People Systems & Reporting Manager

Job Title:    People Systems & Reporting Manager

Contract Type:   Permanent

Flexibility: At BMT, we believe people do their best work when they have the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives. We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re always happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you. While we can’t guarantee every request, we will always listen and explore options that support both you and the needs of the role.

Location:
Hybrid working with base in any of our UK offices
Regular travel to BMT offices especially within the UK will be required.

About BMT

BMT is dedicated to solving some of the most important engineering challenges of our time. Our people use their technical excellence to deliver practical, meaningful solutions that make a real difference.

We are committed to building a safer, more efficient, and more sustainable future. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our mission, shaping our culture and supporting our purpose.  Learn more about us at www.bmt.org.

Joining BMT means joining a company that invests in you. As an Employee Benefit Trust (EBT) organisation, we’re independent and free from external shareholders — allowing us to reinvest in our people and make decisions that support long‑term success.

You’ll have access to a wide range of benefits that support your health, family life, financial wellbeing, and personal development, including:

BMT is undergoing significant transformation and growth, creating an exciting opportunity for a People Systems & Reporting Manager to shape and enhance our People technology, data and reporting capabilities. In this role, you will ensure our People systems are effective, reliable and aligned to business needs, while delivering meaningful workforce insights that support informed decision-making across the organisation. You will lead system improvements, drive automation and innovation, and identify opportunities to streamline processes through new technologies, including AI. Working closely with stakeholders, IT teams and external partners, you will champion data quality, governance and compliance, develop impactful reporting and analytics, and support key People initiatives. As a leader of the Systems & Reporting team, you will coach and develop colleagues, fostering a collaborative, service-focused approach that enables the successful delivery of BMT’s People Strategy.

We’re looking for an experienced People Systems and Reporting professional who is passionate about using technology, data and insights to improve the employee experience and support business decision-making. You will bring strong experience of People systems, reporting and analytics, with a proven track record of delivering system implementations, enhancements and process improvements. Comfortable working with complex data sets, you will be able to translate workforce data into meaningful insights and clear recommendations for stakeholders. You’ll have excellent stakeholder management skills, experience working across functions such as IT and Finance, and a strong understanding of data governance, quality and GDPR requirements. As a people leader, you will be confident coaching and developing team members while promoting a collaborative, service-focused culture. Experience with Power BI, data visualisation tools and supporting global People operations is essential, while knowledge of the IFS HR modules would be an advantage.

If you’re ready to use your skills to help tackle meaningful challenges and contribute to a more sustainable future, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team that values innovation, inclusion, and long‑term impact.