HR Analyst III

Job Title: HR Analyst III Location: Houston, TX Pay Rate: $35–37/hour (W2) Summary The HR Analyst III is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for delivering advanced HR analytics, reporting, and operational insights to support strategic workforce decisions. This role partners closely with HR leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and drive data-informed improvements across HR programs, systems, and processes. Key Responsibilities HR Analytics & Reporting • Develop, analyze, and maintain advanced HR reports and dashboards covering headcount, turnover, compensation, performance, engagement, and compliance. • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of HR data across systems and reporting tools. • Translate complex data into actionable insights to support business and HR decision-making. Strategic & Operational Support • Partner with HR leadership, Finance, and business stakeholders to support workforce planning and organizational initiatives. • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis and present findings to leadership. • Support preparation of executive-level reports, presentations, and workforce metrics. Process Improvement & Systems • Evaluate and improve HR processes using analytics and best practices. • Support HRIS enhancements, testing, data validation, and documentation. • Create standardized metrics, reporting definitions, and governance frameworks. Compliance & Data Governance • Support audits, regulatory reporting, and data governance initiatives. • Ensure compliance with data privacy, confidentiality, and employment regulations. • Maintain documentation aligned with internal standards and compliance requirements. Reporting Relationship • Reports to: HR Analytics Manager / HR Director Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Analytics, or a related field. • 5+ years of progressive experience in HR analytics, HR operations, or reporting. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with HRIS and reporting tools. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data visualization skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently with strong attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting large or multinational organizations. • Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle.