Workday System Specialist

About the role

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Workday System Specialist to become an integral member of our People Tech team that supports the efficient configuration, operation, and enhancement of our Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configuration & System Support
• Evaluate and implement new Workday features and system enhancements, recommending configuration improvements that support evolving business needs
• Support Workday security administration (security groups, role-based/user-based access)
• Design, build, and maintain Business Process configurations across HCM and related functional areas, translating business requirements into scalable system solutions
• Build and maintain advanced custom reports using Workday Report Writer, leveraging calculated fields and other reporting functionalities
• Maintain clear documentation for configurations, business processes, and testing outcomes to support knowledge continuity

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered
• 3+ years of experience working within the Workday ecosystem, with demonstrated competence in HCM
• Solid understanding of Workday's security framework, including domain and business process security policies
• Experience with at least one additional Workday module, such as Talent Acquisition, Performance, Advanced Compensation, Prism, People Analytics, Integrations
• At a minimum, an understanding of data integration concepts, including EIBs (Enterprise Interface Builder), and APIs

Preferred Skills and Attributes

• Pro HCM Core Certification preferred
• Experience in supporting an HRIS system for Private Equity, Financial, or complex organization(s) with multiple affiliates, multi-location and/or global organizations
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently
• Ability to think strategically and propose innovative HRIS solutions to improve business outcomes
• Willingness to utilize and implement strategic and innovative AI solutions to improve processes and gain efficiencies
• Proactive mindset with a focus on delivering excellent system support and user satisfaction
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve Workday-related issues
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to data accuracy, compliance, and system integrity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams