Senior People Analyst (Contract)
Oakville, ON
HR - People Operations – HR Technology & Data /
Contract - Full Time /
Hybrid
Who we are:
Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.
Who you are:
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior People Analyst who will act as a subject matter expert with a strong understanding of HR data analysis. You are a strategic thinker with the ability to provide guidance and coaching to other analysts. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!
What you’ll do:
The Senior People Analyst is responsible for advanced HR data analysis, providing strategic insights through reports to optimize our workforce, enable data-driven HR strategies and elevate business decisions. This role involves analyzing data and leading the development of data-driven HR strategies, contributing to organizational planning.
How you'll make an impact:
- Respond to ad-hoc data analysis requests, delivering actionable insights on topics ranging from operational demographics to performance metrics.
- Lead special analytical projects that contribute to HR's strategic goals and enhance our understanding of workforce dynamics.
- Lead the refinement and elaboration of data processes, ensuring the availability of accurate and reliable HR data to empower informed decision-making.
- Define and implement data quality standards, collaborating closely with the Data and Analytics team to ensure alignment with organization-wide objectives.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of HR data, ensuring its alignment with intended usage, scalability, integration capabilities, and seamless delivery. Collaborate with internal teams to effective data management strategies.
- Lead projects related to the standardization, centralization, and integration of HR processes and systems while maintaining a keen focus on employee engagement and enablement across global operations.
- Act as the definitive subject matter expert for technical matters, data integrity inquiries, technology selection, and methodologies, providing insightful guidance for People Analysts and stakeholders.
- Guide and mentor people analysts, through coaching, technical expertise, and helping them develop advanced analytical skills and a deep understanding of HR practices.
- Lead the collection, analysis, and interpretation of complex HR data, including comprehensive workforce analytics, predictive modeling, and in-depth studies to support strategic decision-making.
- Provide senior management with high-level insights into HR trends, patterns, and key performance indicators (KPIs), influencing workforce planning, organizational development, and overall business strategies.
- Help enable senior leaders to make informed, data-based decisions by providing business analyses and analytical support, particularly in areas where data are difficult to access / unreliable and where a high level of analytical skill is required.
- Continually seek, report, evaluate, and make recommendations to leadership to improve planning and forecasting.
- Understand industry trends and identify benchmarks to connect to the internal workforce trends.
- Help drive continuous improvement in forecasting process and methodology.
What you'll bring to this role:
- Diploma/Degree specialization in Human Resources, Statistics or a related field highly valued.
- 5-8 years of experience in Human Resources with 3-5 years experience in Statistics or Data Analytics preferred
- Core knowledge of report development, data storage, and data modeling concepts.
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
- Strong project management and prioritization skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions and manage projects through to completion.
- Able to work well under pressure and respond to fast changing priorities and deadlines.
- Must stay relevant to technology and should have the flexibility to adapt to the growing technology and market demands.
- A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization, including a solid understanding of HR strategy and systems across all areas of HR.
- A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management skills.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- SQL skills are an asset.
If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
Why job seekers choose Geotab:
Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program
*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only
How we work:
At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible first working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.
