Workforce Data Analyst

About the role

A large, values-driven organisation is looking for an experienced Workforce Analyst to join a team focused on workforce analytics, reporting and strategic planning. The role works across People & Culture, Finance, Payroll and operational teams to turn complex workforce data into insights that help leaders forecast needs and improve performance. It is a permanent, full-time position based in Christchurch, paid $100,000-$125,000 per year.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain workforce dashboards, reporting and analytical products
• Analyse workforce, payroll, recruitment, wellbeing and organisational data to identify trends and opportunities
• Build and optimise SQL queries to extract and transform data from multiple sources
• Develop and enhance Power BI dashboards, data models and reporting solutions
• Deliver workforce forecasting, scenario modelling and planning insights
• Partner with stakeholders to understand business challenges and give actionable recommendations
• Ensure data quality, integrity and reporting accuracy across workforce datasets

Required profile

• Proven experience in data analytics, business intelligence and workforce planning
• Experience analysing HR, payroll, workforce, finance or organisational data
• Ability to turn technical analysis into clear business insights
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Naturally curious and analytical, with excellent attention to detail
• Right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand

Required skills

• Advanced SQL
• Power BI and Excel
• Desirable: workforce analytics or HR reporting experience, exposure to payroll and HR information systems, forecasting or scenario modelling experience, experience delivering reports to senior leaders

The role is advertised exclusively by Beyond Recruitment, which handles confidential enquiries and applications. Applications are reviewed as they arrive.