HRIS Specialist (Workday Administration)

Saaki Argus And Averil Consulting; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Saaki Argus And Averil Consulting seeks an experienced Lead HR Systems Specialist to manage Workday, lead HR analytics initiatives, and drive digital HR transformation in its Bangalore operations. The role emphasizes governance, data security, and cross-functional collaboration across IT, Compliance, and HR teams.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in HRIS/HR technology, strong Power BI/Power Apps skills, and a track record of leading system implementations in multinational financial services

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of progressive HRIS/HR technology experience.
• Hands-on Workday administration (HCM, reporting, security, integrations).
• Strong analytics using Power BI/Power Apps and Excel for dashboards.
• Experience leading system implementations and digital HR projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management in a multinational setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead HRIS governance, configuration, and optimization of Workday.
• Design HR dashboards and analytics, automate reports, and drive insights.
• Oversee HR operations improvements across acquisition, onboarding, and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with global HR tech teams, IT, Compliance, and business leaders.
• Mentor junior staff and drive HR technology capability building.

Skills

HRIS leadership

HR analytics

Stakeholder management

Project management

Multinational experience

Tools

Workday

Power BI

Power Apps

Excel

Alteryx

Job description

Job Title: HR Systems Specialist

Location: Bangalore, India

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: 10-15 years

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Lead HR Systems Specialist to join our dynamic HR team in Bangalore. The successful candidate will lead the management and optimization of our HR Information Systems (HRIS), with particular focus on Workday administration, advanced analytics using Power BI/Power Apps, and driving HR digital transformation initiatives across our India operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• HRIS Leadership & Management:
• Lead the administration, configuration, and optimization of Workday HRIS platform
• Drive system enhancements, integrations, and upgrade projects
• Ensure data governance, security protocols, and system compliance across HR platforms
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with global HRIS teams
• Advanced Reporting & Analytics:
• Design and develop comprehensive HR dashboards and analytics using Power BI
• Create automated reporting solutions for workforce analytics, headcount planning, attrition analysis, and performance metrics
• Provide strategic insights to leadership through data-driven recommendations
• Establish KPIs and metrics framework for HR operations
• HR Operations Excellence:
• Lead process optimization initiatives for talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and employee lifecycle management
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to streamline HR workflows and improve employee experience
• Support organizational restructuring and change management initiatives
• Strategic Partnership & Leadership:
• Partner with global HR technology teams and local business leaders
• Lead cross-functional projects and coordinate with IT, Compliance, and Operations teams
• Mentor junior team members and drive capability building in HR technology
• Innovation & Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for automation and digital transformation in HR processes
• Leverage Power Apps and other Microsoft 365 tools to enhance HR service delivery
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging HR technologies

Qualifications:

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in HRIS management, HR operations, or HR technology roles
• Extensive hands-on experience with Workday (HCM, Reporting, Security, Integrations)
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Power Apps, and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and visualization
• Strong understanding of HR processes including talent management, compensation, benefits administration, and compliance
• Experience with data analytics tools (Alteryx knowledge preferred)
• Proven track record of leading system implementations and process improvement initiatives
• Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience working in multinational organizations, preferably in financial services
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge HR technologies at a leading global financial services company
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization
• Comprehensive benefits package