HRIS Analyst (11 month fixed term contract). McGraw-Hill – London recruitment
The McGraw-Hill Companies has been a leader in providing high quality information and analysis across global markets for more than a century. We are helping to create a smarter, better world by meeting critical needs for the knowledge, insights and analysis that help individuals, markets and countries grow and prosper. With more than 280 offices in 40 countries, the Company is poised to support a new era of global growth to deliver valuable benchmarks and information that help financial and business professionals around the world make better decisions.
The HRIS Analyst will provide HR information and data for the EMEA region, working closely with the UK and US Shared Services team to ensure standardisation and alignment to global standards and processes.
Provide a dedicated Tier 1 Manager Self Service (MSS) support to the business and ensure the accuracy and integrity of employee and position data across the EMEA region.
Supporting major global and EMEA projects, including the implementation of HR systems, Business Separation and Mergers and Acquisitions
Key responsibilities:
Data Management
- Ensure data collection, data maintenance and reporting practices remain in line with Global Company requirements and European legislation with focus on employee data privacy and regional data protection legislation.
- Provide a Tier 1 shared service support for HRIS Manager Self Service (MSS) and position management expertise across the MEA Region. Including coaching and support to line managers in the completion of MSS transactions, aiming to drive up confidence and ability of managers to self-serve.
- Support the Regional HR Data Specialist in ensuring that all MSS transactions have been submitted correctly. Liaise with HR generalists, Finance and Line Managers in the role of MSS Approver validating if position requests are accurate and new positions are created in Lawson in line with agreed business standards.
Reporting and Analysis
- Develop and deliver monthly headcount and turnover reports.
- Provide a comprehensive management information service to the HR team, Finance, EMEA Regional Practice Leaders and Office Heads utilizing a number of reporting tools to include Lawson, Inform, Data Depot and Crystal.
- Oversee the development of an EMEA/ Asiapac HR dashboard.
Process Improvement and Intranet
- Support the HR Intranet Communications Analyst in the analysis of HR processes to maximize efficiencies and mitigate risk, using technology where possible to support these aims.
- Undertake risk assessments and recommend changes and additional audit steps to further mitigate risk. Using project management tools, Business Process Management (BPM) and Lean Six Sigma techniques where appropriate.
- Support EMEA HR Intranet Communications Analyst in the development of the EMEA HR intranet, Buzz and HR portal and knowledgebase project.
HR Systems and Projects
- Support HRIS Manager in respect of Workday, Silkroad and Northgate Arinso implementation projects
- Support Mcgraw-Hill Education business separation activity with database refreshes, HRIS system updates and legal entity expertise.
- Support MA project team in respect of data requirements and system uploads for new acquisitions.
Skills
- Experience in HR data management. Strong HR information/reporting systems and KPI background.
- Possess a detailed understanding of HR processes and best practice techniques. Maintain a strong understanding of technology and continuously update new technologies.
- Fully competent professional in the field of HR Data Analysis and Reporting.
- Expert-level Excel skills required; database (e.g., Access) experience; and proficient in all other Microsoft office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Project).
- Excellent interpersonal skills will be necessary to effectively leverage all levels of management. Strong communication skills and a consultative style are critical in order to coordinate resources across multiple functions.
- Ability to interpret and problem solve complex information issues, utilizing initiative to develop practical solutions
- The ability to manage own workload ensuring deadlines are met within agreed timescales.
- Demonstrated passion for accuracy and detail-orientation.
- The individual must be able to prioritize their activities with minimal supervision. They must maintain a high level of creativity in their roles and be able to present their rationale to others.
- A sound understanding of UK employment legislation and awareness of European wide employment legislation.
- Understanding of Business Process Management (BPM) or Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Knowledge and Experience of Lawson HRIS Workday preferable.