Senior Manager, HR Systems

Metropolis Technologies • Chicago, IL

81d • $140,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Metropolis is seeking a Senior Manager, HR Systems to own and optimize our HR data and systems architecture. This highly visible role is for a strategic, hands-on HR tech leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, but isn't afraid to get in the weeds. You will manage current HR systems, drive automation and efficiency, and prepare the company for a future Workday migration, enabling the People team to scale effectively.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in HR systems management, with a track record of modernizing HR tech stacks
• Deep technical expertise in HR data architecture, process automation, and system integrations
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage, mentor, and inspire a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with shifting priorities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working cross-functionally with IT, HR, and business stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Dayforce, UKG/Dimensions, or similar HRIS platforms

Responsibilities

• Serve as the strategic owner of HR data and systems, driving modernization and preparing for future HRIS migration
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI for automation and to streamline HR processes
• Manage and mentor a team of two direct reports while remaining hands-on with execution
• Partner with IT to build a scalable, sustainable, and future-proof HR systems architecture
• Maintain and optimize current HR platforms (AS400, Dayforce, Dimensions/UKG), ensuring data integrity and operational reliability
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate and streamline HR processes, reducing manual work across the People team
• Lead HR systems projects end-to-end, from gathering requirements to testing and rollout
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure systems meet business needs and compliance requirements
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert for HR data flows, reporting, and system integrations
• Monitor emerging HR tech trends and recommend tools and solutions to keep Metropolis ahead of the curve

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Lucrative stock option plan
• Bonus plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees