HRIS Analyst

AWE is currently recruiting for a HR Analyst to provide efficient and effective support and maintenance of HR Services, processes, data and systems, working to agreed service levels, ensuring high quality consistent service delivery.

Location: RG7 4PR, site is located between Reading and Basingstoke. Plans for this role to be moving to Green Park, Reading in January 2026.

Package: Starting from 29,600 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

As the HR Analyst, you will support and maintain HR systems, ensuring data accuracy, integrity and appropriate data security is in place, ensuring our data and systems are fit for purpose. You will provide technical support and training to HR staff on HR systems and tools. Collaborate with HR and IT teams to implement new HR technologies and system upgrades. As part of your role, you will also:

• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and company policies.
• Document system processes and procedures.
• Stay updated on HR technology trends and best practice.

Who are we looking for?

We are ideally seeking an individual with proven experience as an HR Analyst or similar role with knowledge of HR systems (e.g., HRIS, ATS, LMS). You will have proficiency in database management and data analysis and excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We do need you to have the following:

• CIPD or equivalent HR Qualification, or relevant experience.

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:

• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Knowledge of Workday, SABA, ServiceNow, Oracle or equivalent HRIS technologies.
• Knowledge of process improvement through the employee life cycle.
• Experience with HRIS systems.
• Familiarity with employee lifecycle processes and techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical capabilities and knowledge of the use of metrics.

You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Some reasons we think you'll love it here:

AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

This role is suitable for hybrid working on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically, 3 days on site per week.