About the Role
At Barchester, our people are at the heart of everything we doand great people need great systems behind them. We're now looking for an experienced HR Systems Analyst to support and enhance our HR technology, ensuring data integrity, system efficiency and a seamless employee experience across the organisation.
This is a key role within People Services, where you will take ownership of our HR systems, supporting day-to-day operations while playing an important part in our HRIS transformation journey. You'll work with People, Payroll and IT teams to improve processes, drive automation and maximise the value of our systems.
Responsibilities
HR Systems Management & Support
Administer and maintain HR systems, including Resourcelink (Zellis)
Ensure systems are accurate, reliable and fit for purpose
Conduct regular data audits and system reviews to maintain integrity
Troubleshoot HRIS issues and escalate where appropriate
HRIS Transformation & Change
Support the design and delivery of HRIS improvements and future implementation
Contribute to data readiness, migration and system testing cycles
Support go-live activity, stabilisation and post-implementation improvements
Contribute to system design, processes and change communications
Data Management & Reporting
Maintain accurate employee data in line with GDPR requirements
Support employee lifecycle processes through automation and reporting
Manage data flows across multiple HR and business systems
Governance & Compliance
Support HR data audits and ensure strong system governance
Manage user access, permissions and role-based security
Monitor audit trails and ensure compliance with policies and regulations
User Support & Training
Provide first and second line support to People Services and wider business users
Promote a self-service approach to people management
Create and maintain user guides and training materials
Process Improvement & Collaboration
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation
Optimise workflows and processes across People Services
Work closely with People, Payroll and IT teams to enhance system capability
About You
We are looking for a detail-focused, proactive and technically confident individual who can manage HR systems effectively while driving continuous improvement.
Essential:
Proven experience administering HRIS systems
Strong understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle (e.g. recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits)
Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload
Confident troubleshooting system issues and working with multiple stakeholders
A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation
Desirable:
Experience with Resourcelink / Zellis HR system
Advanced Excel skills and reporting capability
Experience with system integrations, data migration or APIs
Familiarity with Wagestream, Deputy or Coolcare
CIPD Level 3 (or equivalent)
You will be collaborative, solutions-focused and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Most importantly, you will be passionate about using systems and data to support our people and improve ways of working.
Why Join Barchester?
At Barchester, we are driven by our values: Respect, Integrity, Passion, Empowerment, Responsibility. This is an opportunity to play a key role in strengthening our People systems and supporting a business that delivers high-quality care across the UK.