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Data Analyst (HR Data / HRIS)

Hybrid – Reading (2x PW)

6 Months (initial)

SC Clearance Required

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an SC Cleared HR Data Analyst to join a high-profile organisation, playing a key role in transforming HR data into meaningful insight. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR or HR operations environment with exposure to HR data and systems (Workday, Oracle, SAP, SuccessFactors, iTrent, or similar).

Our client is offering a day rate of £233.10 Inside IR 35 for 6 months to be based in Reading 2 days per week.

This position sits at the heart of HR operations, supporting the business with data-

driven decision making, HRIS optimisation, and process improvement.

The Role

You will be responsible for analysing and interpreting HR data, ensuring accuracy within the HRIS, and delivering insights that drive strategic and operational improvements.

Extract, analyse, and interpret HR data to provide actionable insights

Develop dashboards and reports to support HR and business leaders

Identify trends, risks, and opportunities across workforce data

Support and optimise HR systems (SaaS HRIS environment)

Contribute to HR transformation and continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance at all times

Key Skills & Experience

Active SC Clearance

Experience within an HR or HR Operations environment, with exposure to HR data and systems (e.g. Workday, Oracle, SAP, SuccessFactors, iTrent)

Strong analytical capability with confidence working with metrics and data trends

Advanced Excel skills

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Strong communication skills with the ability to present data clearly to internal teams (non-technical stakeholders)

Ability to articulate data outputs such as MI, burn-down charts, dashboards, quality reviews, and audits

Experience supporting HR system enhancements or process improvements

Strong attention to detail, problem solving, planning and organisation skills

One stage interview process, via MS teams

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