HRIS Specialist - iCIMS

MSCI Services; Mumbai; Presencial; INR 1.500.000 - 2.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Transparent compensation

Flexible working arrangements

Learning & development platforms

Global Employee Resource Groups

Descripción de la vacante

MSCI seeks an HRIS Specialist – Talent Acquisition to optimize its iCIMS ATS and related platforms within the HR Technology team. You will configure, integrate, and support recruiting solutions globally, partnering with stakeholders and vendors to deliver scalable technology for candidates and recruiters.

The role requires 5+ years in HRIS, strong iCIMS/workday expertise, and excellence in cross-functional communication to drive global deployments and improvements.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience with HRIS technologies, preferably Talent Acquisition.
• Hands-on experience configuring and supporting iCIMS ATS in a global cloud environment.
• Strong knowledge of iCIMS, Workday, system integrations, APIs, and analytics tools.
• Experience with global implementations and SDLC/change management.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the primary technical support for Talent Acquisition system initiatives and enhancements.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize the iCIMS ATS platform, including troubleshooting production issues and implementing system enhancements.
• Support global rollout initiatives and ongoing system upgrades, ensuring effective delivery of technical components.
• Manage and resolve incidents and service requests across iCIMS and related integrations, including Workday HCM and third-party systems.
• Partner with integration teams to support APIs, data interfaces, and system connectivity between ATS, HCM and other enterprise applications.
• Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications and support end-to-end solution delivery.
• Develop, document, and execute comprehensive testing strategies, including system testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Coordinate with iCIMS technical support and Managed Services Providers to resolve technical issues and support system improvements.
• Ensure adherence to HRIS governance, change management, and SDLC processes for all system updates and enhancements.
• Review enhancements and production fixes for downstream system impacts and cross-module dependencies.
• Support system patching and upgrade activities, including automated test review, issue resolution, and stakeholder sign-off.
• Ensure system security configurations are compliant with MSCI standards and global regulatory requirements.
• Communicate system updates, testing plans, root cause analyses, and deployment timelines clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Produce thorough documentation covering requirements, configurations, testing outcomes, and implementation details.
• Manage deliverables across global teams, ensuring project milestones and budget parameters are met.
• Provide guidance and coordination to onshore and offshore team members supporting ATS operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives supporting MSCI’s global Talent Acquisition technology strategy.

Conocimientos

iCIMS ATS

Workday integrations

System integrations

SDLC & testing

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Herramientas

Workday HCM

APIs

Reporting tools

Digital Adoption Platforms

Descripción del empleo

Overview

The HRIS Specialist – Talent Acquisition plays a critical technical role within MSCI’s HR Technology team, supporting global Talent Acquisition systems and initiatives. This position is responsible for the configuration, enhancement, integration, and optimization of the iCIMS Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and related HR technology platforms.

The role partners closely with HRIS Module Leads, Talent Acquisition stakeholders, technical integration teams, and external vendors to ensure scalable, compliant, and high-performing recruiting technology solutions that enhance both candidate and recruiter experiences globally.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical support for Talent Acquisition system initiatives and enhancements.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize the iCIMS ATS platform, including troubleshooting production issues and implementing system enhancements.
• Support global rollout initiatives and ongoing system upgrades, ensuring effective delivery of technical components.
• Manage and resolve incidents and service requests across iCIMS and related integrations, including Workday HCM and third-party systems.
• Partner with integration teams to support APIs, data interfaces, and system connectivity between ATS, HCM and other enterprise applications.
• Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications and support end-to-end solution delivery.
• Develop, document, and execute comprehensive testing strategies, including system testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Coordinate with iCIMS technical support and Managed Services Providers to resolve technical issues and support system improvements.
• Ensure adherence to HRIS governance, change management, and SDLC processes for all system updates and enhancements.
• Review enhancements and production fixes for downstream system impacts and cross-module dependencies.
• Support system patching and upgrade activities, including automated test review, issue resolution, and stakeholder sign-off.
• Ensure system security configurations are compliant with MSCI standards and global regulatory requirements.
• Communicate system updates, testing plans, root cause analyses, and deployment timelines clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Produce thorough documentation covering requirements, configurations, testing outcomes, and implementation details.
• Manage deliverables across global teams, ensuring project milestones and budget parameters are met.
• Provide guidance and coordination to onshore and offshore team members supporting ATS operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives supporting MSCI’s global Talent Acquisition technology strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of experience working with HRIS technologies, preferably in Talent Acquisition systems.
• Strong hands‑on experience configuring and supporting iCIMS ATS in a global, multi‑tenant cloud environment.
• Solid understanding of iCIMS, Workday, system integrations, APIs, reporting tools, and Digital Adoption Platforms.
• Experience supporting global system implementations and enhancements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of SDLC methodologies, testing protocols, and change management processes.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to conduct root cause analysis across integrated systems.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams and vendors.
• Project management experience with the ability to manage competing priorities across global time zones.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to follow‑through.
• Sound judgment in managing business requests, escalations, and system impacts.

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

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At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry‑leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry‑leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.