People Analytics - Behavioral Scientist

People Analytics - Behavioral Scientist

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About Us:

Nestl Business Services India (NBS) is at the heart of the Nestl Group. We provide services in various functions and domains to enable Nestl to engage with millions of consumers worldwide. We are a multicultural and diverse team of professionals who are passionate about digital innovation and driving continuous improvement of processes with colleagues across the world.

We are looking for talents who are eager to learn, team player, digitally-savvy, and who can flourish in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. If this describes you, and you are looking to join a business where you can really add value, its time to consider joining NBS.

Position Summary:

Responsible for applying behavioral science principles and methodologies to analyze and interpret human behavior data within the organization. Collaborates with HR stakeholders, data analysts, and data scientists to uncover insights and patterns that drive employee engagement, productivity, and organizational effectiveness. Leverages behavioral science to inform HR strategies and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Conducting research to understand human behavior

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to understand human behavior and its impact on organizational goals.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives based on behavioral insights to drive desired outcomes.
• Collaborate with HR stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for behavioral interventions and design effective strategies.
• Analyze complex data sets to identify key insights and develop actionable recommendations.
• Present research findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and industry trends in behavioral science and apply them to strategic initiatives.
• Foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making by promoting the use of behavioral science principles across the organization.
• Design and conduct research studies and experiments to collect and analyze behavioral data (behavior, attitudes, emotions) using quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Analyze data and apply theories of behavior to organization

• Apply behavioral science theories and frameworks to interpret data and provide insights on employee behavior, motivation, and decision-making.
• Utilize statistical analysis techniques to identify patterns, correlations, and trends in employee data, and develop predictive models where applicable.
• Develop theories that explain how and why people behave the way they do.
• Collaborate with data analysts and data scientists to integrate behavioral data with other HR data sources for comprehensive analysis.

Applying research findings to solve problems, drive actions, and develop new products

• Communicate research findings and insights to HR stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner, using data visualization and storytelling techniques.
• Collaborate with HR teams to develop evidence-based strategies and interventions to improve employee engagement, well-being, and performance.
• Use research findings to influence the design of products and services, and policies that promote well-being and social change
• Design and develop surveys to support behavioral research, new insights, and drive action.
• Build a portfolio of pre-designed survey templates to support the business in self-serving and democratize behavioral science capabilities.

Collaborating and advising

• Provide guidance and support to HR teams in designing and implementing behavioral science experiments and interventions.
• Lead and facilitate workshops or training sessions to educate teams on behavioral science concepts and their application.
• Collaborate with external consultants or researchers for specialized behavioral science projects or expertise, as needed.

What will make you successful:

• A master's or doctoral degree in behavioral science, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in applying behavioral science principles and methodologies in an organizational context.
• Experience with experimental design, survey development, and data collection methods.
• Familiarity with HR data sources and analytics platforms (e.g., HRIS, employee surveys, performance management systems).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to derive actionable insights from complex data.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey research findings and recommendations to HR stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Experience in organizational behavior, change management, or related fields is a plus.