Job description
Junior HR Information Systems Analyst
Contract type: Permanent
Location: London Victoria with a minimum of 2 days a week office attendance
Salary: c£32, per annum plus civil service pension employer contribution of 28.9%
Closing date for applications is 23:59pm on Sunday 22 Feb
Interviews will take place in our offices in London on Tuesday 3 March and Wednesday 4 March
Nationality Requirement:
• UK Nationals
• Nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• Nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with (or eligible for) status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
Please note, we are not able to sponsor work visas or accept temporary visas as we are looking to hire on a permanent basis. Please contact the HR Service desk () should you have any questions on your nationality eligibility.
About the National Audit Office
The National Audit Office (NAO) is the UK’s main public sector audit body. Independent of government, we have responsibility for auditing the accounts of various public sector bodies, examining the propriety of government spending, assessing risks to financial control and accountability, and reviewing the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of programmes, projects, and activities. We report directly to Parliament, through the Committee of Public Accounts of the House of Commons which uses our reports as the basis of its own investigations. We employ approx. 1, people, most of whom are qualified accountants, trainees, or technicians. The organisation comprises two service lines: financial audit, and value for money (VFM) audit and has a strong core of highly talented corporate teams.
The NAO welcomes applications from everyone. We value diversity in all its forms and the difference it makes to our organisation. By removing barriers and creating an inclusive culture all our people can develop and maximise their full potential. As members of the Business Disability Forum and the Disability Confident Scheme we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
The NAO supports flexible working and is happy to discuss this with you at application stage.
You will work closely with the Head of HRIS and wider People team to support the effective use of our core HRIS platform (XCD), contribute to reporting and analytics using Power BI, and assist with payroll operations. This role is ideal for someone with a keen interest in HR technology and data, looking to grow their expertise in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Main Responsibilities
Support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the HRIS platform (Salesforce-XCD).
Provide user support and assist with HRIS-related projects and recurring processes, such as the quarterly engagement survey.
Contribute to the development and upkeep of HR dashboards and reports using Salesforce-XCD and Power BI.
Help ensure data accuracy and integrity across HR systems, supporting improved data quality and governance.
Provide operational support to the payroll function, including data preparation, reconciliation, and responding to queries.
Collaborate with HR colleagues to identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and automation.
Assist with system testing, release management, and documentation of updates and changes.
Create and maintain system documentation, workflow processes, and standard operating procedures
Work closely with Digital Services and Information Security teams to ensure compliance with data protection policies and relevant legislation.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required
Experience working with HR systems.
Proficiency in Excel and confident handling data.
Understanding of core HR processes and the employee lifecycle.
Basic knowledge of payroll operations and associated data flows.
Familiarity with data privacy and security principles.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data accuracy.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively within a team environment.
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent experience in HR, IT, Business Analytics or a related field.
Previous exposure to project management methodologies
Evidence of continuing professional development (e.g., CIPD, HRIS training) is desirable.
Equal opportunities and diversity
Disability and Reasonable Adjustments
Applicants with a disability who wish their application to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme should confirm this when submitting their application. Under this scheme we guarantee an interview to an applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for the role. You should also let our HR team know if you wish us to consider any Reasonable Adjustments at any stage of the process (HR Service Desk ().
Applicants will not be discriminated against on the grounds of any protected characteristic.
How to apply
Please upload an up to date CV plus a covering letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Responsibilities
Skills required
Educational requirements