People Systems & Data Analyst

People Systems & Data Analyst

Permanent | Up to £40k DOE | 37 hours per week | North Bristol/Hybrid working

Robert Half are currently working with an organisation to recruit a People Systems & Data Analyst on a permanent basis.

This is a newly created opportunity for an HR-focused systems professional who is passionate about improving people operations through well-designed processes and effective use of HR technology. The organisation is investing in modernising its HR function and is looking for someone who can help translate HR strategy and policy into robust, system-enabled ways of working.

The role

Sitting within the People function, this role will focus on aligning HR processes, data and reporting with a newly implemented HR Information System (HRIS). You will act as the operational owner of the system, ensuring that end-to-end people processes across the full employee lifecycle are clearly defined, mapped, documented and supported by the HRIS.

Working closely with HR colleagues, operational leaders and system providers, you will review existing ways of working, identify gaps or inefficiencies and help redesign processes so they are consistent, compliant and user-friendly. A key part of the role will be ensuring that the system reflects how the organisation wants to operate, rather than replicating legacy or manual processes.

You will also play a central role in improving how people data is captured, governed and reported, enabling HR to provide accurate insight, meet reporting requirements and support better workforce decision-making.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys combining HR knowledge with systems thinking and who wants to have a tangible impact on how HR operates day to day.

Key responsibilities

• Owning the day-to-day operation and development of the HRIS
• Mapping, reviewing and redesigning HR processes to ensure they align with system functionality and best practice
• Working with HR teams to embed consistent, system-led people processes across the organisation
• Ensuring people data is accurate, well-structured and fit for reporting and compliance purposes
• Developing and maintaining HR reports and dashboards to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Acting as a bridge between HR, Finance, Operations and system providers to translate HR requirements into system solutions
• Supporting system enhancements, testing and continuous improvement activity

About you

You will have a strong grounding in HR operations and systems and be comfortable working with HR colleagues to challenge, simplify and improve processes. You are naturally curious about how things work, confident mapping workflows and committed to building HR processes that are efficient, compliant and people-centred.

You will be analytical, detail-driven and confident working with data, while also able to communicate clearly with non-technical stakeholders.

Essential experience and skills:

• Experience working with HRIS or HR/payroll systems within an HR or People function
• Proven experience mapping, documenting and improving HR processes
• Strong understanding of HR data and reporting requirements
• Ability to translate HR policies and processes into system configuration and workflows
• Advanced Excel and/or reporting tool capability
• Excellent attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach

Desirable experience:

• Exposure to statutory or regulatory HR reporting
• Experience supporting HR transformation or system implementation projects

What's on offer

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• A role with genuine influence over how HR processes and systems are designed
• Strong commitment to learning, development and continuous improvement
• An open, collaborative and values-led culture
• Generous pension provision
• Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support

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