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Annapurna

Senior HR Data Lead

On site

London, United kingdom

Senior

Freelance

23-12-2025

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Leadership Tableau Data Governance Monitoring Decision-making Training Architecture Data Architecture power bi Organization Analytics

Job Specifications

Key Responsibilities

HR Data Strategy & Leadership

Define and execute the enterprise HR data and people analytics strategy aligned to business priorities
Act as the subject-matter expert for HR data, metrics, and analytics across the organization
Lead and mentor HR data analysts and reporting teams (directly or via matrix)
Partner with HR leadership to embed data-driven decision-making into HR processes

Data Governance & Quality

Own HR data governance, definitions, standards, and controls
Ensure data integrity across core HR systems (e.g., HRIS, ATS, LMS, payroll)
Establish data quality monitoring, audits, and remediation processes
Ensure compliance with data privacy and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, local labor laws)

Analytics & Insights

Develop advanced workforce analytics, dashboards, and predictive models (e.g., attrition, workforce planning, skills demand)
Translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations for senior leaders
Support strategic initiatives including DEI, succession planning, performance management, and employee engagement
Lead ad-hoc and deep-dive analyses for executive and board-level reporting

Systems & Technology

Partner with IT and vendors to optimize HR data architecture and integrations
Lead or support HRIS implementations, upgrades, and data migrations
Drive adoption of analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Identify opportunities to automate reporting and improve data self-service

Stakeholder Engagement

Act as the primary interface between HR, Finance, IT, and business leaders on workforce data
Influence senior stakeholders using evidence-based insights
Provide guidance and training to HR partners on data literacy and analytics usage

About the Company

At Annapurna, we are focused on becoming a trusted responsible search partner for our clients. We provide a multi-award winning, values led recruitment service delivered by the experienced search consultants, utilising a methodology derived from a passion for innovation, thought leadership and outstanding corporate social responsibility. We partner with the most innovative organisations in the world, to help them engage the best talent on the market and scale through growth services. Working across the Permanent, Interim ... Know more