HRIS Analyst - Workday

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve the world’s most challenging problems, like designing a more resilient, inclusive, and equitable future for our communities and cities.

Our people-centered, “People First” culture and “One Firm-Firm” motto promotes integrated teams that unite to shape the future of cities. Gensler’s vision is to “Create a Better World through the Power of Design,” and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together.

Your Role

The Information Systems team is looking for an experienced Workday HRIS Analyst to continue to grow the Workday platform into a world class solution, with a primary focus on supporting all aspects of an employee’s lifecycle with the firm. This position will be an integral part of the HRIS Team, working on design and maintenance of the system.  You will collaborate with Human Resources, Finance and other stakeholders across the firm. Our current Workday landscape includes Core HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, Recruiting, Performance and Development, Learning and Absence Management.

What You Will Do

Serve as subject matter expert for the Workday Platform.  Specialized knowledge in following areas is desired: Core HCM, Talent Strategies and Learning

• Help improve and optimize the full potential of Workday by providing expert advice and solutions to complex business problems.

• Assist in developing and implementing processes to streamline and automate workflows.

• Collaborate with HR Leadership and other stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into system configurations and enhancements

• Create and manage processes to support self-service and HR data entry to preserve integrity and accuracy.

• Provide application support for daily operations and maintenance

• Support special projects and perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

• Perform audits of data to preserve its integrity and accuracy. Regularly review user procedures/workflow to ensure system features are being fully utilized. Identify features that may improve efficiency.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration or 5-8 years of experience in related field.

• 5+ years of HRIS experience, specifically with Workday platform, with exposure to HR technology across multiple HR functions (HCM, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Absence Mgmt and Learning).

• Proven expertise in International setup and configuration

• Possesses a strong work ethic for working with confidential information.

• Experience working with integrations and 3rd party vendors

• Excellent problem solving and multi-tasking skills required

• Must be a self-starter, take initiative, and work effectively within a team

• Must be detail orientated and able to meet deadlines

• Excellent communication skills required, both verbal and written

• Exceptional customer service skills

• Certification in Workday Pro required or experience equivalent

**This position will be based on-site 5 days a week in Gensler's Oakland, CA office**

***The base salary is estimated between $115k-$125k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience***

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. 

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