Senior Data Analyst, HR Shared Services

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates seeks a Senior Data Analyst in HR Shared Services for our New York City office (hybrid). You will provide technical support firm-wide for hiring, status changes, termination, and troubleshooting Workday processes, and train the People team on Workday data entry.

You will ensure data integrity, coordinate payroll-related transactions with Payroll, collaborate across departments, lead testing during Workday upgrades, and mentor junior staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum five years’ HR Shared Services experience, including Workday HCM.
• Strong knowledge of Workday HCM and business process setup.
• Knowledge of database structure.
• Proficient with Firm software (Workday, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn new software.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level technical support for processing employment data changes.
• Train People team on Workday processes.
• Ensure data integrity and task completion.
• Coordinate payroll-related transactions with Payroll.
• Collaborate with other departments to troubleshoot issues.
• Analyze HR data management processes and propose improvements.
• Process status changes such as transfers, position changes, FTE changes, salary adjustments.
• Support data audits to ensure accuracy.
• Assist pre-employees and terminated workers with Employee Self Service access.
• Collaborate with non-NY offices to ensure data accuracy.
• Create and maintain documentation on systems and procedures.
• Lead testing during Workday releases.
• Maintain Outlook distribution groups and manage department projects.
• Mentor junior team members on HR Shared Services processes.
• Serve as SME on data workflows and escalation procedures.

Skills

Workday HCM

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.

About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst, HR Shared Services to join our Firm. This position will be based in our New York City office (hybrid).

The Senior Data Analyst provides technical support firm-wide, including hiring, status changes, termination, and troubleshooting of system issues. Performs technical and project support for the HR Shared Services team, supports testing of programs during upgrades; identifies areas and business process steps for automation and streamlining; directly supports the HR Shared Services Supervisor and acts as back up in supporting the team and workflow.

• Provides high-level technical support for processing employment data changes, including new hires, status changes, terminations, and time tracking.
• Provides training to new and existing People team professionals on various Workday processes, including hiring and data entry for Business Services Professionals (BSPs) and attorneys.
• Responsible for ensuring integrity of data and completion of tasks.
• Liaises with the Payroll Department to coordinate processing of employee payroll-related transactions.
• Works closely with other departments and collaborates with other teams to troubleshoot and provide solutions to issues.
• Analyzes existing HR data management processes and proposes and implements improvements in methods and procedures. Collaborates with supervisor on proposals.
• Responsible for processing status changes including, but not limited to, office/department transfers, position changes, FTE changes, class treatment/rank code changes, salary adjustments, bonus updates, and allowance plan updates.
• Responsible for supporting data audits (daily, weekly, monthly, annually, and as needed) to facilitate compliance and data accuracy. Responsible for reviewing files/records and associated data entry to ensure accuracy.
• Responsible for assisting pre-employees and terminated workers with access to Employee Self Service.
• Collaborates with non-NY offices to ensure data, records, and pay are accurate.
• Creates, organizes and maintains appropriate documentation on systems and procedures.
• Leads the testing of business processes during Workday new releases and other new configuration testing, as needed.
• Maintains Outlook distribution groups and resolves questions. Manages department special projects.
• Mentors and provides guidance to junior team members on HR Shared Services processes and best practices.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on employee data management workflows and escalation procedures.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of five years of related HR Shared Services experience, including Workday HCM experience.
• Strong knowledge and experience with Workday HCM and business process set up.
• Knowledge of database structure.
• Skilled at using technology to execute projects.
• Delivers timely and accurate work products, and responds with a sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Workday, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates close attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
• Current knowledge of industry best practices, trends and techniques.
• Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.

Culture & Life at Skadden

What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firm’s success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and business services professionals.

Benefits

The overall well-being of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Salary Details

$115,000 - $135,000

EEO Statement

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