We are seeking a dynamic and analytical professional to join our team as a People Analyst. This role combines the responsibilities of analyzing workforce data and controlling HR-related costs, including salaries and other people-related expenses. Operating across 20+ diverse European countries, this position offers a unique opportunity to work at scale, uncover cross-market insights, and contribute to impactful, region-wide initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, business & financial controlling, Excel superuser skills, and experience with Power BI and Python. The work should lead to reporting that is as relevant as financial reporting and can support People & Culture in being a strategic partner to the business. As a key player in People and Culture, this person will help drive the business toward its ambitious strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret HR data from various sources to provide insights on workforce trends, employee performance & engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
• Develop, maintain, and build Power BI reports and dashboards to support decision-making processes.
• Conduct regular audits of People data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Utilize advanced data analytics to provide comprehensive insights into organizational performance.
• Monitor the effectiveness of employee initiatives.
• Ensure that reporting is as relevant as financial reporting and supports HR in being a strategic partner to the business.
• Develop and track key People metrics measure progress against strategic objectives.
• Analyze qualitative data from engagement surveys and exit interviews to identify trends and actionable insights.
• Adapt reporting and analysis to support the phased implementation of People initiatives, ensuring insights evolve with each strategic phase.

People Cost Control:

• Monitor and control People-related costs, including salaries, benefits, and other employee-related expenses.
• Develop and implement cost control measures to optimize People budgets.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports related to HR expenditures and provide recommendations for cost-saving initiatives.

Budgeting:

• Participate in the development and management of people budgets across Europe.
• Collaborate with finance and People & Culture teams to forecast and allocate resources effectively.
• Monitor budget adherence and provide regular updates to senior management.

Strategic Planning:

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop and execute strategic People plans.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to support workforce planning and talent management.
• Partner with relevant stakeholders to support the business in reaching its ambitious goals.
• Support organizational design efforts by analyzing spans of control, role clarity, and capability gaps across markets.
• Collaborate with local People & Culture teams, finance, and business leaders to ensure alignment of people analytics with market-specific needs and strategic goals.

Candidate Profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in people analytics, data analysis, financial controlling, and Power BI.
• Strong proficiency in HRIS, data visualization tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation is required
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders across People & Culture, finance, and business functions.
• Understanding of how people data connects to broader business goals such as cost reduction, productivity, and long-term competitiveness.
• Experience working across diverse European markets, with the ability to tailor insights and recommendations to local contexts and cultural nuances.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

Are you ready for your next challenge? We will invite candidates for interviews on an ongoing basis, so do not hesitate to apply.

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