Data Analyst - HR

Job Description Do you have a keen interest in analytics and a knowledge of HR? We have a rare opportunity to join our People Function team as a People Insight Specialist. This is an exciting time to join the department as we are currently going through a period of change to make sure we are fit for future growth and sustainability. As a People Insight Specialist, you will be responsible for provision of insight capability across our People Function to enable decisions to help drive the delivery and shaping of our strategy. You will be responsible for building confidence and capability in terms of a ‘data mindset’ across the people function by working collaboratively with all the People Teams to understand reporting requirements, challenge and drive the reporting and insights. You’ll provide analytical support to inform decision making and enable effective development of business cases ensuring all insight is produced in accordance with the Society’s data governance standards. Your advanced Excel and data analysis skills combined with the ability to interpret and present data in a manner which is clear and easy to understand by stakeholders both technical and non-technical will help you succeed within this role. Ideal Candidate To be successful in this role you will have a high level of analytical skill with the ability to develop insight and present this in a meaningful manner. You will also have a strong attention to detail with the ability to follow quality standards to ensure a high standard of data governance is always maintained. Working with a number of stakeholders both within the People Function and also the wider Society you will have strong communication skills with the ability to adapt your style to differing people and situations. You will work in vertical teams to collaboratively solve business problems so again relationship building and adapting to others are key elements to success within this role. We want someone who can hit the ground running within this role so significant competence with Excel and PowerPoint is a must. With additional experience in developing models on Excel and the use of Power BI would be highly advantageous along with experience of statistical techniques to query data. About Skipton Building Society At Skipton Building Society we are not just another Financial Services Institution we are a mutual organisation, which means we are owned by our members and believe in placing them at the heart of everything we do. The same goes for our people. We can only be successful as a business if we have great people and we believe in treating people as individuals. Our values are Trust, Ownership and One Team which reflect the attitudes and way of working everyone here displays on a daily basis, and which are key to the delivery of the outstanding level of personal service we offer our customers. We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every colleague has an opportunity to fulfil their career potential. We respect and appreciate the value that our colleagues’ unique differences can bring and offer consideration for anyone seeking a more flexible work-life balance. If you have a need for flexibility then please let us know. Why Work For Us We’re committed to paying our people fairly for the role they undertakeand provide a wide range of benefits to support our colleagues’ finances and wellbeing, including our Employee Assistance programme, the opportunity to buy extra holidays and shopping discount vouchers You’ll be able to shape your career within your team and can expect a structured learning and development programme where you’ll be valued recognised and rewarded. More information on our benefits can be found here Skipton are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age