Who we're looking for:

As the EMEA People Data Partner, you will be accountable for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of our UK and EMEA people data.

Your primary responsibility will be to oversee the maintenance, validation, and compliance of EMEA people data, implement data governance practices, and support global data-related initiatives to enhance our overall data quality across the region. You will partner closely with the People Ops Lead and global people data team to understand our VML global data strategy and facilitate seamless data management and audit processes, to transform and improve the efficiency of people data operations across the UK and EMEA region.

A key part of the role is being able to handle a fast-moving, constantly changing environment with a smile! This role is central to maintaining a cohesive and positive working environment within the EMEA people team, so being hands-on and ready to help with whatever comes up is essential.

What you'll be doing:

• Data Quality Management: Regularly monitor and maintain the quality and integrity of all UK and EMEA personnel data both online (Workday) and offline. This includes conducting regular audits to identify and correct any inaccuracies or inconsistencies. Implement data cleansing processes to ensure that our data is accurate and complete, while also promoting awareness and responsibility within our UK People Operations teams.
• Data Governance: Collaborate with our global data team to develop and implement data governance policies, standards, and procedures related to personnel data. Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations (such as GDPR and CCPA) and best practices throughout the EMEA region.
• Data Validation: Work alongside local People Operations, Partners, and IT teams to design and carry out data validation procedures that verify the accuracy of HR data during data entry and migration processes.
• Data Documentation: Create and maintain thorough documentation of data sources, definitions, and mappings, ensuring that data lineage is clear and properly recorded.
• Data Security: Actively collaborate with the global data team, as well as IT and security teams, to recommend and implement data security measures and access controls for personnel data, ensuring confidentiality and protection of sensitive information. You will also support the establishment of access controls and security measures for this data.
• Process Improvement:  Identify challenges that present opportunities to improve data management processes. Streamline data flows and enhance data quality across Workday and other HR Information Systems (HRIS).
• Data Training and Awareness: Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in data privacy, protection, and governance for the UK and EMEA markets. Work with the global data team to create training materials and run sessions for HR market leads on best practices for data entry, quality standards, and governance policies. Create clear process workflows to help HR market leads understand the importance of data best practices.
• Issue Resolution: Collaborate with HR market leads across the region to investigate and resolve data-related challenges. Partner with the global data team to identify root causes and implement solutions in line with VML’s global data strategy.
• Data Integrity Audits: Plan and conduct regular audits to assess data accuracy, completeness, and consistency, and provide reports on the findings.

What you'll need:

• Data Expertise: 3-5 years of experience in managing, analysing, and reporting HR data, preferably with Workday. Strong understanding of data governance and privacy regulations, such as GDPR.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data, spot discrepancies, and create solutions. Familiarity with data manipulation tools like Excel and SQL.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience working with global teams and presenting data insights to stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Experience in streamlining HR processes and workflows. 
• Proactive Problem-Solver: Takes initiative and adopts a proactive approach to solving problems. Detail-oriented and meticulous with data.
• Adaptable & Collaborative: Thrives in a fast-paced environment and is a strong team player with a positive attitude and background in HR Operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Certification in data quality or governance (e.g., CDMP, CIPP/E).
• Project management experience.

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