Specialist, People Operations HRIS (Workday)

IMAX • Playa Vista, CA

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About The Position

The Specialist, People Operations HRIS is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and continuous impr ovement of HR systems and processes across IMAX’s global organization. Reporting to the Director, HRIS & Technology, this role focuses on HR Operations and Workday configuration across multiple modules, ensuring systems are efficient, scalable, and aligned with evolving business needs. The position plays a key role within the HR technology ecosystem, supporting a complex, global Workday environment and partnering closely across the HR function, including Talent Acquisition and Total Rewards, as well as with Finance and IT to deliver high-impact solutions. Our team is constantly pushing the boundaries of HR technology, with exciting initiatives ahead. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with systems, and making a tangible impact on the employee and candidate experience. If you’re curious, driven, and excited to grow in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of hands-on Workday configuration experience (Recruiting, HCM and/or Compensation preferred)
• Strong understanding of Workday and HR processes across the employee lifecycle
• Experience building Workday reports and dashboards; strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Familiarity with Workday EIBs and data conversion processes
• Demonstrated experience operating in complex, enterprise-scale, global HR environments with cross-functional stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end system lifecycles while balancing multiple priorities and maintaining high data accuracy standards
• Strong capability in translating business needs into scalable system solutions that improve employee and business experience
• Highly self-directed and proactive, with a strong ability to work independently and drive initiatives from concept through execution

Responsibilities

• Workday Configuration & Optimization Function as a subject matter expert for Workday configuration across key modules, including Recruiting, Compensation, and Core HCM
• Support full HR systems lifecycle activities including requirements gathering, configuration, testing (unit, integration, UAT), deployment, and post-Go-Live support
• P a rtner with cross- functional stakeholders to deliver scalable HR solutions, ensuring alignment with compliance, audit, and business requirements
• Support ongoing Workday enhancements, system stability, and bi-annual release activities across a global HR environment
• Act as a trusted advisor on Workday capabilities, guiding stakeholders toward best-practice system design and process optimization
• Manage HR and TA operational and system-related inquiries, overseeing each request from intake through timely assessment, resolution, and implementation of sustainable, long-term solutions.
• Support HR and TA operations through Workday workflows, transactions, and process optimization including employee lifecycle activities, document handling and processing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across global teams, ensuring alignment, transparency, and effective change management in a fast-paced environment.
• Support seamless and globally consistent HR and Talent Acquisition processes across multiple business units and regions
• Support compensation cycles (merit, bonus, equity) within the HRIS system
• Handle confidential HR data with accuracy, care, and professionalism in alignment with IMAX standards.
• Provide training, documentation, and knowledge transfer to stakeholders to drive adoption, capability building, and self-sufficiency in HR and TA processes.
• Deliver actionable workforce insights through reporting and analytics, enabling data-driven decision-making across HR and business leadership
• Maintain data governance practices that ensure integrity, compliance, and consistency across global HR systems and processes
• Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance through strong controls and structured data management practices
• Support security configuration and role-based access management within HR systems.

Benefits

• Build in-demand skills and grow toward Workday Pro Certification
• Work with cutting-edge HR tech, including AI and agent-based capabilities
• Shape the future of HR technology within a global entertainment leader, where systems directly influence employee experience and business outcomes
• Work at the intersection of HR strategy, technology, and transformation in a high-impact, innovation-driven environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees