Human Resources Analyst

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future. 

The Ann Arbor office of SmithGroup is looking for a Human Resources Analyst to join our team. 

Working with us, you will:

• Collect, validate, and analyze HR, payroll, compensation, and workforce data from HR systems and other internal and external sources.


• Create recurring and ad hoc reports using HRIS reporting tools, Excel, Power BI, and other analytics platforms.


• Analyze data related to compensation, turnover, workforce planning, demographics, and other key HR metrics to identify trends and opportunities.


• Develop, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards, reports, and analytics tools that provide meaningful workforce and compensation insights.


• Support compensation programs through market pricing, benchmarking, salary survey participation, salary structure administration, and compensation analysis.


• Assist with annual merit review and compensation cycles, including data preparation, auditing, reporting, testing, and issue resolution.


• Perform regular audits of HR and compensation data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliable reporting.


• Support the maintenance and optimization of HR systems, including testing, upgrades, reporting, user support, and process improvements.


• Present analytical findings and recommendations through reports, dashboards, visualizations, and summaries tailored to stakeholders.


• Develop documentation, procedures, and training materials related to HR systems, reporting, and compensation processes.

An ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field.


• 3-5 years of experience in human resources, HR analytics, compensation, HR systems, or a related analytical role.


• 3-5 years of experience working with HRIS platforms; UKG Pro experience is preferred.


• Hands-on experience with compensation programs, including salary structures, market benchmarking, salary surveys, and compensation analysis.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, PivotTables, lookup functions, and data cleaning or transformation.


• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and visualizations using Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into practical recommendations.


• Exceptional attention to detail and experience auditing and validating data.


• Ability to manage confidential information and work effectively with HR, payroll, and business stakeholders.

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $73,000 to $88,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply! 

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].