HRIS Specialist

Women in Data® is seeking an HRIS Specialist to lead the operational management of our Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), including our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), and future platforms such as a Learning Management System (LMS). Are you passionate about HR technology, systems and data‑driven decision‑making? The role requires leading data integrity, user experience and organisational insight for our HR systems. Responsibilities Manage, configure, and optimise all HR systems, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and robust reporting. Act as the key liaison with system vendors and internal stakeholders. Monitor system performance, recommend improvements, and design solutions to enhance user engagement. Provide training and support to users across the organisation. Collaborate with IT and People teams for seamless integration and user experience. Own the governance and content structure of our People Portal SharePoint site. Collate data and produce dashboards for key metrics, supporting strategic storytelling. Stay informed of external trends and system roadmaps to recommend solutions that align with business needs. Manage API links and integrations, including DocuSign. Extract and upload pay data to support pay strategy development. Produce people‑related data for government and official returns. Systems You’ll Be Working With HiBob, Teamtailor, Kudos, DocuSign, SharePoint… and potentially an LMS in the future. Qualifications Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g. HiBob, Cezanne, Workday), including record maintenance and reporting. Familiarity with ATS and/or LMS platforms. Strong understanding of data governance and reporting. Proficiency in mapping business processes and identifying improvements. Experience managing SharePoint sites and content planning. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and a drive for continuous improvement. Ability to train and support system users. Demonstrable understanding of confidentiality and attention to detail. Experience in an HR environment and knowledge of HR best practice and legislation (desirable). Benefits 10% non‑contributory pension. 29 days holiday (inclusive of Christmas shutdown) + public holidays. Group Life Assurance (equal to 4 x basic salary). Salary Sacrifice schemes (cycle to work, home & tech scheme). Enhanced and competitive parental leave for all parents. Moneyhealth’s Financial Coaching & Wellbeing Platform. Health Cash Plan (cash back on eligible medical treatments). Reward & Recognition Programme. Discounted gym membership. Sports & Social club. Payroll charitable giving. Subsidised on‑site restaurant. Free on‑site parking. Working Hours Standard hours are 8:30 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday, early finish on Friday 8:30 – 15:45. Talk to us about flexible working if this doesn’t quite suit you – we take work‑life balance seriously. Hybrid Work Model You’ll be expected to work from our office in Thatcham at least two days per week, combining remote and in‑person collaboration. About the Company Thatcham Research is a leader in automotive research, shaping new vehicle design and influencing higher standards of safety, security and repair. With an on‑site Crash Laboratory, Repair Technology Centre and Training Academy, our expertise drives the latest automotive developments. Values We value Fearless, Inquisitive, Resourceful, Supportive and Trusted. Demonstrate these values throughout the recruitment process. Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We champion an inclusive workplace that values diversity across gender, ethnicity, age, disability, social mobility, LGBTQ+ identities, and more. We invest in training and partnerships to foster positive change. Recruitment Process We manage our recruitment in-house, providing transparency and an excellent employee experience. Your application will be reviewed, followed by a telephone screening with a Recruitment Business Partner, a first interview via Teams, and a second/final interview in‑person (potentially with a role‑specific task). Feedback is provided after each interview, and we welcome your survey responses. Legal Notice All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK. Email inquiries: careers@thatcham.org We are proud supporters of Women in Data. Visit www.womenindata.co.uk to join the community. Follow us on LinkedIn for updates on career opportunities and more. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Analyst Industries Information Services #J-18808-Ljbffr