People Data and Systems Manager
At a glance
Manager-level People Analytics role at Digital Catapult. Belfast · full-time · £45,000–£52,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run the people systems, keeping employee records accurate and secure while maintaining reliable system performance
- Build workforce dashboards and reports, then turn the results into insights for organisational decisions
- Improve people processes by finding opportunities to automate work and make systems easier to use
- Deliver required diversity and workforce reporting, and supply analysis for people projects and organisational change
What you bring
- You have worked in people systems, HR information systems, people analytics or workforce reporting
- You can interpret complex people data and explain useful findings to different audiences
- You have created dashboards and management reports using Excel, Power BI or comparable tools
- You understand GDPR, data governance and ways to protect employee data quality and security
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone who combines people systems administration with analysis and process improvement, and can work across teams to inform decisions. You can be based in Belfast or London, with office attendance expected two days a week and some roles requiring more frequent on-site work. Applicants must pass BPSS clearance before starting.
From the employer
Are you passionate about using data, systems and technology to improve the employee experience and enable better business decision-making? We're looking for a People Data & Systems Manager to lead the development of our people systems, reporting and analytics capability, ensuring we have the insights, processes and tools needed to support an engaging and high-performing workplace. We're particularly interested in someone with a curious mindset and a willingness to explore how emerging technologies, including AI, can enhance processes, strengthen insights and improve efficiency across the People function.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine systems expertise, data analysis and continuous improvement, working closely with stakeholders across the organisation to translate people data into meaningful insights and drive smarter ways of working.
WHAT YOU’LL DO (Duties)
- Act as the subject matter expert and lead administrator for our People systems, ensuring data integrity, security and effective system performance.
- Develop and maintain People dashboards, reports and workforce analytics, providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives across People processes, identifying opportunities for automation, efficiency and enhanced user experience.
- Manage statutory and organisational reporting requirements, including diversity, workforce and people metrics.
- Support People projects and organisational change initiatives by providing robust workforce data, analysis and recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with GDPR, data governance standards and best practice in relation to employee data management.
Requirements
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Experience)
- Experience working in a People Systems, HRIS, People Analytics or workforce reporting role.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and present meaningful insights to a range of audiences.
- Experience producing dashboards, reports and management information using tools such as Excel, Power BI or similar reporting platforms.
- Knowledge of data governance, GDPR and best practice approaches to maintaining data quality and security.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence decision-making.
- Experience of driving process improvement, systems optimisation or digital transformation initiatives would be highly desirable.
Location: This role can be based out of Belfast or London
Deadline for Applications: Friday, 16 October 2026 (we do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so you are encouraged to submit your application at the earliest opportunity)
Salary: £45,000 - £52,000 (subject to experience) + discretionary bonus + competitive benefits package
Like the sound of what we do but unsure if this is the right role for you? If you are interested in joining Digital Catapult and hearing about our latest vacancies, please email across your CV to digital-catapult@jobs.workablemail.com
Pre-Employment Background Checking Process
Due to the nature of our work across government and public sector contracts, including working with sensitive information, all applicants will need to successfully complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance process prior to starting employment.
Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We recognise and value the advantages and opportunities that come with having people from diverse backgrounds working with us and it is our ambition to build an organisation which is representative and reflective of UK society.
We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates, candidates from minority and underrepresented groups and from candidates with more or less experience, provided the requisite skills can be demonstrated.
As members of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Please do speak with us about adjustments that could support you through our interview process.
Digital Catapult is an equal opportunities employer.
Benefits
- We are in the UK’s Top 100 Best Workplaces and placed in the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech and Large Organisations.
- Digital Catapult is a Disability Confident Committed Level 1 Employer.
- Excellent holiday package: 25 days annual leave, Bank Holidays and 3 days between Christmas and New Year:
- Double-matched pension up to 10% of your salary;
- Discretionary company bonus
- 4% of your salary to use towards selecting benefits that work for you, including health cash plan, Private Medical Insurance; buying holiday, topping up your pension;
- E-Vehicle Scheme; Cycle2Work; Tech Scheme; Gym Discounts; Give As you Earn; PerkPal;
- Life insurance 4x salary;
- Free to access EAP & Financial Wellbeing advice;
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave;
- Hybrid working - with great offices to work from 2 days per week with some roles needing to be onsite more regularly to ensure the successful delivery of our work;
- Investment in your ongoing learning and development with us;
- Company social events throughout the year and free office snacks!
We have a vibrant and engaging culture where all voices are heard and a variety of employee led affinity groups who champion initiatives and provide opportunities for feedback to be shared.
We use moments in the year to educate everyone at Digital Catapult on different aspects of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and to raise awareness.
We also enjoy socialising and having fun together through a variety of company-wide events held throughout the year including our football team, running and climbing groups and volunteering activities.