Manager, HRIS (Workday)

Kin Insurance

About The Position

Kin is redesigning insurance to be smarter, faster, and centered on the customer. We use intelligent pricing, offer seamless bundling, and make every step (from purchasing, servicing to claims) simple and friction-free, especially in the places traditional insurers often ignore. We empower people to protect what matters most, starting with their homes and expanding to all they value, in a world where climate risks, rising costs, and outdated systems leave too many behind. Our approach has fostered amazing growth, attracted marquee investors, and earned us accolades, including being named to: Built In Chicago's Best Places to Work, Midsize Companies (2021-2025). Forbes' America's Best Startup Employers (2021- 2024, Ranked #37 in 2024). Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies. Forbes’ Fintech 50. Simply put, our people are what make us great – we need forward-thinking, inspired game-changers like you to join us in our mission. So, what’s the role? Kin is currently seeking an HRIS Manager to play a key role on the HR Team in a fast-paced growth environment. Reporting to the VP, Total Rewards & People Operations, you will manage Kin’s HRIS, acting as a subject matter expert and consultant around all things Workday. as it pertains to maintaining our HCM system (Workday), configuring various business processes and modules to drive efficiencies across the company, building reporting & integration capabilities, partnering within the HR team and other stakeholders to provide ongoing support, and training internal users.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in HR Operations, HRIS, or People Operations roles. Must have deep experience in Workday.
Experience administering and configuring Workday modules such as Core HCM, Peakon, Benefits, Payroll, Learning, Advanced Compensation, Talent Optimization, People Analytics, Time Tracking, Absence Management, etc.
Fluent in the day-to-day operations of Workday, including position management, creating supervisory orgs, job profile updates, time tracking corrections, EIB uploads, etc.
Demonstrated success in setting up, managing and troubleshooting integrations. Experience with building calc fields, compensation and equity matrices, etc.
Demonstrated ability to drive results and outcomes in cross-functional teams. Thrive in fast-paced environments, with multiple concurrent projects.
Proficient knowledge of Excel (Vlookups, IF formulas, etc.).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated track record of being detail-oriented and organized.
Effective communicator within and across teams. Solution-oriented and recognized as a trusted internal partner. Strong customer service orientation with prompt follow-up and high degree of confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

People-management experience and experience within other HR areas is a plus.

Responsibilities

Administer and manage Workday, including configurations, position and organization management, troubleshooting issues, security access, integrations, compliance, EIBs, reporting & analytics, etc.
Maintain and configure Workday modules (HCM, Time & Attendance, Benefits, Compensation, Peakon, Payroll, etc.) to support business initiatives (Serve as the primary subject matter expert for Workday and provide insight to align initiatives with strategic goals and business requirements.
Partner with internal stakeholders such as IT, InfoSec, Finance, and Legal, as well as external vendors for cross-functional projects.
Build and optimize Workday solutions, assessing when external consultants are needed and overseeing their engagement as appropriate.
Manage and troubleshoot API and SFTP integrations, resolving data feed issues and building new integrations to support business needs.
Support internal communication efforts for Workday initiatives and general employee announcements.
Work as a subject matter expert in partnership with Learning & Engagement to create Workday resources. Elevate the HR team’s proficiency with Workday through 1:1 support and other training opportunities.
Engage with Workday community for in-depth awareness of new products and system functionality. Share product developments and updates with the HR team.
Support audit activities by keeping accurate records & providing reports as needed (payroll, performance, etc.).
Provide support to the Payroll team as needed (EIB uploads, managing earning & deduction codes, OT & commission calculations, payroll runs, etc.)
Provide project support or data analysis as assigned.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits program, allowing you to choose the benefits that are best for you and your family, starting on the first day of the month following your start date.
Competitive salary and company equity through Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), granted as part of our standard compensation package and based on role and level
401(k) with company match up to 4% of eligible earnings
Multiple medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverage
Company-funded HSA contributions (based on medical plan selection)
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
A variety of supplemental benefit options, including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, legal, and pet insurance
Access to mental health support and confidential counseling resources
Flexible PTO for exempt employees (most employees take 15–20 days per year), plus 8 company-observed holidays
Paid parental leave, including up to 14 weeks at 100% pay for birthing parents and 8 weeks at 100% pay for non-birthing parents
Career mobility and internal growth opportunities across the organization
Professional development budgets for certifications, conferences, and learning available, subject to management approval