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    Skanska

    Construction

    HR Data Specialist

    Any, United KingdomOn-SiteFull-timePosted 15h ago
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    Job description

    General information

    City/town:
    Watford
    Job field:
    Business Support and IT
    External closing date:
    Monday, October 12, 2026
    Type of contract:
    Permanent
    ID:
    6827

    Description and requirements

    At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.

    You will be working in the HR Enabling Function where in Human Resources we design and deliver talent, learning and inclusion programmes that attract, develop and retain the people who make our projects possible. Together, we build careers, shape futures and create a workplace where everyone belongs.

    We are currently looking for a HR Data Specialist who will be responsible for changes to employee electronic records on our HR Information System (iTrent). 

    As the HR Data Specialist, you will:

    • Ensure employee data changes are entered accurately and in a timely manner in line with payroll cut-off dates.
    • Manage cases in the HR Data Team queue of the Oracle RightNow system responding to queries within SLA’s.
    • Maintain accurate iTrent data through regular system cleansing activities and support system upgrades, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
    • Work very closely with HR Business Partners, hrDirect, Payroll, Pensions, Car Fleet, HR Systems and HR Reporting teams.
    • Train the HR community on iTrent systems i.e., iTrent, myDetails and People Manager.
    • Participate in projects including continuous improvement to the service and review and update Our Way of Working, internal processes and working instructions.

    We are looking for:

    • Previous data entry experience using HR Information System.
    • High attention to detail, accuracy, and speed of input.
    • Excellent customer service skills, verbally and in writing.
    • Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.

    What we offer:

    • 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family  
    • Financial wellbeing and employee assistance  
    • Professional development  
    • Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity ,dependants and parental bereavement leave)  

    Inclusion and Diversity 

    We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.

    Flexible working 

    Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore. 

    Reasonable adjustments 

    We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at [email protected] or call 0330 105 2000 – Option 5 & 1.

    Closing date 

    We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.

    If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Skanska

    Skanska is a world-leading project development and construction group.

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    Industry
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