Business Analyst (HR)
Posted 4 days ago by The Bridge IT Recruitment
Negotiable
Outside
Hybrid
Lancashire
Summary: The Business Analyst (HR) role in Preston involves collaborating with senior HR stakeholders to leverage technology for process improvement and strategic initiatives. The position requires a strong background in HR systems and a focus on translating business challenges into technological solutions. The role is initially for 6 months with potential for extension and requires on-site presence two days a week. Candidates should possess experience in process mapping and automation opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with senior HR stakeholders to identify where technology can add value
- Gather, document, and validate requirements that support strategic HR initiatives
- Lead and contribute to process mapping activities using BPMN or similar standards
- Support data cleansing efforts and identify opportunities for automation and AI-driven efficiencies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth delivery of solutions
Key Skills:
- Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders across HR and IT
- Solid understanding of HR systems, processes, and reporting
- Familiarity with Oracle systems is highly desirable
- Awareness of how RPA and AI can improve data quality and streamline operations
- Strong documentation and process mapping skills (BPMN or similar)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Preston
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: HR
Business Analyst (HR) Location - Preston x2 days per week onsite Competitive outside day rate Duration - initial 6 months with a likely extension
We're supporting the search for a Business Analyst with a strong background in HR systems and processes, to join a dynamic team driving tech-enabled change. This role will suit someone who understands how to translate business challenges into opportunities through smart technology and process improvement.
Key responsibilities:
- Work closely with senior HR stakeholders to identify where technology can add value
- Gather, document, and validate requirements that support strategic HR initiatives
- Lead and contribute to process mapping activities using BPMN or similar standards
- Support data cleansing efforts and identify opportunities for automation and AI-driven efficiencies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth delivery of solutions
Key experience:
- Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders across HR and IT
- Solid understanding of HR systems, processes, and reporting
- Familiarity with Oracle systems is highly desirable
- Awareness of how RPA and AI can improve data quality and streamline operations
- Strong documentation and process mapping skills (BPMN or similar)
If you're a confident, solution-focused BA with a keen eye for how technology can support HR transformation, then hit apply!