Senior HR Business Analyst

RS&H is an employee-owned architecture, engineering, and consulting firm. The Senior HR Business Analyst shapes how HR data, processes, and systems support business outcomes by leading process improvement, defining reporting requirements, analyzing workforce data, and delivering actionable insights. The role also gathers HR technology requirements, supports user acceptance testing, manages project delivery, and advises on compensation and organizational design.

Responsibilities:

• Lead HR process improvement initiatives by defining scope, priorities, and success measures
• Review and approve process documentation, including workflows and standard operating procedures
• Ensure process changes are informed by data and aligned with organizational strategy
• Define HR reporting requirements and key performance indicators in partnership with leadership
• Analyze workforce data (e.g., headcount, attrition, compensation, recruiting, engagement) to identify trends and inform decisions
• Deliver accurate, actionable insights to HR leaders and business stakeholders
• Gather and document business requirements for HR systems and technology changes
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure solutions meet business needs prior to launch
• Collaborate with HR, IT, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Manage project scope, timelines, and business approvals across HR initiatives
• Present findings, recommendations, and updates to leadership
• Support compensation analysis and organizational design efforts

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in HR analytics, HRIS, or business analysis
• Experience owning business requirements and supporting UAT for HR technology projects
• Proficiency in Excel and at least one data visualization tool (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Hands-on experience with an HRIS platform
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer
• Experience leading cross-functional process improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with Agile or project management methodologies
• Knowledge of HR compliance frameworks (e.g., FLSA, EEOC, GDPR)
• Exposure to AI tools used in HR environments
• Experience with SQL or Python for data analysis
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or CBAP