Senior Business Analyst, HR

Job Description

Senior Business Analyst – HR

Remote - Colombia

*ONLY CVs SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH WILL BE CONSIDERED*

The Opportunity:

Anthology delivers education and technology solutions so that students can reach their full potential and learning institutions thrive. Our mission is to empower educators and institutions with meaningful innovation that’s simple and intelligent, inspiring student success and institutional growth.

The Power of Together is built on having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to making diversity, inclusion, and belonging a foundational part of our hiring practices and who we are as a company.

For more information about Anthology and our career opportunities, please visit www.anthology.com.

Anthology is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Business Analyst – HR to drive impactful change through data analysis, process optimization, and innovative solutions. As a vital member of the HR team, you will apply your core business analysis expertise to understand complex technical challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and deliver data-driven recommendations that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across all HR functions. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for leveraging data to shape the future of our HR operations and employee experience.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with HR leaders and stakeholders to dissect business problems, define clear requirements, and translate them into actionable insights and solutions. You will be encouraged to explore creative approaches, utilize your analytical toolkit, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the HR organization. If you possess strong analytical abilities, a knack for problem-solving, and the drive to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join our team.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with HR business partners to thoroughly understand their strategic objectives, operational challenges, and data needs across various HR domains (e.g., talent acquisition, compensation, learning & development, HR operations)
• Conducting comprehensive analysis of business processes and data to identify key trends, root causes of inefficiencies, and opportunities for optimization and automation
• Eliciting, documenting, and clearly communicating business requirements using a variety of business analysis techniques, including process modeling, use cases, user stories, and data flow diagrams
• Developing robust business cases, including cost-benefit analyses and potential ROI, to support proposed solutions and initiatives
• Designing and developing insightful reports, dashboards, and data visualizations using various tools to communicate key metrics, trends, and actionable insights to diverse stakeholders
• Translating business requirements into functional specifications and collaborate with technical teams (including IT and potentially HRIS) to implement solutions effectively
• Evaluating the performance and impact of implemented solutions through data analysis and feedback, recommending further enhancements as needed
• Facilitating workshops and meetings with company stakeholders to gather requirements, brainstorm solutions, and ensure alignment
• Contributing to the development and implementation of HR analytics strategies and frameworks
• Staying informed about best practices in business analysis and technology to continuously improve methodologies and identify new opportunities for innovation

The Candidate:

Required skills/qualifications:

• Fluency in written and spoken English at CEF B2 level or above
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Information Systems, or a related quantitative field
• At least 5 years of progressive experience as a Business Analyst, demonstrating a strong track record of delivering data-driven insights and process improvements
• Proven expertise in eliciting, documenting, and managing business requirements throughout the project lifecycle
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large datasets, identify patterns, and develop actionable recommendations
• Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI)
• Experience with process mapping and business process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
• Excellent collaboration, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a strong intellectual curiosity and a passion for continuous learning
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and Office 365

Preferred skills/qualifications:

• Experience working within an HR department or on HR-related projects
• A strong understanding of and experience with programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, SQL, R) for data manipulation, automation, and advanced analytics

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Anthology is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.