Job Description

At Sheffield Forgemasters we have an exciting opportunity for a People & Culture Data Analyst to join our team.


Based at our 64-acre site, sitting in the heart of Sheffield, we are looking for People & Culture Data Analyst, for a 12 month fixed term contract.


As a People & Culture Data Analyst you will support the HR and wider business functions by collecting, validating, analysing, and reporting on workforce and operational data. This role will provide insights to improve decision-making, ensure accuracy of HRIS data, and contribute to the development of dashboards and reports that monitor key people and business performance metrics.

What you'll be doing:

Manage, analyse, and report on data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance at every step driving smarter decisions. Producing regular and ad-hoc reports that support workforce planning, HR operations, and business strategy. Developing and enhancing KPI dashboards and visualisations using Power BI that bring performance trends to life for leaders and stakeholders. Supporting user acceptance testing (UAT) for new systems or workflow enhancements, documenting results and helping resolve issues. Complying with data governance, GDPR, and internal confidentiality standards. Partnering with the Service Hub Team to train new systems alongside technical experts. Contributing to process improvements that make our data and reporting more efficient, accurate, and user-friendly.

About You

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Analytical and detail-driven with a strong training background. Confident using spreadsheets and reporting tools, with a keen eye for patterns and an ability to translate data into meaningful insights. Proven ability to work confidently with data sets and produce clear, accurate reports. Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, and data validation). An understanding of HRIS or other business systems. Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organisation. Strong verbal and written communication skills. A collaborative approach sharing knowledge and supporting team goals whilst still using your own initiative. A proactive mindset, always looking for ways to improve processes and learn new skills.


As well as having the skills, knowledge and experience for this role, we are also looking for someone who embodies our core values: Customer Focus; Working Together; Trust & Respect; Quality & Innovation and Safety & Wellbeing.

The Working Pattern

This is a FTC (12 month) full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday. We offer flexibility in our start and finish times between 06:15 - 09:30 and 14:30 - 18:00.

Why Sheffield Forgemasters?

Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company, with a history that can be traced back to the 1750s, starting life as a small blacksmith forge. We have since gone through many evolutions and gone by several different names and guises, whilst consistently being at the forefront of innovation and new process development in the steel industry.


Recognising Sheffield Forgemasters as a global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world-class steel forgings and castings, we were acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence in 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. As part of this programme of work, 1.3bn is being invested in modernising our plant and equipment, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues.

What We Offer

Stability, with large-scale & long-term investment and orders already secured into the 2040s. A programme of redevelopment that will include state-of-the-art new machinery and facilities on site. Up to 8% employer pension contribution. Life Assurance Scheme as part of the pension programme, 2 x annual salary. All Employee Bonus Scheme, up to 1000 paid annually, dependent on company performance. Onsite canteen. Free onsite parking and available EV chargers. Multi-Faith Room. Long service award scheme. Free Sheffield Forgemasters branded coat upon joining, with other branded workwear available to purchase online. You at Work - Access to online discounts portal. Employee Assistance Programme. Cycle to Work scheme. Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme. Onsite Occupational Health Team, providing health screening and wellbeing initiatives and support, including but not limited to: + Availability to confidentially discuss any physical or mental health concerns.
+ Referrals and access to free Physiotherapy and Chiropractor sessions, when required.
+ Ear irrigation.
+ Flu Vaccinations.
+ Blood Pressure management clinics.
+ Weight management clinics.
+ Occupational Health checks in line with health promotion and wellbeing events. e.g. Cholesterol, Blood sugar, Icle tests, etc.
+ Health promotion campaigns, utilising outside companies / charities, such as Andy's Man Club.
+ Access to Zest Fit - Lifestyle Coach.
+ Skills for life sessions offered to all, including CPR, managing bleeds, burns etc.
+ Financial Wellbeing Sessions - Pension providers coming on site to talk to colleagues and offering advice.
+ Chaplain Service.
Support for ex-military and reservists in employment as a bronze accredited participant in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Equality and Diversity

Our people are at the heart of everything we do at Sheffield Forgemasters. It's vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our local catchment area and the wider society in the UK, so we're proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

Flexible Working

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements that align with our policies. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office-based and remote working. Applicants can request further information regarding the policy and how this may work in their role, from our People & Culture Team and / or the line manager for the applicable role.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. People working with government / MOD assets must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks.

Nationality limitations

Please be aware that many roles at Sheffield Forgemasters are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 - 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.



For additional information or if you would like to discuss working for Sheffield Forgemasters or a specific role in more detail, please email Recruitment@sfel.com .


The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.