People Data and Insights Consultant (London Area)

Job Title: People Data and Insights Consultant

Location: London

Type: Full-Time | Hybrid (3 days a week)

Our client, a leading organisation in the real estate and logistics property sector, is seeking a People Data and Insights Lead to join their HR team in London. This is a newly created, strategic role designed to elevate the organisation's use of people data to inform business decisions and drive continuous improvement across the employee experience.

We're looking for a data-driven HR professional who is passionate about turning data into actionable insights. This role will be central to delivering clear, visually compelling reporting and analysis that supports executive decision-making. You’ll work cross-functionally with HR, finance, payroll, and transformation teams to manage, optimise, and enhance people data, reporting architecture, and HR technology tools.

Key Responsibilities

Data Management & Governance

• Ensure HR data quality, accuracy, and compliance with GDPR regulations
• Lead data cleansing initiatives and support ongoing data improvement
• Collaborate with HR and IT to define roles and responsibilities in maintaining data integrity
• Support monthly data audits in partnership with Payroll and HR Business Partners
• Coach HR team members to enhance data literacy and analytical capability

Reporting & Dashboards

• Design and deliver high-quality people data dashboards and reporting packs
• Lead internal and external reporting, including KPIs, headcount, statutory submissions, and audit support
• Manage data for annual HR cycles including performance management, reward, and workforce planning

Analytics & Insights

• Translate complex data into clear insights that inform HR and business decisions
• Provide benchmarking analysis by researching external datasets and market trends
• Create engaging presentations tailored to various stakeholder audiences

HR Systems & Tools

• Serve as business owner for key HR data tools outside the main HRIS
• Work with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for system and process improvement
• Support the development of an HR tech roadmap, working alongside internal transformation teams to enhance tools and reporting capabilities

Skills & Experience Required

• 2+ years’ experience in people data analytics or a related field
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with a track record of creating dashboards and insights
• Advanced Excel and Power BI knowledge is essential
• Experience using a modern HRIS system (name agnostic)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations
• Experience in real estate or property sectors is advantageous but not essential