Resource Analyst

If you’re a proactive Resource Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with data to drive workforce decisions, this is the role for you. Role Overview We’re seeking a Resource Analyst to support workforce planning, staffing operations, and contractor management across the organisation. You’ll deliver data-driven insights, support leadership decisions, and ensure workforce compliance with internal and external policies. Key Responsibilities Workforce Planning & Resource Management Maintain staffing requirements and forecast resource needs Manage headcount, staffing and contractor data in workforce tools Track onboarding/offboarding and personnel movements Monitor utilization and workload distribution to identify gapsContractor & Vendor Support Coordinate contractor onboarding, extensions, conversions, and offboarding Act as primary liaison with staffing vendors Ensure compliance with procurement, legal, and HR policies Track contract terms, funding and expiration datesData Analysis & Reporting Maintain resource allocation tracking (commitment, availability, capacity) Build dashboards and reports on staffing, budget, and resource allocation Provide leadership with actionable insights Conduct audits to ensure data accuracy and complianceOperational Support Assist managers with staffing requests and workforce transactions Support budget planning and contractor spend forecasting Identify process improvements and operational efficienciesRequired Skills ✔ Workforce planning/resource management or HR operations experience (preferred) ✔ Strong analytical skills (Excel, workforce tools, reporting platforms) ✔ Excellent stakeholder management & communication ✔ High attention to detail and data accuracy ✔ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Core Competencies Analytical thinking & problem solving Operational discipline Confidentiality & integrity Process improvement mindset Strong stakeholder partnershipMeridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy