Sr. Workday HCM Analyst

OverviewThe Planet Group is seeking a Sr. Workday HCM Analyst to join a Boston-based organization that has recently gone live with Workday across HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, and Benefits. As a key member of their HR Technology team, this individual will act as a functional Workday SME—supporting post-implementation optimization and acting as a business partner across HR and IT functions.Job DetailsJob Title: Sr. Workday HCM AnalystLocation: Boston, MA Hybrid – 2 days onsite perEmployment Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: $120,000–$135,000 base + 15% annual bonusBenefits: Full Medical and Dental (Blue Cross Blue Shield)Visa Sponsorship: Not availableInterview Process: 3 rounds (Recruiting, HR Tech Leader, In-Person Team Panel)Senior levelMid-Senior levelResponsibilitiesAct as the primary support contact for Core HCM and other functional Workday modulesConfigure new features and maintain existing Workday functionalityCollaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT to gather business requirements and align systems to support ongoing operationsOwn and execute system upgrades, enhancements, and process improvementsTroubleshoot and resolve Workday issues with internal teams and stakeholdersBuild and manage reports and dashboards for leadership visibility and planningEnsure compliance with data privacy and security standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR)Provide training and documentation for end-users and internal HR teamsRequired Skills & Qualifications4+ years of Workday HCM experience (Functional SME level)Strong hands-on configuration experience across:Core HCMPayrollBenefitsTime TrackingAbsence ManagementProficient in:Business Process (BP) configurationRequirements gatheringWorkday security and data integrityCustom reporting and dashboard developmentAbility to troubleshoot Workday issues, identify root causes, and deliver cross-functional solutionsStrong communication and collaboration skills—comfortable working with both business and technical stakeholdersAbility to lead configuration updates, upgrades, and knowledge transfer initiativesUnderstanding of HR operations, regulatory compliance (HIPAA, GDPR), and HRIS best practicesPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting Workday post go-live (stabilization, optimization, enhancements)Project leadership or team mentoring experiencePrior experience in complex HR/IT environments with cross-departmental stakeholder alignmentInterest in staying current with Workday trends, updates, and featuresDay-to-Day ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary support contact for Core HCM and other functional Workday modulesConfigure new features and maintain existing Workday functionalityCollaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT to gather business requirements and align systems to support ongoing operationsOwn and execute system upgrades, enhancements, and process improvementsTroubleshoot and resolve Workday issues with internal teams and stakeholdersBuild and manage reports and dashboards for leadership visibility and planningEnsure compliance with data privacy and security standards (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR)Provide training and documentation for end-users and internal HR teamsCompany Benefits & CultureBoston-based HQ with a flexible hybrid scheduleHealth & dental through Blue Cross Blue ShieldHighly collaborative, team-oriented HR tech environmentCompetitive comp plan with bonus eligibilityModern tech stack and strong investment in Workday ecosystem #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17