Associate, HR Technology and Analytics (Contract)

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 469,000 - 692,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited is seeking an proactive Associate to join the HR Technology & Analytics team to enhance Workday HCM and Recruiting solutions. You will partner with HR and IT stakeholders to implement improvements, perform testing, and support analytics initiatives.

The role offers exposure to AI-enabled ways of working, with a focus on governance, data privacy, and delivering a superior employee and candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems or related field required.
• 5+ years in HR technology, HRMS or similar; Workday experience preferred.
• Hands-on Workday HCM and/or Recruiting modules experience preferred.
• Experience with HR reporting, analytics or dashboard development a plus.
• Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with HR stakeholders to capture requirements and deliver system enhancements.
• Perform testing, UAT, regression testing and release validation for Workday updates.
• Support HR processes optimization through technology and automation.
• Lead HR technology projects and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and analytics to improve productivity and experience.

Skills

Workday HCM

Workday Recruiting

Requirements gathering

Process documentation

Testing

User support

HR reporting

Analytics

Dashboard development

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or related

Job description

Company Introduction

We're home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day. HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive, analytical and technologically curious Associate to join the HR Technology & Analytics team. This role will primarily support the ongoing enhancement and optimization of Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Recruiting solutions while contributing to HKEX's HR agenda. The successful candidate will partner with HR stakeholders, IT teams, other internal stakeholders and external vendors to support system enhancements, process improvements, reporting and analytics, and AI-enabled ways of working. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across HR technology, people data, process enhancements and new tools, while strengthening the governance and control and helping deliver an efficient and engaging employee and candidate experience.

Job Duties

• Collaborate with HR stakeholders to understand business requirements and support the delivery of system enhancements and process improvements.
• Perform system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), regression testing and release validation activities for Workday updates and enhancements.
• Support the optimization and standardization of HR and recruitment processes through technology solutions and automation.
• Participate in HR technology projects, system implementations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, employee experience and recruiter experience through digital tools and innovative approaches.
• Support the exploration and adoption of AI-enabled solutions, including Microsoft Copilot and other emerging HR technologies.
• Identify opportunities to leverage automation, analytics and AI tools to enhance productivity, self-service capabilities and knowledge management.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Talent Acquisition, IT, Data and external vendor teams to deliver effective HR technology solutions.
• Ensure appropriate handling of sensitive employee information and adherence to data privacy, security and governance requirements.
• Identify and elevate risks, issues and dependencies in a timely manner to support sound decision-making and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 5 years+ of experience in HR Technology, HRMS, System Business Analysis or related functions.
• Hands-on experience supporting Workday HCM and/or Recruiting modules preferred.
• Experience in requirement gathering, process documentation, testing and user support preferred.
• At least one full cycle HR system implementation would be advantageous.
• Experience with HR reporting, analytics or dashboard development is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and a continuous learning mindset, with a strong interest in HR technology, data and emerging trends.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and develop practical solutions.

Employment Details

• Location: HKEX - Exchange Square
• Shift: Standard
• 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Worker Type: Contract

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.