People Analytics Analyst

Who We Are

Founded in 1993, Kinross is a Canadian-based senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline.
 
Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. Our values-based approach ensures that sustainability and our environmental, social and governance commitments are a core part of our strategy and plans for future growth. In line with our values, we also aim to build meaningful partnerships with all of our stakeholders, including communities, shareholders, employees, governments and suppliers.

Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol: K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: KGC). 

Job Description

The People Analytics Analyst plays a critical role in advancing our organization’s data‑driven HR strategy. Reporting to the Senior Manager of People Analytics & HRIS, this role is responsible for delivering end‑to‑end analytics solutions that empower leaders with actionable insights. The successful candidate will independently manage the full lifecycle of reporting and analytics — from gathering business requirements to designing, building, validating, and delivering high‑quality dashboards and analysis.

This role requires strong technical expertise in SAP SuccessFactors Story Reports and Power BI, combined with the ability to translate complex data into clear, meaningful insights for HR and business stakeholders, including senior leadership.

Job Responsibilities

Analytics & Reporting Development

• Design, build, and maintain advanced reports and dashboards using SAP SuccessFactors Story Reports and Power BI.
• Develop scalable reporting solutions that support recurring business needs and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all analytics products.
• Automate and streamline reporting processes wherever possible.

Business Partnership & Requirements Gathering

• Collaborate with HR and cross‑functional stakeholders to understand business questions, data needs, and reporting requirements.
• Translate business needs into clear technical specifications and analytics solutions.
• Provide consultative guidance on metrics, data definitions, and best practices in people analytics.

Insight Generation & Storytelling

• Analyze workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop reports and analytical insights that support operational workforce planning across the life of mine, enabling leaders to anticipate staffing needs, plan for critical roles, and align workforce capacity with operational milestones.
• Translate complex analyses into clear, compelling narratives tailored to different audiences.
• Present insights to HR leaders, managers, and executives across the organization.
• Support data‑driven decision‑making by providing actionable recommendations.
• Generate insights across all major HR domains—including recruitment, onboarding, performance, learning, talent management, engagement, DEIB, compensation, and retention—to ensure a holistic view of workforce dynamics and employee experience.

Data Governance & Quality

• Uphold data governance standards and ensure compliance with privacy and security requirements.
• Partner with HRIS to troubleshoot data issues and enhance data quality.
• Maintain documentation for metrics, data sources, and reporting logic.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay current with SuccessFactors reporting capabilities, Power BI features, and people analytics best practices.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the analytics ecosystem, improve user experience, and increase adoption of data tools.
• Support the evolution of the People Analytics roadmap.

Education and Experience

Required

• 3+ years of experience in People Analytics, HR Reporting, HRIS, or a related analytics role.
• Hands‑on experience building SAP SuccessFactors Story Reports.
• Strong proficiency with Power BI, including data modeling, DAX, and dashboard design.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage analytics projects from requirements to delivery.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly to non‑technical audiences.
• Experience working with HR data, metrics, and workforce analytics concepts.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and respect for data confidentiality.

Preferred

• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central data structures.
• Familiarity with SQL, Python, or other analytical tools.
• Experience supporting senior leaders or executive‑level reporting.
• Knowledge of data governance and data quality frameworks.

Key Competencies

• Data Storytelling: Ability to turn data into insights and insights into action.
• Stakeholder Management: Skilled at building relationships and understanding business needs.
• Technical Expertise: Strong command of analytics tools and HR data.
• Independence & Ownership: Comfortable leading projects with minimal supervision.
• Critical Thinking: Able to challenge assumptions and propose data‑driven solutions.
• Communication: Clear, concise, and confident in both written and verbal formats.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

Why Join us?

This is an opportunity to shape the future of people analytics within a growing, forward‑thinking HR function. You will work with modern tools, influence strategic decisions, and contribute to a culture that values curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Total Rewards

The base salary range for this role is $75,000 to $90,000 CAD plus a target bonus of 15% and group benefit coverage.

The hiring range reflects our targeted compensation framework for the role. The actual offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate’s experience, capabilities, and potential impact, along with consideration of internal equity, team structure, and benchmark market data for similar positions.

In addition to base salary, Kinross offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, performance, and long-term development.

Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions, including who moves forward in the process, are made by a human.

Existing Vacancy

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.