HR Systems Analyst - Workday

PEAK6

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 98,200 - 122,750

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Competitive PTO

401k match

Parental leave

HSA contribution match

Paid subscription to Calm app

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Chicago is seeking an HR Systems Analyst to enhance their Workday platform. The ideal candidate will possess 3-5 years of Workday HCM experience, focusing on report writing and system configuration. This position offers a range of benefits including healthcare, competitive PTO, and flexible remote work options.

Qualifications

3-5+ years of Workday HCM experience, advanced report writing.
Proficient with Workday modules such as Talent Acquisition and Integrations.
Deep understanding of Workday's security framework.

Responsibilities

Support key system functionality for Workday.
Build and maintain advanced custom reports using Workday.
Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday HCM modules.

Skills

Workday HCM experience

Advanced Report Writer skills

Understanding of Workday security

Technical knowledge of Workday modules

Proactive HRIS support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, HR, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Workday Report Writer

Workday HCM modules

Job description

Overview

HR Systems Analyst - Workday role at PEAK6.

About PEAK6

We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company’s first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6’s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, Zogo, and Bruce Markets.

About This Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented HR Systems Analyst to become an integral member of our People Tech team that supports the efficient configuration, operation, and enhancement of our Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) platform.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in Workday HCM with advanced Report Writer skills. Additional experience in other Workday functionality and support such as Workday Studio Integrations, Domain Security, Talent Acquisition, Performance Optimization, Advanced Compensation, Prism Analytics, and People Analytics is beneficial.

You'll be responsible for

Supporting key system functionality for Workday: managing system configuration, integrations, ongoing maintenance, and troubleshooting user reported issues.
Building and maintaining advanced custom reports using Workday Report Writer, leveraging calculated fields and other reporting functionalities.
Configuring, maintaining, and optimizing core Workday HCM modules.
Designing and implementing configurations to address changing business requirements in collaboration with HR and other stakeholders.
Configuring, testing, and deploying changes to Business Processes as business needs arise.
Supporting Data Governance principles by ensuring data quality, security, and compliance within the Workday system.
Monitoring and managing integrations between Workday and other business systems; troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.
Collaborating with functional teams to understand requirements, design solutions, and execute process improvements within the Workday environment.
Performing routine Workday system maintenance, staying up-to-date on new releases and features; evaluate and implement them as appropriate.
Providing end-user training, create documentation, and assist HR and other teams in utilizing Workday functionalities effectively.
Maintaining awareness of industry best practices and proactively recommend Workday enhancements aligned with organizational goals.

Qualifications

3-5+ years of Workday HCM experience, including advanced report writing and understanding of Workday security
Proficient with Workday modules such as Talent Acquisition, Integrations, Advanced Compensation, Prism, or People Analytics
Deep understanding of Workday's security framework, including domain and business process security policies, to ensure appropriate access controls are applied while building and maintaining reports.
Technical knowledge and in-depth experience with Workday Report Writer, building both simple and advanced custom reports (including matrix and composite reports).
Familiarity with calculated fields, dashboards, data integrations (EIBs/APIs), and security configurations.
Strategic, proactive, and user-focused approach to HRIS support and improvements.
Experience with complex organizations (private equity, financial firms, or multi-location/global companies) preferred
Bachelor’s degree in IT, HR, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Workday certifications a plus

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.

Compensation

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits, enhancing your overall compensation package.

Base Salary Range

$98,200-$122,750

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics. PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in our application or interview process, please contact our HR department at hr@peak6.com. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.

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