Explore HR Analyst Jobs

HR analysts use workforce data to help organizations make informed decisions about hiring, retention, compensation, performance, and employee experience. Browse HR Analyst opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Does an HR Analyst Do?

HR analysts collect, interpret, and communicate data about an organization’s workforce. They may build dashboards and reports, identify trends, assess HR programs, and partner with human resources, finance, and business leaders. Depending on the role, their work can focus on people analytics, workforce planning, compensation, benefits, recruiting, or HR systems.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong analytical and communication skills, experience with HR data and reporting, and the ability to turn findings into useful recommendations. Familiarity with spreadsheets, visualization tools, databases, HR information systems, and statistical methods can be valuable. Some positions prefer a degree in human resources, business, economics, statistics, or a related field, as well as experience handling sensitive employee information.

Career Paths and Opportunities

HR Analyst roles can lead to opportunities in people analytics, HR strategy, compensation and benefits, workforce planning, or HR management. Senior analysts may take ownership of complex projects, advise executives, and help shape organization-wide talent decisions. Explore current listings to find roles that match your expertise, preferred industry, and career goals.

Find HR Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search HR Analyst jobs to discover positions where you can apply your data skills to meaningful workforce challenges and advance your career.

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$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on enhancing life science R&D efficiency. As a Functional Business Analyst, you'll drive process improvements and support change management initiatives acr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive analytics initiatives that connect Paid Media performance to full-funnel outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design measurement frameworks, optimize data models, and provide act...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $135K *

Drive impactful hiring strategies by executing full lifecycle recruiting, fostering talent pipelines, and enhancing candidate experiences across diverse functions while leveraging technology and AI fo...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that drives our technical recruiting strategy, partnering with engineering and data leaders to build a high-performing, data-driven talent acquisition engine that attracts elite technical...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic HR initiatives that drive organizational design, talent development, and change management. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance employee experience and align workforce planni...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$118K - $196K *

Oversee compliance and audit processes for HR Systems, ensuring operational risk management and adherence to regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to safeguard employee...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $285K *

Lead the charge in bridging technical solutions with client needs, fostering strong relationships, and driving successful outcomes through collaboration and strategic account management in the digital...

Arkansas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive organizational success by leading HR initiatives, fostering team growth, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee relations. Collaborate with leadership to develop strategies that align with...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$199K - $274K *

Partner with us to shape and deliver a global people strategy, advising senior leaders and driving organizational effectiveness for a diverse workforce of 1,000 employees across finance and global fun...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Elevate the business impact by transforming complex datasets into clear insights and actionable reports. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate performance metrics drive decision-making and foste...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Reimagine talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting efforts, collaborating with leadership to forecast hiring needs, and enhancing employer branding to attract top talent while ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Optimize IT Financial Management by leading benchmarking engagements and guiding C-suite clients. Collaborate across research teams to enhance service delivery while mentoring analysts and implementin...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Unlock strategic benefits solutions by designing impactful health and welfare programs across the Americas, driving cost efficiency and associate experience, while influencing key stakeholders and uti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $102K *

Explore and enhance HR systems by supporting configuration, maintenance, and improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and drive system enhancements in a dynamic environment focuse...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Play a key role in shaping our talent acquisition strategy as you manage all stages of hiring, from sourcing top candidates to enhancing our recruiting processes for efficiency and effectiveness...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead risk management for large-scale construction projects. Drive risk identification, reporting, and mitigation strategies while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $150K *

Drive risk management excellence by leading comprehensive assessments and reporting for large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify, mitigate, and escalate risks, ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $200K *

Unlock new business growth by driving sales of an innovative eClinical platform. Engage with biotech and medtech companies to meet their unique needs through building relationships and a strong sales...

Needham, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business operations, streamline processes, and drive value through effective analysis and documentation. Your expertise will...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $151K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Analyst, supporting MedTech Quality initiatives through project management, financial oversight, and strategic reporting. Drive transformation efforts and enhance gover...

Raritan, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform client experiences by leading the design and implementation of Oracle HCM Cloud solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure scalable, reliable, and high-performance technical architectures t...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$141K - $214K *

Engage with enterprise clients to drive Agentic AI adoption, leveraging your expertise in process intelligence to deliver bespoke B2B solutions that enhance operational efficiency and foster lasting r...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $125K *

Optimize HR excellence in the Midwest by driving talent development, enhancing employee engagement, and supporting General Managers in fostering a high-performance culture. Act as a strategic partner...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Champion strategic data migration and analytics to transform HR insights into impactful narratives. Lead integrations and visualize metrics that drive decision-making for HR and business leaders, ensu...

Virginia, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $127K *

Drive strategic insights as a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst, transforming complex data into actionable solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance decision-making, optimize processes, and le...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an HR analyst do?question toggle

    An HR analyst analyzes workforce and human resources data to help organizations make decisions about areas such as hiring, retention, compensation, benefits, and employee experience. Responsibilities often include reporting, dashboards, trend analysis, and recommendations.

  • What skills are important for HR analyst jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills include data analysis, reporting, clear communication, attention to detail, and discretion with confidential employee information. Employers may also value experience with spreadsheets, data visualization, databases, HR information systems, and statistical tools.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in an HR analyst?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and seniority. Many roles seek relevant analytical or HR experience and may prefer a degree in human resources, business, economics, statistics, or a related discipline. Knowledge of HR systems and employment practices can also be beneficial.

  • What career paths can follow an HR analyst role?question toggle

    HR analysts may advance into senior people analytics, workforce planning, compensation and benefits, HR strategy, or HR management roles. Career direction often depends on analytical strengths, industry experience, and areas of HR specialization.

  • What salary range do HR analyst jobs on Ladders offer?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual HR analyst positions varies based on factors such as seniority, location, industry, and responsibilities; check each listing for details.