Senior HR Data & Reporting Analyst (Hybrid Preferred; Open to Remote)

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Penguin Random House is seeking a Senior HR Data & Reporting Analyst to own data governance, dashboards, and insights that drive HR decisions across US and global teams in a hybrid or remote arrangement. You will manage end-to-end HR data flows, standardize metrics, lead Power BI and Visier dashboards, and translate business questions into actionable insights with training and stakeholder support. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in analytics with at least 3 in HR, strong Power BI experience (DAX a plus), Visier, and a proven track record in data quality and requirements gathering; HRIS/ATS/LMS and Jira familiarity are a plus. Apply early with a tailored resume and cover letter that showcase dashboards and business impact, and note that rolling reviews run through February 16; salary range $100,000-$120,000 plus bonus and benefits; ET hours for remote candidates.

Do you thrive at the intersection of data analytics, governance, and business impact—and enjoy turning complex HR data into clear, trusted insights? Penguin Random House has an exciting opportunity to join our HR Operations function in a highly visible, enterprise-impacting role. This role balances technical rigor (report building, reconciliation, governance) with consultative influence (insights, training, stakeholder engagement).

You will own the quality, flow, and reporting of HR data, serving as a critical partner to HR, technical, and global teams. You’ll lead the development and governance of dashboards and analytics products in Power BI and Visier, translate business questions into actionable insights, and enable data-driven decision-making across the HR organization through strong storytelling, training, and support.

Specific responsibilities include:   

Data Governance

• Investigate data nuances with technical teams, and execute fixes or communicate process change with teams
• Communicate, enforce, and audit data standardization practices for all HR metrics
• Serve as the owner of end-to-end operational data flows that feed U.S. reporting and coordinate fixes with global teams when cross-region impact occurs

Reporting

• Own all HR dashboards and reporting products for PowerBI and Visier, including managing version control and stakeholder communication, and provide training and support to US HR team (with additional support for global regions)
• Partner with technical and HR teams to gather business requirements
• Produce and present data analysis and insights to teams
• Manage regulatory and internal reporting cadences for the U.S. and support global requests

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:   

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an analytics role, with at least 3 years in an HR capacity
• Demonstrated experience building visual dashboards in Power BI (knowledge of DAX a plus)
• Excellent Business Analyst skills — proven ability to lead requirement gathering discussions, achieve alignment, and translate needs into development tasks
• Track record of owning data quality and reconciliation processes
• Experience with Visier or similar workforce analytics platforms required
• Previous experience with HR systems (HRIS, ATS, LMS) a plus
• Experience with Jira or other task or project management software a plus
• Experience using Articial Intelligence tools to analyze data a plus

Required Skills

• Experience with identifying, monitoring, and reporting on various HR KPIs
• Experience creating simple, high-impact visual dashboards that maximize clarity and adoption
• Exceptional data storytelling and presentation skills; able to simplify complexity for executive audiences to translate
• HR data into actionable insights to improve workforce, culture, and efficiency
• Strategic thinker who pursues new questions with curiosity, independently executes on solutions, and actively investigates and operationalizes new techniques to improve technical processes
• High integrity, attention to detail and a relentless focus on data accuracy
• Comfortable training and supporting data literacy for the department, crafting and leading presentations, Office Hours, and direct on-hand support
• A track record of strong self-management — owning short- and long-term project efforts and meeting established goals with minimal oversight

The Penguin Random House national headquarters is located in New York City. While we encourage candidates within a reasonable commuting distance to join us in the office on a hybrid schedule, we also welcome exceptional remote applicants anywhere in the United States who can work during Eastern Time hours.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000, commensurate with experience. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

      
Applications for this role will be accepted through February 16 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

 Company: Penguin Random House LLC | Job ID: 286307