What is the role of an HR analyst?

Collects and compiles HR metrics and data from various sources, including the human resource information system (HRIS) and payroll outputs, management and employee surveys, exit interviews, employment records, government labor statistics, competitors' practices, and other sources.

Analyzes data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to recruitment, hiring practices, motivation, turnover, and compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Prepares reports of data results, presenting and explaining findings to senior leadership.

Identifies and recommends reasonable short- and long-term goals, milestones, and benchmarks for key performance metrics.

Based on metrics and analysis, makes recommendations for policies and activities to improve the organizational culture, including suggestions to attract and hire qualified candidates, motivate and retain employees, address staffing issues, and maintain legal compliance.

Facilitates new training, development, recruiting, and other related initiatives.

May conduct or assist with conducting classification audits to ensure that jobs are properly classified as exempt or nonexempt.

Ensures compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices.

May assist HR leadership with staffing, recruiting, and departmental budgets.

May guide and assist with performance, benefit, and compensation review and evaluation processes.