Data Analyst - Talent & Culture (contract)

A contract Data Analyst will join KPMG to support the firm’s Talent & Culture data initiatives from a remote setting. This role emphasizes turning data into actionable insights through analytics, dashboard development, and management reporting that enable informed decisions across the organization. Collaboration with senior stakeholders and executive-level presentation of findings are key components of the position.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analytics projects that underpin KPMG’s Talent & Culture functions, translating business questions into structured analytics workstreams.
• Explore, interpret, and communicate qualitative and quantitative data; apply statistical methods, data validity checks, and visualization to uncover meaningful patterns and actionable insights, then present conclusions that guide decisions.
• Establish and nurture relationships with internal stakeholders and engage effectively with company executives.
• Design and deliver Power BI dashboards and reports with a focus on user experience, data consolidation, and modernization to extract insights from T&C analytics products.
• Analyze end-to-end processes and data from multiple sources to identify inconsistencies, propose improvements, and advance KPI definitions and reporting.
• Own or contribute to every component of client deliverables, from identifying stakeholder needs to producing presentations and reports and presenting findings or solutions.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of management reports, analytics, and executive summaries aligned with corporate timelines and standards to support decision-making.
• Partner with HR functions to ensure cohesive delivery of Talent & Culture analysis and foster unified data management practices.
• Lead specified improvement initiatives aimed at elevating operational and functional excellence within Talent & Culture processes.
• Maintain integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of recent experience in data analytics, people analytics, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree from an accredited institution is preferred.
• Strong analytical capabilities with proficiency in Power BI and SSRS.
• Experience programming with SQL, Python, and Alteryx.
• Proven ability to negotiate and communicate with C-suite executives and translate data into business outcomes.
• Experience in project management, including planning, organizing, coordinating, and guiding teams toward successful completion.
• Authorized to work in the United States without need for sponsorship now or in the future (no visa sponsorship available for this role).

Technologies

• Power BI
• SSRS
• SQL
• Python
• Alteryx

Details

• Location: Remote
• Type: Contract
• Salary: 70 - 80 USD per hour
• Experience: Minimum 5 years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred