Workday Data Migration, Conversion and Mapping Analyst

Job title: Workday Data Migration, Conversion and Mapping Analyst

Job location: Hyderabad, Hub

Job type: Fulltime/Permanent

About Sanofi

At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. As a global healthcare leader, we are committed to transforming the practice of medicine by pursuing breakthrough science, building sustainable business models, and expanding access to our medicines and vaccines. Our people are at the heart of everything we do — and so is the data that powers our operations.

About the job

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to further develop your career in data migration and Workday by joining a newly created Data Migration team at a pivotal moment. With 80% involvement in complex global projects — including implementations, data migrations, reporting and visualization initiatives, data sharing agreements, and data foundation developments — this role will support mission-critical data mapping and loading activities that directly impact business operations, M&A success, and compliance.

You will work under the Data Migration and Conversion Lead and have an expertise in Workday and EiB loads.

Key Responsibilities

Data Mapping Support

• Assist in building and maintaining source-to-Workday field mappings for loads

• Support documentation of transformation logic, validation rules, and value conversions

• Learn and apply country-specific data standardization approaches

• Support mapping activities under the guidance of senior analysts

Bulk Load Execution Support

• Assist in executing Workday bulk loads using EIB and approved tools

• Support design and validation of templates, sequencing, and dependencies

• Prepare loads for review by senior analysts

• Follow approved governance processes and standards at all times

Migration Delivery Support

• Support end-to-end migration execution including mock loads, reconciliations, and production loads

• Assist in maintaining migration playbooks and cutover plans

• Support test load execution and result validation

• Assist in reconciliations between source and target systems

M&A Support

• Assist in assessing and mapping incoming HR data for acquisitions

• Support cleansing, transformation, and loading activities for acquired populations

• Support data extraction and separation activities for divestitures

• Contribute to Day 1 readiness preparation for employee data in Workday

Data Quality Assurance

• Perform basic pre-load data quality checks

• Identify and escalate data quality issues to senior analysts

• Support Data Governance and Data Quality teams on remediation activities

• Assist in guarding the People Data Model via correct data preparation

Documentation & Audit Support

• Assist in maintaining audit trails, reconciliation reports, and rollback procedures

• Support load documentation maintenance and compliance

• Assist with audit and compliance requirements

About you

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in information systems, Data Management, Data Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field

• 2-5 years of experience in data management, data analysis, or related roles

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Workday EiB and HCM Certified

• Experience working in team environments

Technical Skills

• Strong Python, Excel and data automation and manipulation skills required

•     Worked with Informatica or other ETL tools

• Basic SQL knowledge would be beneficial

• Workday HCM knowledge and EiB load preparation and execution

• Understanding of data concepts and data quality principles

• Comfortable learning new technical tools and systems

Soft Skills & Behaviours

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Ability to follow processes and procedures consistently

• Proactive approach to learning and professional development

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities

• Collaborative mindset with willingness to support team members

Preferred Qualifications

•     Experience with data analysis or data quality and conversio tools

•     Strong understanding of Workday and EiB Loads

•     Workday Certification: EiB Manager and HCM

•     Knowledge of data governance principles

•     Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry

•     Familiarity with process documentation and standard operating procedures

•     Exposure to project management or Agile methodologies

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate completion of assigned data mapping and load preparation tasks

• Successful support of bulk load execution with minimal errors in Workday

• Consistent adherence to data quality standards and governance processes

• Timely completion of assigned migration activities within project timelines

• Accurate and complete documentation of all work performed

• Proactive identification and escalation of data quality issues

• Strong collaboration with other analysts and team members

• Continuous learning and skill development in Workday and data migration

• Meaningful contribution to successful M&A integrations and data migrations

Why Join Sanofi?

• Join a newly created team with significant impact on global operations from day one

• Work on mission-critical projects — M&A integrations, global data migrations, and organizational transformations

• Develop in-demand expertise in Workday and complex data environments

• Collaborate globally with stakeholders across Sanofi's worldwide operations

• Contribute to Sanofi's mission to improve patients' lives through operational excellence

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

• Dynamic, innovative environment with real opportunities for career advancement

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

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