Workday HRIS Specialist, Senior ( Recruiting Implementation)

Progress Software; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Progress Software in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Workday HRIS Specialist to join the Global HRIS team. You will administer Workday, optimize Core HR, Advanced Compensation and Payroll and lead recruiting integrations to support global HR operations.

This role emphasizes data integrity, regulatory compliance, and delivering reports and dashboards. You will partner with IT and vendors, manage HRIS projects, and train HR staff on new Workday features.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in HRIS administration with a focus on Workday.
• Experience with recruiting processes and systems, preferably integrated with Workday.
• Proven ability to lead HRIS-related projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of Workday functionalities and modules including Recruiting, Global Benefits, Advanced Compensation, Payroll.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize the Workday HRIS, ensuring system functionality aligns with organizational needs.
• Provide technical expertise to implement, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Workday modules including Core HR, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Payroll and Recruiting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze business processes and recommend enhancements for improved efficiency.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytics within Workday to deliver actionable insights to HR and leadership teams.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Partner with payroll to implement and manage payroll functionalities within Workday.
• Lead HRIS-related projects such as system upgrades, integrations, and implementations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of HRIS projects.
• Document processes and provide training to HR staff on Workday functionalities and updates.
• Collaborate with IT and external vendors to resolve technical issues and enhance system capabilities.
• Ensure HRIS and systems comply fully with all applicable regulations and security standards.
• Regularly audit system configurations and data to safeguard sensitive employee information.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Workday updates and industry best practices to proactively address compliance challenges

Skills

Workday HRIS

HRIS administration

Recruiting integration

Payroll

Advanced Compensation

Global Benefits

Data analytics

Reporting

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources/Information Systems or related field

Job description

Job Summary

We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experience with agility and ease.

We re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a HRIS Specialist, Senior and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward. Learn More about us

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Workday HRIS Specialist, Senior with a strong exprience of Recruiting implementation , Global Benefits, Advanced Compensation and Payroll to join our dynamic Human Resources team. This role is instrumental in ensuring our Workday HRIS system operates seamlessly while supporting the implementation of several new modules to meet organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be someone with a passion for HR technology, attention to detail, and a proven track record in managing and supporting processes within Workday.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring system functionality aligns with organizational needs.
• Provide technical expertise to implement ,configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Workday modules, including Core HR, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Payroll and Recruiting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze business processes and recommend enhancements for improved efficiency.
• Create and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and analytics within Workday to deliver actionable insights to HR and leadership teams.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Partner with the payroll team to implement and manage payroll functionalities within Workday.
• Lead HRIS-related projects such as system upgrades, integrations, and implementations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of HRIS projects.
• Document processes and provide training to HR staff on Workday functionalities and updates.
• Collaborate with IT and external vendors to resolve technical issues and enhance system capabilities.
• Ensure HRIS and systems comply fully with all applicable regulations and security standards.
• Regularly audit system configurations and data to safeguard sensitive employee information.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Workday updates and industry best practices to proactively address compliance challenges

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in HRIS administration, with a focus on Workday.
• Proven expertise in recruiting processes and systems, preferably integrated with Workday.
• Demonstrated success in managing HRIS-related projects and leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience with integration configuration is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Workday functionalities and modules, including Recruiting , Global Benefits, Advanced Compensation Payroll.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR reporting tools.