Senior Specialist, People Systems

atAncestryRemoteUS flagUnited StatesFull-timePeople OperationsSenior$97k – $122k/year

Posted Oct 23

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

📋 Description

• Function as the operational foundation of the People Systems team.

• Implement long-term strategies for People Systems and foster ongoing enhancements.

• Lead the People Systems delivery framework by utilizing insights, tools, processes, and systems.

• Promote modernization, scalability, and operational excellence throughout technology stacks, workflows, and cross-functional processes.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in Workday, focusing on Core HCM and Hire-to-Retire processes.

• Manage and enhance Workday configurations, business processes, integrations, and security protocols.

• Examine workforce data through Workday reporting, data extracts, and advanced Excel modeling techniques.

• Create and present analytics and dashboards using Power BI or comparable tools.

• Redesign Workday-enabled processes and deploy workflow automation and RPA solutions.

• Establish, monitor, and report on process performance KPIs for Workday services and operational results.

• Lead and participate in Workday projects, releases, enhancements, optimizations, and transformations.

• Collaborate with senior HR leaders and business stakeholders to translate system capabilities and data insights into actionable strategies and decisions.

• Deliver Workday insights and recommendations that influence workforce planning and operational performance.

• Identify and resolve complex issues related to the Workday system, data, and processes.

• Mentor and coach junior analysts and functional partners.

• Convey intricate Workday and people-data concepts through storytelling, documentation, and presentations.


⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in HRIS or People Systems.

• Extensive expertise in Workday, specifically in Core HCM and the complete Hire-to-Retire lifecycle, covering Talent, Payroll, and Leave & Absence.

• Proficient in Workday functional configuration, business process design, and intricate security frameworks.

• Advanced skills in Excel modeling.

• Familiarity with Power BI or equivalent business intelligence tools.

• Experience in process re-engineering and knowledge of RPA or workflow tools such as UiPath and Alteryx.

• Proven experience managing Workday releases and large-scale optimizations using Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies.

• Capability to translate technical system functionalities into business solutions.

• Ability to mentor junior analysts and empower non-technical teams in system self-service and data literacy.

• Skill in explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences through documentation and presentations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related field.

• Workday certifications are highly desirable.

• A background check is required as a condition of employment.


🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for bonus opportunities.

• Equity options available.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.

• Flexible location work approach: choose from the nearest office, remote work, or a hybrid model, subject to location restrictions and role requirements.

• Competitive salary.

• Collaborative work environment.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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