HRIS Manager - Workday (Time & Absence, Payroll & Benefits)
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced HRIS Manager with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and driving innovation within the Workday ecosystem. This role is responsible for overseeing the strategic and operational management of Workday across multiple geographies, ensuring our investment in the platform delivers maximum business impact. The ideal candidate is not only a hands-on Workday expert but also a consultative partner to HR and business leadership-someone who combines technical depth with presence, empathy, and forward-thinking leadership.
Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years hands-on experience with Workday modules Time & Absence, Payroll and Benefits.
- Minimum 3+ years leading HRIS teams or equivalent management/leadership role.
- Proven experience supporting global organizations with complex Workday environments.
- Leadership presence and strong consultative skills; able to influence and partner effectively with senior leadership.
- Empathetic, people-first leadership style that balances strategic direction with team development.
- Track record of fostering innovation and challenging traditional approaches.
- Will be leading a team of 3+ Sr. HRIS Analysts focused on delivering solutions for Time & Absence, Benefits, Payroll and Recruiting across the globe.
- Deep hands-on experience with Workday configuration and administration (Time & Absence, Payroll and Benefits).
- Strong understanding of Workday reporting, security frameworks, and release management processes.
- Ability to evaluate, test, and implement emerging technologies-particularly AI and automation-into HR processes.
- Strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing HR technology.
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Dedication to keeping the employee experience front and center in all solutions delivered.
Responsibilities
- Transformational Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of functional HRIS professionals; cultivate a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and accountability.
- Hands-On Expertise: Provide direct, advanced configuration and solutioning within Workday HCM and related modules, ensuring systems remain optimized and aligned to business strategy.
- Business Partnership: Act as a consultative partner to HR and business leaders; translate business needs into scalable technology solutions that improve the employee experience.
- Global HR Technology Management: Oversee system operations and enhancements across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations while maintaining a seamless global experience.
- Innovation & AI Enablement: Champion the adoption of AI, automation, and next-gen Workday features; challenge the status quo to ensure our HR technology stays at the forefront of innovation.
- Governance & Optimization: Maximize ROI from Workday by proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement, system optimization, and user experience enhancements.
- Change & Transformation: Drive initiatives that simplify, modernize, and elevate the HR technology landscape, aligning with broader organizational transformation goals.
Benefits
- Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
