The HRIS Lead is responsible for the strategy, design, optimization, and ongoing evolution of Workday capabilities that support the HR function, including HR Operations (Compensation, Benefits, Compliance, and Onboarding), HR Business Partners, Learning & Development, and Talent Acquisition. Through this work, the role helps enable HR to effectively serve Bell associates and support the broader enterprise through scalable, efficient technology solutions and an improved employee and manager experience.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities- Own the roadmap and ongoing optimization of Workday capabilities that support HR Operations (Compensation, Benefits, Compliance, and Onboarding), HR Business Partners, Learning & Development, and Talent Acquisition, with strong expertise across Core HCM, Talent, Recruiting, Performance, Compensation, and related capabilities.
- Serve as the primary techno-functional Workday resource supporting the HR function and its delivery of services to Bell associates and the broader enterprise.
- Translate HR business requirements into scalable Workday solutions through system configuration, business processes, reporting, security, and integrations.
- Provide hands-on HCM expertise and strong knowledge of Workday integrations, system connectivity, and data flows.
- Lead Workday initiatives through requirements, solution design, configuration, testing, deployment, adoption, and post-production optimization.
- Evaluate Workday releases and emerging capabilities to identify opportunities that enable HR Operations, HR Business Partners, Learning & Development, and Talent Acquisition through automation, process improvement, and an enhanced user experience.
- Partner across HR and with IT, Integrations, Security, Reporting, and other teams to deliver end-to-end solutions that enable the HR function to effectively support Bell associates and the enterprise.
- Establish governance standards and promote adoption of Workday-delivered functionality while simplifying processes and reducing customization.
- Act as an escalation point for complex issues, performing root-cause analysis and driving sustainable solutions and continuous improvement.
Additional Functions and Responsibilities- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Proven technical and functional expertise in Workday Core HCM, Talent, Recruiting, Performance Management, Compensation, and related HCM modules.
- Strong Workday integration experience, including system connectivity and data flows.
- Strong understanding of HR processes and how Workday enables HR Operations, HR Business Partners, Learning & Development, and Talent Acquisition.
- Experience leading Workday enhancements or implementations from requirements through deployment.
- Proven ability to translate business requirements into effective technology solutions while balancing user experience, scalability, risk, and operational needs.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building capabilities.
- Proven project leadership and change management abilities.
- Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities and driving initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
Education and Background- Bachelor's degree in related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 7 years of Workday HCM experience, including hands-on experience with Core HCM, Talent, Recruiting, Performance Management, Compensation, and Workday integrations.
- Experience supporting a multi-state, geographically dispersed, or multi-site workforce.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking.
- Workday certification or equivalent demonstrated Workday expertise.
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