Functional Workday/HRIS Lead

Are you passionate about process improvement and technology? Do you over analyze everything you do? Do you want to work with an amazing group of talented people? If so, this is the perfect job for you! Northern Trust is looking for a Functional Workday/HRIS Lead to join our HR technology team to be part of our fast-paced and results-oriented culture as we embark upon our journey to implement Workday. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record implementing or administering Workday, with strong knowledge of Workday HCM HR module.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex HR technology projects
• Partner with HR staff to understand their business needs and challenges, in order to elicit requirements, research and evaluate options and recommend solution options
• Conduct impact analysis, estimate effort and prioritize HR technology deliverables
• Implement, configure and support Workday and other HR technology solutions
• Define and test internal and external integrations
• Ability to understand and manage project scope
• Responsible for creating and executing test and implementation plans
• Provide delivery support and assistance for Workday and other HR applications
• Assist in delivery of high-quality solutions across multiple HR functional areas

Required:

• 8+ years previous functional HRIS experience
• Ideally 3+ years previous Workday functional lead experience or other HR package experience, such as Peoplesoft, SAP, or others
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly excel
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize on a daily basis
• Excellent communication skills needed to consult on solutions
• Strong technical writing skills necessary to document and configure complex functional requirements
• Advanced analytical skills needed to problem solve and troubleshoot issues
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate with your team and HR clients
• Have a curious personality and passion to learn new technology
• Excellent project management and organizational skills required to be successful

Preferred:

• Functional Workday experience strongly preferred
• Workday Payroll or Time module expertise strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree
• Previous PeopleSoft and Service Now experience
• Advanced reporting and analytics experience

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. With over 130 years of financial experience and nearly 20,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve!

We recognize the value of inclusion and diversity in culture, in thought, and in experience, which is why we are honored to receive the following awards in 2021:

• Gender Equality Index Member, Bloomberg
• Top Financial & Banking Company, Black EOE Journal, Hispanic Network Magazine, Professional WOMAN'S Magazine

We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of America's best banks and most sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today.