HR - Data Analyst

Job Description: Data Analyst - HR Department

Location: Noida; for projects across India

"Note: This is a Short-term contractual role for a duration of 11 Months of contract."

About Varahe Analytics:

Varahe Analytics is one of Indias premier integrated political consulting firms, specialising in building data-driven 360-degree election management. We help our clients with strategic advice and implementation, combining data-backed insights and in-depth ground intelligence into a holistic electoral campaign.

We are passionate about our democracy and the politics that shape our world. We draw on some of the sharpest minds from distinguished institutions and diverse professional backgrounds to help us achieve our goal of building electoral strategies that spark conversations, effect change, and help shape electoral and legislative ecosystems in our country.

About the Team:

We are looking for an experienced Data Analyst to join our HR team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, with a focus on HR metrics, employee data management, and reporting. You will work closely with HR leadership to provide insights that drive strategic decision-making, improve processes, and enhance employee experience.

What Would This Role Entail?

• Collect, clean, and analyze HR data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that support strategic HR initiatives.
• Develop and maintain HR dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs), including recruitment, retention, employee engagement, and workforce diversity.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to understand data needs and provide actionable insights to improve HR processes and outcomes.
• Assist in the design and implementation of HR analytics tools and platforms.
• Conduct predictive analysis to anticipate future HR trends and inform decision-making.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy by implementing best practices in data management and analysis.
• Support HR projects by providing data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and tools in HR analytics and data analysis.

Necessary Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Data Science, Statistics, HR, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience as a Data Analyst, preferably within an HR department.
• Proficient in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of HR metrics, processes, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Zimyo, Keka, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Should be comfortable with traveling or deputation for a few months on a project basis.
• Apps Script/Python is must with minimum 3 years of experience
• Spreadsheet skills should be a must, along with automation.
• Must be able to build machine learning models to scale data and make predictions using historical data.

Good to Have Skills:

• Prior experience managing internship programs and fresh graduate hiring.
• Bachelors Degree OR master's in HR HR-related field.
• Understanding of HR tools or ATS platforms.
• Basic knowledge of politics and the nature of Indias democracy.
• Good communication skills are required.
• The candidate should be open to travel as needed.

Role Expectations:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, and analyze significant amounts of data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with HRIS & HRMS systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Understanding of local political landscape

How to Apply

If you're a working professional looking for a high-impact challenge, interested in joining a team of like-minded and motivated individuals who think strategically, act decisively, and get things done, drop in an email at openings@varaheanalytics.com with the subject line: Application for Data Analyst - HR Department.