HR Analyst

This is an HR Analyst / People Data & HR Operations role. You will work in the People (HR) team handling HR data, dashboards, reporting (headcount, hiring, turnover), payroll support, DEI analytics, and improving HR systems and processes using tools like Excel and Power BI.

About Low Carbon

Low Carbon creates large-scale renewable energy to fight climate change. We’re building a net-zero energy company that will help to protect the planet for future generations. This defining purpose drives us to deliver for our communities, investors, and the environment. We are a long-standing certified B-Corporation and recognised as a gold standard for our environmental impact.

As a next-generation IPP, we develop, build, and operate utility-scale solar, onshore wind, and battery storage projects across the UK and Europe. We’re supporting the world’s move to an energy system powered by renewables. To date we have developed more than 8 GW of renewable energy projects and have 1 GW of capacity either in operation or under construction. We have a current development pipeline of 16 GW.

Our people and culture are really important to us. We are friendly, approachable, and professional. We value enthusiasm, entrepreneurialism, clear communication, and drive. This, combined with our purpose and passion for climate change, is why our colleagues recommend Low Carbon as a great place to work.

Role Description

Our HR Analyst will be responsible for turning People data into clear insight and action. You will help maintain and improve our People systems and reporting, and partner with colleagues across the business to automate, simplify and strengthen our people processes as we scale in the UK and internationally.

Reporting to our People Director, you’ll be a key member of the People team, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality reporting and operational support in a fast-changing environment. You will be curious, action-focused and enthusiastic about using data, systems and AI to improve the employee experience and enable better decision-making for leaders across the business globally.

Our People team is embedded in the business with a customer centric approach. The ideal candidate will therefore be open, friendly and able to build relationships with colleagues at all levels, and will be motivated to grow a career in human resources.

Key Responsibilities

Data, Systems & Processes

• Support administration and continual improvement of the People system (data quality, user access, workflows and self-service)

• Coordinate and execute core people processes with precision (e.g., onboarding/offboarding, benefits and payroll administration), ensuring accurate data capture and strong process controls across geographies

• Provide data-led support to managers and the People team (e.g., headcount, turnover, hiring funnel and engagement insights) to inform decisions on organisational design, hiring and engagement

• Own and continually improve People reporting (dashboards, KPIs and recurring packs), delivering clear insights and ensuring accuracy and integrity of People data

• Act as the bridge between People, Finance and Tech teams, championing automation, self-serve reporting and responsible use of AI to improve efficiency and decision-making

• Maintain People data governance (definitions, access controls, retention and GDPR-compliant processes), proactively identifying and resolving data quality issues

Reward, Compensation & Benefits

• Support payroll administration by maintaining accurate data inputs, managing process timelines and resolving data exceptions (UK and international)

• Support reward and benefits reviews by producing analyses, reports and documentation

• Coordinate data and reporting for annual compensation cycles (e.g., eligibility lists, checks and summary packs)

People Policies

• Support the maintenance of our people policy framework by tracking versions, coordinating updates, and ensuring policies are accessible and consistently applied across geographies

• Support compliance and risk management by maintaining HR process evidence, reporting and controls to enable audit readiness

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

• Maintain and improve DEI reporting and dashboards (e.g., representation, hiring outcomes and progression), ensuring clear definitions and accurate, trusted data

• Support pay equity and reward analysis by preparing datasets, validating inputs and producing summary insights for review

• Improve DEI data capture and governance (including privacy and consent)

• Track and report on DEI actions and initiatives, helping to measure impact over time and enabling transparent updates to stakeholders

Employee Relations & stakeholder management

• Oversee responses to first line people queries and issues

• Support employee relations processes through accurate documentation, meeting coordination and case tracking, escalating within the People Team as appropriate

Hiring

• Support talent acquisition administration and reporting using our ATS (Workable), ensuring data accuracy and smooth candidate workflows.

• Coordinate interview logistics and support consistent assessment by maintaining scorecards, interview packs and process guidance

Person Specification

• A friendly, approachable and professional manner

• An excellent communicator who builds trusted relationships with people at all levels

• Energetic, adaptable and proactive, with a strong ‘can do’ attitude and a focus on taking action

• Genuine interest in data, reporting, systems and AI, with curiosity to learn and improve how work gets done

• Highly organised, great attention to detail and a focus on getting things done

• Have a ‘hands on’ approach, visible across the business with good communication and other interpersonal skills

• Be an enthusiastic and committed team player who will work well with the Team’s key customers and stakeholders

Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in HR, business, analytics or a related discipline; committed to continuous learning and development

• Experience in HR operations and/or People analytics in a fast-paced environment; exposure to international contexts is an advantage (but this role would also suit a recent graduate)

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI (or similar) and HR dashboards is preferred

• Strong technical capability across HRIS/systems, data management, reporting and process improvement (payroll/ER knowledge helpful but not essential)

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Confident presenting information clearly in writing and slide decks; able to translate data into practical, action-oriented recommendations

Our Compensation & Benefits

• 26 days holiday plus your birthday off (with option to buy a further 5 days)

• Discretionary Bonus

• Bupa Health Check & Private Healthcare for you and your family (medical history disregarded)

• Contributory Pension

• Cycle scheme

• Season Ticket Loan

• Pluxee for commercial discounts and perks

• 3 additional days for volunteering to support causes of your choice

We’re committed to building an inclusive team and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you don’t meet every requirement listed, but you believe you can succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply. We’re also happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.