Sr Workforce Data Analyst

Job Summary:

Deliver data-driven insights that inform talent strategies and organizational decisions. Support the development of dashboards, reports, and analytics that measure the impact of HR programs and help business leaders understand workforce trends to make data-driven decisions. Respond to data requests from key stakeholders, developing reporting tools, identifying research methods and best practices, and implementing processes that help the HR team access, understand, and use data to make decisions. This role requires strong technical expertise, curiosity, and the ability to translate data into actionable stories.

Core Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) of Syneos HR data, systems, and reporting structure.

• Translate business and HR questions into data hypotheses and insights.

• Conduct analysis and modeling to extract insights across the employee lifecycle (e.g., hiring, engagement, performance, attrition).

• Analyze data from multiple sources including Workday, PowerBI, survey tools, and Excel to identify trends and opportunities.

• Collaborate with global HRBPs, COEs, and IT partners to ensure high-quality data delivery and usability.

• Build, maintain, and automate dashboards and recurring reports using tools like Power BI, Workday, and Excel.

• Support Business Development (BD) and Proposals by providing workforce data insights that support pricing, staffing models, and client expectations.

• Support HR initiatives such as performance management, talent reviews, and engagement surveys with timely reporting and insight generation.

• Maintain and enhance internal documentation and data dictionaries to improve transparency and consistency.

• Support efforts to streamline reporting processes, improve self-service, and increase overall data fluency in HR.

• Work collaboratively with teammates to share knowledge, problem-solve, and deliver best-in-class analytics support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Data Science, Information Management, Computer Science, Math/Statistics, or related field; advanced degree a plus.

• 5+ years of experience in an HR analytics or reporting role, ideally in a global or matrixed environment.

• Proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel (macros, pivot tables, formulas); familiarity with Workday reporting strongly preferred.

• Experience with data storytelling and the ability to translate complex findings into simple insights.

• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and research methods (e.g., regressions, t-tests, correlation).

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, balance priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

• Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable navigating ambiguity.

• Self-starter with ability to initiate and drive projects to completion with minimal guidance.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams or in shared services preferred.