Talent Data Analyst

Overview

The Talent Department of Arnold & Porter is hiring a Talent Data Analyst in Washington, DC. The role focuses on analyzing, transforming, and visualizing data to create insightful reports, dashboards, and actionable insights for the Talent team and firm leadership.

• Collaborate with Talent teams—including Attorney Recruiting, Career Development & Advancement, Legal Personnel, Professional Development, and Wellbeing—to support data-related initiatives such as reporting, surveys, and analysis.
• Design, develop, and maintain dynamic dashboards and reports to analyze key business metrics and support Talent initiatives such as recruiting, attrition, evaluation, and performance data.
• Translate data into written reports, tables, graphs, and charts; provide clear, written commentary that articulates key findings.
• Provide actionable insights based on in-depth data analysis to inform strategic decisions and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Support decision‑making processes by providing clear, actionable insights.
• Conduct ad‑hoc analysis and participate in special projects as requested by the Talent team and firm leadership.
• Create and maintain instructional documentation for end‑users to accompany reports and visualizations.
• Lead and manage special data‑related projects; coordinate cross‑departmental communication and resources to support project initiatives.
• Act as the primary contact for data‑related requests; collaborate with the Workforce Information Systems team, IT, and other departments to integrate and optimize technology solutions for data analytics and management.
• Identify and analyze areas where data reporting processes can be optimized; recommend and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

• Four‑year college degree required; equivalent work experience considered.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in business intelligence and/or data analytics roles.
• Experience in a law firm professional services firm a plus.
• Proficiency in Power BI, DAX, and Power Query.
• Working knowledge of SQL (joins, window functions, T‑SQL) for data extraction, manipulation, and analysis.
• Experience using Microsoft Power Automate for workflow automations.
• Minimum of two years of hands‑on experience in Microsoft Power BI (Desktop, Service, and Mobile) for data visualization and dashboarding.
• Ability to produce clear and concise business documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements and processes into easily understandable visualizations.
• Proficiency in data visualization best practices and design principles.
• Experience with data modeling a plus.
• Knowledge of Python programming language and additional BI tools a plus.
• Familiarity with Azure Data Services and Azure Fabric beneficial.
• Experience with UKG Pro and UKG People Analytics a plus.
• Experience with systems specific to the legal industry (e.g., Aderant Expert, Intapp Time) a plus.
• Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft M365.
• Strong interpersonal and client‑service skills.
• Ability to work well with all levels of firm personnel and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to work under time constraints, meet deadlines, and maintain flexibility.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality (essential).
• Strong problem‑solving skills, creative and flexible, and an ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills; must prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Reliability, dependability, and motivation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as necessary.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $82,400 to $90,000. Actual base salary will depend on qualifications, experience, education, and location.

Benefits information is available at Arnold & Porter Benefits. The firm may provide a discretionary annual bonus.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.

Arnold & Porter is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on…