People Analytics Analyst I

People Analytics Analyst I Role Summary This position is ideal for an early-career professional or recent graduate to join Align Technology's Global People Analytics team as a People Analytics Analyst I, supporting the development, maintenance, and operational execution of people data products. Partnering closely with the People Analytics Lead and cross-functional HR teams, you will contribute to Power BI dashboards, recurring reporting, and data quality operations that enable leaders to access consistent, trusted workforce insights. This role is an important foundation position—building technical capability, business context, and fluency in HR data while contributing to scalable analytics solutions across the enterprise. Role Expectations

• Support the People Analytics Lead in maintaining and enhancing Power BI dashboards, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and performance across HR, Talent, and Executive audiences.
• Prepare and refresh recurring operational reports and dashboards (for example: headcount, attrition, hiring, mobility, survey participation) using established data models and governance standards.
• Assist with data validation, cleansing, and reconciliation to ensure reliable inputs from Workday and related HR systems.
• Partner with HR stakeholders to translate reporting requests into clear requirements, escalating ambiguities and opportunities for standardization.
• Document dashboard logic, metrics definitions, and data sources to support transparency, scale, and user trust.
• Support global survey and listening programs through data preparation, reporting, and operational analytics tasks.
• Participate in testing and quality checks for new analytics releases, enhancements, or system changes.
• Apply Align's people data governance, privacy, and compliance standards in all analytics activities.
• Continuously build analytics skills by applying feedback, adopting best practices, and learning from senior analytics practitioners.

Complementary Skills & Capabilities Required:

• Working knowledge of Power BI (academic, internship, or project experience acceptable).
• Strong analytical thinking with attention to data accuracy and detail.
• Foundational proficiency in Excel, including formulas, pivots, and data cleaning.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain data simply and accurately.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn HR data, systems, and business context.

Desired /

Developmental:

• Exposure to HR data through coursework, internships, or projects.
• Basic understanding of SQL, data modeling, or data visualization principles.
• Interest in analytics automation, scalability, and improving insight consumption.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in people analytics, data analytics, HR analytics, or a related field.

Department Human Resources Employment Type Full Time Location US-North Carolina-Raleigh Workplace type Onsite Compensation $52,000 - $71,500 / year . . About Align Technology Your growth and well-being: At Align, every smile matters. We're committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect: Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind. Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products. Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans. Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging. Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.

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We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day. Align's core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives. We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration. At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation. Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here! Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure ? Click on their names for additional information.

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