Location: Chelmsford (Hybrid – 3 days on site)
Contract: 6 month Fixed-Term Contract or Hourly Rate (flexible)
Hours: 37 hours per week

We are seeking an experienced HR Systems & Data Advisor to support our busy HR team during a period of high workload and multiple ongoing projects. This role requires a technically confident, proactive individual who can work autonomously and support both business-as-usual activities and data improvement initiatives.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Monitor and maintain HR and academic workload data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
• Oversee data input by academics and stakeholders, managing deadlines and resolving issues proactively.
• Troubleshoot complex spreadsheet errors, including broken formulas, deleted cells, and layout issues.
• Identify recurring system or data issues and recommend improvements to prevent repeat queries.
• Produce regular and ad hoc reports to support operational and strategic HR requirements.
• Support the HR team with workforce data analysis and business intelligence activity.
• Assist with reporting deadlines, particularly during peak periods.
• Support ongoing system and process improvements across HR systems and reporting.
• Work autonomously during quieter periods, using initiative to identify value-adding activities.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders regarding data issues, outputs, and timelines.
• Present basic reports or findings in meetings where required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience in HR systems, HR data, or workforce reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills with confidence troubleshooting technical issues.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Clear communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders.
• Desirable: Experience within the education sector, degree qualified or qualified by relevant experience, experience using Power BI or similar BI tools, comfortable presenting basic data or reports in meetings.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements with hybrid working options.
• Opportunity to work on significant projects within a supportive team.
• Exposure to advanced reporting tools and systems.

To apply for this HR Systems & Data Advisor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.