Director, People Systems

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take charge of the global People Systems strategy and roadmap, utilizing Workday as the primary HR platform.

• Direct the design, configuration, optimization, and continuous improvement of Workday across Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking.

• Develop standards for systems architecture, governance, security, data integrity, and change management.

• Collaborate with People, Finance, IT, Security, and business leaders to transform organizational needs into scalable technological solutions.

• Oversee Workday releases, enhancements, integrations, testing, and the adoption of new functionalities.

• Manage the integration strategy and governance for Workday with both internal and external systems.

• Propel the capabilities of People data, reporting, and analytics to support business and workforce decision-making.

• Assess the People technology landscape and propose investments, improvements, and consolidation opportunities.

• Identify and implement automation and AI initiatives to enhance People processes, data quality, and the employee experience.

• Supervise external vendors, consultants, and implementation partners.

• Create scalable processes and documentation suitable for a growing global organization.

• Act as a senior escalation point and subject matter expert for intricate People Systems issues.

• Spearhead cross-functional initiatives and sway People technology decisions throughout the organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in HRIS / People Systems.

• Extensive ownership of Workday within a complex or global organization.

• Profound expertise in Workday.

• Held a leadership position in at least one complete Workday implementation cycle.

• Strong comprehension of Workday architecture, configuration, integrations, security, reporting, and data governance.

• Proven experience in developing and executing a People Systems strategy and roadmap.

• Background in scaling People technology in a high-growth, global organization.

• Solid understanding of HR processes and their intersection with People, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and IT systems.

• Capability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders without direct authority.

• Strong experience in managing vendors and implementation partners.

• Ability to operate both strategically and in a hands-on manner.

• Workday certifications are advantageous.

• Experience across multiple Workday modules is an added benefit.

• Familiarity with additional People systems such as Ashby, Culture Amp, Enboarder, or similar platforms is a plus.

• Experience in building reporting and People analytics capabilities is a bonus.

• Background in applying AI and automation to People systems and operational workflows is a bonus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work environment; remote-friendly company.

• Employer contributions towards healthcare.

• Stock options/equity in the company.

• Flexible time off in the US.

• Generous time-off entitlement in other countries.

• USD$500 home office setup allowance for remote employees.

• Opportunities to connect with colleagues at company-wide offsites.