HRIS & Learning Systems Analyst

Hire Hangar; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consultancy in Cape Town is seeking an experienced HRIS & Learning Systems Analyst responsible for configuring and maintaining HRIS and LMS platforms. The role involves collaborating with HR and IT teams to document requirements, support data migration, and resolve technical issues. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of experience with HRIS/LMS, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with systems like Workday and SuccessFactors. Excellent communication skills are essential for translating technical information to non-technical users.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience working with HRIS or LMS systems.
• Familiarity with system configuration and reporting.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects in a technical support role.

Responsibilities

• Configure, test, and maintain HRIS and LMS platforms.
• Partner with teams to document business requirements.
• Support data migration and reporting automation.
• Identify and resolve technical issues within HR systems.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience with HR data and reporting

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Detail-oriented and organized

Tools

Workday

SumTotal

Cornerstone

SuccessFactors

Job description

HRIS & Learning Systems Analyst

Summary:
We’re seeking an experienced HRIS & Learning Systems Analyst to support the implementation, optimization, and management of our clients’ HR and Learning platforms. You’ll play a key role in connecting business needs with technology — configuring systems, improving data processes, and ensuring every tool runs smoothly and efficiently.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Configure, test, and maintain HRIS and LMS platforms (Workday®, SumTotal, Cornerstone, SuccessFactors, etc.)

• Partner with HR, IT, and L&D teams to document business requirements and translate them into system functionality

• Support data migration, system integrations, and reporting automation

• Identify and resolve technical issues or process gaps within HR systems

• Generate and analyze reports to support compliance, learning, and performance metrics

• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure timely delivery of enhancements and system updates

Skills/Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience working with HRIS or LMS systems in analyst or technical support roles

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a process-driven mindset

• Experience with HR data, reporting, and system configuration

• Familiarity with tools such as Workday®, SumTotal, Cornerstone, or SuccessFactors preferred

• Excellent communication and documentation skills — able to translate tech to non-technical users

• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects