Workday Business Systems Analysis

Arrowstreet Capital•Boston, MA

15d•$105,000 - $255,000

About The Position

The Workday Business Systems Analyst will work closely with our business partners to provide functional and technical support for all HR projects and initiatives within the Workday ecosystem. The successful candidate will join a small, collaborative team of Workday specialists committed to driving critical HR initiatives. The position requires the ability to work in a rigorous, fast paced environment, and offers the opportunity for professional growth and development. A proactive mindset and the ability to pivot quickly are essential for thriving in this dynamic environment. This position requires someone with an in-depth knowledge of the Workday application and strong understanding of best practices within the Workday framework. A proactive mindset and the ability to pivot quickly are essential for thriving in this dynamic environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Business, Computer Science or related concentration is required
A minimum of 3 years of hands-on Workday experience in two or more Workday modules (HCM, Recruiting, Benefits, Time & Absence) and advanced reporting (calculated fields)
Proficiency with Workday integration tools (Workday Studio, EIBs, PECI)
Demonstrates the highest level of discretion when handling highly sensitive and confidential information
Demonstrated capability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks in an extremely fast-paced environment
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate and interact professionally with IT colleagues, business users, senior management, and external support consultants
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail in maintaining accurate deployment plans and documentation
Proven track record in managing several projects concurrently and consistently meeting tight deadlines

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a small team of Workday professionals, playing an integral role in supporting and executing mission-critical HR projects under tight deadlines
Provide prompt, high-quality day-to-day support for both functional and technical queries related to Workday in a challenging operational context
Efficiently triage and resolve support tickets raised by HR and Finance teams, demonstrating strong troubleshooting skills and a relentless focus on workflow optimization
Partner closely with the team to strategically plan, design, and deliver critical application changes, coordinating all aspects of deployment processes in a highly structured and detail-oriented manner
Take personal accountability for developing and executing stringent, end-to-end test plans, ensuring nothing less than the highest quality before deployment to the production environment
Act as a careful and responsible custodian of sensitive HR data and processes, maintaining absolute confidentiality and precision in day-to-day configuration and business analysis
Document system designs, integrations, workflows and maintain related documentation to support the Workday platform.
Demonstrate exemplary communication and interpersonal skills, supporting users and stakeholders with exceptional customer service, even in high-pressure scenarios
Bring proven experience within the HR domain and Workday, applying your expertise to solve complex, time-sensitive challenges
Exhibit a strong sense of urgency and prioritize effectively; excel in dissecting and resolving intricate issues, while meeting—and exceeding—elevated expectations for performance and reliability
Thrive in a demanding workplace, eager for continuous learning and career advancement that come as rewards for consistently outstanding contributions