Workday HRIS Analyst, Compensation & Benefits

Fourth Floor; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 71,635 - 88,166; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion brand is seeking a Workday HRIS Analyst to join their team. In this remote role, you will configure and maintain compensation plans, assist with enrollment, and collaborate with various stakeholders. This position requires extensive Workday experience and strong problem-solving skills. The job offers a competitive hourly rate and requires on-site attendance in Manhattan on Tuesdays.

Qualifications

• 4 years of HRIS experience with at least 2+ years in Workday Compensation and Benefits.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits programs and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to expert for Workday Compensation and Benefits.
• Configure and maintain compensation plans and eligibility rules.
• Assist with open enrollment and compensation planning.

Skills

HRIS experience

Workday Compensation and Benefits

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Base pay range

$52.00/hr - $64.00/hr

Our client, a popular fashion brand, is seeking a Workday HRIS Analyst to join their team in New York on a contract basis! This role is mostly remote, but on-site Tuesdays in Manhattan.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to expert for Workday Compensation and Benefits functionality
• Configure and maintain compensation plans, packages, eligibility rules, bonus/incentive programs, and open enrollment events
• Assist with open enrollment and compensation planning configuration, testing, and execution in partnership with Compensation, Benefits and Payroll teams
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements
• Provide day-to-day system support and troubleshooting
• Identify opportunities for process automation and optimization within Workday and implement best practices
• Participate in feature release, testing, and implementation of new Workday functionality

Skills

• 4 years of HRIS experience with at least 2+ years of Workday Compensation and Benefits configuration and experience in handling Workday change requests, defects, incidents, and end user (employees + business partner) concerns
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a high-growth, retail-paced environment
• Strong hands-on experience with Workday Compensation and Benefits modules particularly in a retail, multi-location, or hourly workforce environment
• In-depth understanding of compensation structures, job architecture, merit cycles, bonus plans, and equity programs
• Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits programs (medical, dental, 401(k), life, etc.) and related compliance requirements
• Familiarity with other Workday modules (e.g., Core HCM, Talent, Payroll, or Reporting)
• Proficiency in Business Process Configuration and administration, including workflows, validations, and conditional rules
• Possess an investigative nature, a desire to problem solve, and ability to think outside of the box
• Strong problem-solving skills with a desire to thoroughly understand the short and long term impact
• Experience with Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills—able to explain technical concepts to non-technical users

Please submit your resume to be considered.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Human Resources and Analyst

Industries

• Retail Apparel and Fashion