Optum is hiring for a fresher entry level HR Data Analyst role in India

Position:

• People Analytics (HR Data Analyst)
  

Company:

• Optum

Location:

• Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Job Type:

• Full-time

Job Mode:

• On-site

Job Requisition ID:

• 2269837

Years of Experience:

• 0-3 years
  

Company Description:

• Optum is a globally recognized healthcare and technology-driven organization committed to enhancing health outcomes. Through its integrated services, Optum aims to empower individuals by providing access to essential care, pharmacy benefits, and data-driven resources that improve well-being.

• The company fosters a workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that every employee thrives in a supportive environment. Comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities are integral to Optum’s employment philosophy.

• As a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, Optum leverages cutting-edge technology and data analytics to drive improvements in healthcare. The company is dedicated to delivering equitable healthcare solutions, addressing systemic disparities, and enhancing accessibility for historically marginalized communities.

• Optum actively pursues sustainability initiatives and responsible business practices, demonstrating its commitment to both social and environmental well-being.

• Employees at Optum play a pivotal role in transforming healthcare by leveraging advanced analytics, fostering innovative solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to create meaningful impacts in the healthcare landscape.

Profile Overview:

• The People Analytics role at Optum involves utilizing data-driven methodologies to derive actionable insights that support workforce planning and organizational decision-making.

• This position requires a strong grasp of data analysis, visualization techniques, and business intelligence tools to effectively interpret workforce trends and HR metrics.

• A key responsibility includes partnering with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and design analytical models that enhance talent management strategies.

• The role involves working extensively with HR data, performance metrics, and employee surveys to identify trends, correlations, and opportunities for workforce optimization.

• The individual will create dashboards, reports, and visual representations of HR data to facilitate informed decision-making across multiple departments.

• They will be expected to ensure data integrity and governance while working collaboratively to streamline reporting processes and enhance operational efficiencies.

• The position demands an analytical mindset, proficiency in data transformation methodologies, and a proactive approach to identifying areas for continuous improvement.

• Additionally, the professional will be instrumental in training HR personnel and business leaders on data interpretation and analytics-driven decision-making frameworks.

• This role necessitates working within an Agile framework, ensuring seamless collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to industry best practices.

• Compliance with company policies and employment terms is crucial, with the possibility of role adjustments as per organizational requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather business intelligence requirements and develop insights that support strategic decision-making.

• Design and implement business intelligence tools, dashboards, and visualization models that improve workforce analytics and reporting capabilities.

• Develop specifications and transformation pipelines to structure raw data into analyzable formats, ensuring data accuracy and quality validation.

• Conduct data segmentation, predictive modeling, and trend analysis to support workforce planning and talent management initiatives.

• Extract, compile, and interpret data from multiple sources, including HR systems, payroll records, employee surveys, exit interviews, government labor statistics, and competitive market trends.

• Facilitate the creation of decision-making aids and business case analyses that provide actionable insights to leadership teams.

• Leverage data-driven techniques to enhance people analytics processes, including talent acquisition, performance management, and workforce retention strategies.

• Continuously identify and implement process improvement initiatives by consulting with business leaders and optimizing data utilization.

• Manage ad hoc and standardized reporting requests received through service platforms like ServiceNow.

• Train HR professionals and reporting teams on data analytics techniques, dashboard functionalities, and workforce reporting best practices.

• Work within an Agile methodology framework, utilizing project management tools such as Swift Kanban for efficient workflow execution.

• Ensure adherence to all company policies, employment contracts, and compliance frameworks, adapting to organizational changes as required.

Qualifications:

• A graduate degree in Human Resources, Business Analytics, Data Science, or a related field is preferred.

• Hands-on experience with business intelligence tools or data visualization platforms, preferably Domo or Power BI.

• Prior experience in People Analytics, Talent Analytics, or HR-centric data analytics is highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of HR metrics and workforce analytics, including hiring costs, time-to-fill, employee retention rates, and performance evaluation indicators.

• Familiarity with HR data governance practices, approval workflows, and best practices for secure data sharing.

• Expertise in data transformation techniques, data validation, and data quality assurance methodologies.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to create dynamic reports and presentations.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, adapting to evolving business needs and project demands.

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to comprehend business requirements and deliver customized data-driven solutions.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

• Experience working in Agile methodologies and familiarity with project management tools is advantageous.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team objectives and collaborative initiatives.

Additional Info:

• UnitedHealth Group is committed to fostering a healthcare system that is accessible, inclusive, and equitable for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, socioeconomic background, or geographic location.

• The organization actively works towards reducing healthcare disparities by leveraging technology, analytics, and policy-driven interventions to improve patient outcomes.

• As part of its environmental sustainability efforts, UnitedHealth Group aims to minimize its carbon footprint, adopt responsible resource management practices, and support global health initiatives.

• Employees at Optum are encouraged to engage in continuous learning, professional development programs, and innovation-driven projects to enhance their career trajectory.

• The company’s flexible work environment and benefits package are designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance.

• UnitedHealth Group’s mission extends beyond business operations, as it actively invests in community-based programs, employee wellness initiatives, and diversity and inclusion efforts.

• By joining Optum, employees become part of a global movement that strives to reshape healthcare systems, empower patients, and drive meaningful change in the industry.

• The role does not require travel, and the employee status is designated as regular with an exempt overtime classification.

• Candidates must comply with all employment policies, including work shift flexibility, team reassignments, and any organizational restructuring initiatives.

• As the business landscape evolves, employees may be required to adapt to new responsibilities, locations, or projects to align with the company’s strategic objectives.

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