Hudson River Trading (HRT) is looking for an HR Analytics Specialist to join our People Operations (POps) team. You'll work with the People Analytics team to analyze and present firm-wide data to drive data-driven decisions. You’ll use your expertise and customer-focused approach to partner with cross-functional teams, gather and scrub data, identify trends and patterns, and create reports. 

The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data findings into understandable and actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences. Additionally, the ideal candidate is collaborative in nature and can contribute to team objectives in a dynamic environment. 

Responsibilities 

  • Clean up, validate, and maintain current and historical data to ensure accuracy and consistency of reports
  • Design and implement HR data pipelines for streamlined analysis and reporting
  • Generate and distribute  regular reports and/or dashboards to track key people metrics and KPIs
  • Work closely with end users on People Ops and technical teams to identify data needs and provide timely insights as needed
  • Identify areas for improvement with the current state of reporting, leveraging tools and workflows to improve auditing and reduce manual work
  • Use data to tell the story behind the numbers and identify the most impactful ways to communicate highlights to various stakeholders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in statistics, data science, business administration, or a related field preferred
  • A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a people data/analytics or related role
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools (like Tableau or PowerBI) and statistical software (Python or R)
  • Proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets
  • Hands-on experience with SQL and an understanding of various database technologies (e.g. Postgres), people metrics, KPIs, and their significance in organizational decision-making
  • Experience working with data and reports within enterprise HR systems, preferably Workday
  • Experience managing ETL pipelines is a plus
  • Knowledge of Javascript or Appscript is preferred

Annual base salary range of $115,000 to $150,000. Pay (base and bonus) may vary depending on job-related skills and experience. A sign-on and discretionary performance bonus may be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical and/or other benefits.

Culture

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.

At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.

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