HR Data and Insights Analyst in London - Robert Walters

Robert Walters is partnered with ahigh-performing global financial services organisation. This company has been recognised multiple times as one of the UK's Best Places to Work. As the business continues to strengthen its HR operations and data capability, they're seeking an HR Data and Insights Analyst to support reporting, analytics and continuous improvement initiatives.

We're supporting a global organisation in the financial services sector as they continue to strengthen their HR technology and reporting capability. They're now looking for an HR Data and Insights Analyst to play a key role in improving the way HR data is captured, analysed and used across the business. This is a great opportunity to join a company known for its collaborative culture, modern people practices and award-winning employee experience.

Key responsibilities for the HR Data and Insights Analyst

• Maintain, enhance and build HR reporting using UKG (Cognos Analytics) and other HR systems
• Produce scheduled, ad-hoc and exception reports for HR, Finance, Risk and Audit
• Review current reporting tools and processes, identifying opportunities to automate and streamline workflows
• Develop and maintain data quality checks, audits and governance processes
• Troubleshoot data discrepancies, analyse root causes and recommend improvements
• Support HR system enhancements and reporting requirements linked to operational and strategic initiatives
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve the way HR data supports wider business decision-making

What you'll bring

• 2-4 years' experience in HRIS, people analytics or HR data roles
• Technical experience with UKG, Cognos Analytics or similar HR reporting tools
• Strong Excel capability and comfort working with complex datasets
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Clear, confident communication and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Why this role stands out

This organisation offers a genuinely employee-centred culture with excellent development opportunities. Benefits typically include:

• Hybrid working - around 2 days a week in the London office
• 23 days holiday + 3 wellbeing days
• High-quality medical, dental and life insurance
• Access to 1,000+ LinkedIn Learning courses
• Paid volunteer days and wellbeing support
• Employee communities and affinity groups
• Monthly "no-meeting Fridays" and a focus on outcomes over output
• Recognition as one of the UK's Best Places to Work in recent years

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