sources.
• Develop and maintain HR dashboards and reports to track key HR metrics and KPIs.
• Identify trends and insights related to turnover, engagement, recruitment, and performance.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to HR leadership and business stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality in all HR data management activities.

Skills

Data analysis

HR analytics

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Human Resources, or related analytical field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a detail‑oriented HR Data Analyst in East London to leverage HR data for strategic workforce decisions. You will collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and inform HR initiatives.

The role requires 3+ years in HR analytics, proficiency with Excel, SQL, Python or R, and experience with HRIS systems. You will develop dashboards and provide data‑driven insights to leadership.