Job Description

Reporting Analyst (Workday - HCM & Finance) - Paying up to £480 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Swindon, Hybrid Working, To Start ASAP, 6 Month ContractYour new company

Step into a role with a highly respected, innovation-led public sector organisation operating at the forefront of national growth and technological advancement. Working across a wide network of partners, stakeholders and government bodies, the organisation is committed to driving impact through innovation, data and digital capability. As part of a growing investment in its core platforms, Workday sits at the centre of how the organisation enables better decision-making, improves processes and delivers insight at scale. This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking environment where reporting and analytics directly influence strategic and operational outcomes.Your new roleYou will act as the subject matter expert for reporting and analytics, designing and delivering high-quality dashboards, reports and insights that support decision-making across the business. You will lead the full lifecycle of reporting, working closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, define problem statements and translate them into advanced, fit-for-purpose reporting solutions. This includes building complex reports such as matrix, composite and trending outputs, alongside developing dashboards and scorecards that drive clarity and performance. A key part of the role is optimisation and continuous improvement, ensuring reporting is accurate and aligned to business needs. You will conduct data analysis, gap assessments and audits across Workday modules, ensuring data quality and consistency while identifying opportunities to improve the reporting landscape. You will also play a strong stakeholder-facing role, supporting users with self-service reporting, coaching teams and ensuring outputs are clearly understood and effectively adopted. Alongside this, you will contribute to governance, ensuring reporting aligns with data security, audit and compliance standards, while staying ahead of Workday releases and enhancements.What you'll need to succeedYou will bring deep expertise in Workday reporting and analytics, with strong experience developing advanced reports, dashboards and data models across HCM and/or Finance modules. You will be confident working with calculated fields, composite and matrix reports, with a strong understanding of how to optimise reporting performance and usability. You will have a proven track record of working closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into impactful reporting solutions, alongside strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Experience working in BAU and project environments is essential, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure. Strong communication skills are critical, with the ability to explain complex data concepts clearly and influence stakeholders across both technical and non-technical environments. Experience in data governance, audit requirements and continuous improvement within a Workday ecosystem will be highly advantageous.What you'll get in returnThis is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical reporting capability within a high-impact organisation, where your work will directly drive better decisions, improved processes and stronger outcomes. Alongside a competitive day rate and flexible working, you will be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with strong potential for extension.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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