HR Systems & Reporting Manager

About The Company Drax is a leading renewable energy company committed to generating dispatchable, sustainable power and creating a stable energy future in an increasingly uncertain world. Building on a proud heritage, Drax aims to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. The company is dedicated to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge by producing clean, renewable energy and pioneering innovative solutions in the energy sector. With a focus on decarbonisation and sustainability, Drax fosters a culture of practical innovation, future thinking, and business excellence. The organization values its role in shaping a greener future and actively works to reduce carbon emissions while supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled HR Systems & Reporting Manager to join our People team at Drax. This pivotal role involves managing the daily operations and maintenance of our global HR systems across the UK, US, and Canada, ensuring optimal performance, data accuracy, and system integrity. The successful candidate will oversee the design, development, and maintenance of comprehensive HR reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that deliver meaningful workforce insights to HR leadership and key stakeholders. You will be at the forefront of implementing system enhancements that improve functionality and user experience, ensuring our HR technology remains aligned with industry best practices. Your expertise will support data governance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives, making you a vital contributor to our strategic HR analytics and reporting capabilities.

Qualifications Proven experience working with enterprise HR systems in complex organizational environments Strong proficiency in reporting tools such as Power BI and Tableau Experience in building and maintaining dashboards and data visualizations Knowledge of data auditing, system configuration, and improvement programs Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical data into clear insights for non-technical audiences Understanding of data governance, GDPR, and data protection standards Curiosity and forward-thinking mindset, with a keen interest in emerging HR technology trends Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across teams and geographies

Responsibilities Act as a subject matter expert and first point of contact for HR systems queries, providing technical guidance and support to colleagues and users across all regions Maintain data integrity and governance across all HR systems through regular audits and quality checks Identify and resolve data quality issues, ensuring compliance with relevant data protection regulations Lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of HR reports, dashboards, and visualizations that provide actionable insights Manage system configuration, updates, and enhancements to optimize functionality and user experience Monitor industry trends and emerging HR analytics practices, providing strategic recommendations for system evolution Develop training materials and resources to support end-user adoption and proficiency Collaborate with HR and IT teams to implement system upgrades and process improvements Ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant data privacy standards in all reporting activities

Benefits Discretionary bonus based on company performance Private healthcare coverage SAYE (Sharesave) scheme, available periodically Personal accident insurance Group personal pension plan with employer contributions up to 10% 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Reimbursement for professional membership fees relevant to the role

Equal Opportunity Drax is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment, development, and advancement, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics. We believe that diverse perspectives and talents are essential to our success and are dedicated to creating a culture of fairness, inclusion, and mutual respect. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.