Data & Research Analyst

**About the Opportunity**:
Are you passionate about transforming data into actionable insights that drive employer branding strategies? Join our boutique employer branding consulting firm as a Data & Research Analyst and play a pivotal role in shaping our clients' captivating employer brand image. As a Data & Research Analyst, you will harness the power of data analytics to enhance our organization's employer branding strategies and help our clients attract, engage, and retain top talent.

Kindly note that this is initially a 3-month contract opportunity with the potential for conversation into a full-time, permanent role.

**In this role, you will**:

- Conduct in-depth analysis of diverse data sources, including social media, internal research, and external market research, to evaluate the effectiveness of current employer branding initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in delivery, media, and business development to gather relevant data and insights for crafting compelling employer brand messaging.
- Utilize data-driven approaches to identify the unique strengths and values that differentiate our clients as employers from their competitors.
- Conduct external and internal research on industry best practices and market trends to inform data-driven employer branding strategies.
- Prepare state-of-the-art reports and metrics to guide clients and internal stakeholders on their employer branding journey.
- Monitor and troubleshoot BI solutions and workflows to ensure smooth operations and timely issue resolution.
- Demonstrate a proactive approach and take ownership of research methodology and data systems.

**You’ll thrive in this role if you**:

- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Data Analyst, with a focus on HR analytics and/or research analytics.
- College or Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
- Proven track record of utilizing data analysis to inform decision-making and drive business outcomes.
- Ability to clean, analyze, interpret, and visually represent data using various business intelligence tools.
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker (preferably Tableau).
- Experience working with databases and conducting SQL queries for data extraction and pipeline creation.
- Proficiency in coding frameworks such as Python.
- Experience with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL / ELT) processes.

**Nice to Have**
- Experience with cloud systems such as GCP, AWS, or Azure (preferably GCP).
- Experience interacting with APIs for consumption towards Analytics.
- Familiarity with HR metrics, employer branding concepts, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Experience developing and maintaining databases and data systems on cloud platforms.

**About Blu Ivy Group**:
At Blu Ivy Group, our unwavering dedication revolves around creating exceptional working environments. We have a strong focus on human centricity and are deeply passionate about assisting businesses in building workplaces that prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of their employees. As a renowned employer brand and culture consultancy, we forge close partnerships with globally recognized and highly esteemed brands, enabling us to develop an intimate understanding of their business and culture. Equipped with this profound knowledge, we collaborate with executives to craft bespoke employer brand and culture strategies, implementing award-winning people programs that drive organizational pride, enhance employee engagement, and ultimately foster magnetic workplaces.

To achieve these goals, we actively seek out talented individuals with diverse expertise in areas such as Human Resources, Marketing, and Design, empowering them to provide exceptional care and support to our clients. We highly value flexibility and encourage our team members to manage their own work schedules while remaining devoted to meeting the unique needs of our clients. As a small but agile team, we foster an environment that thrives on innovative thinking, collaborative efforts, and a strong commitment to nurturing the growth and success of both Blu Ivy and our clients' businesses.

If you are someone who revels in thinking outside the box, working collaboratively, and has a genuine passion for helping businesses flourish, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can create better working environments and contribute to the growth and thriving of Blu Ivy and our clients' organizations.

We recognize that every job comes with its unique challenges and learning curves. Therefore, if you meet at least 70% of the job requirements outlined above, we encourage you to apply. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and will gladly provide training for the remaining skills.

We embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds and encourage applicants from Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, people with disabilities, individuals from gender an