Senior Workday Administrator (HCM, Compensation and Security) - Europe/India (Remote)
Who we are
We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.
We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs - in the best possible way.
Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.
Why Worldwide
We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!
What IT department does at Worldwide
The IT department is made up of seasoned professionals united in one common goal: to keep Worldwide’stechnical infrastructure operatingat the highest levels for our employees and our customers. We are a global team comprisedof numerousprofessionals including cyber security, artificial intelligence, IT helpdesk, application support, and more.
What you will do
Own HCM and Compensation configuration - lead the configuration, maintenance, and ongoing operation of Workday HCM, Advanced Compensation and Security as the primary areas of ownership, including core HR, organization structures, business processes, the bonus, merit and promotion cycles, and compensation statements.
Lead configuration projects - leadWorkday configuration work, including new module rollouts, upgrades, and feature adoption tied to the twice-yearly Workday releases.
Monitor system health - monitor system health, performance, and security, ensuring optimalfunctionality and compliance.
Security administration - own Workday security configuration for functional areas, managing security groups, roles, and permissions so that proper access controls are enforced, least-privilege is maintained, and segregation-of-duties and audit requirements are met.
Process improvement - partner with stakeholders to identifyand implement process improvements and automation opportunities, andperform gap analyses to enhance system efficiency and user experience.
Advanced troubleshooting - provide advanced troubleshooting for configuration issues and data discrepancies, performing root-cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions.
Reporting - build, maintain, and optimizeWorkday reports and calculated fields to support business decisions, and ensure data accuracy across reports and dashboards.
Data integrity and compliance - ensure system compliance with relevant regulations, company policies, and audit requirements, and manage security roles and permissionsso proper access controls are in place.
Mentoring - mentor junior administrators and provide guidance on best practices, and conduct training sessions for People Partners, Finance, and other end-users on new features and capabilities.
Stakeholder liaison - serve as a liaison between People Strategy & Culture, Finance, IT, Payroll, and other departments to align business processes with Workday functionality, and support integration colleagues on functional requirements where data feeds are involved.
What you will bring to the role
Analytical and problem-solving skills to respond to requested changes and identifysystem configurations.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to focus on customer needs and requirements to determinesolutions.
Strong interpersonal skills; can communicate effectively and build effective relationships.
Resourceful inapproach to resolving day-to-day systemand operational queries.
A high degree of integrity, confidentiality, and commitment.
Personal accountability and ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines and work without supervision.
Your experience
Minimum 5 years of hands-on Workday configuration experience on a live tenant.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
Workday certification is highly desirable, particularly in HCM, Security, and Advanced Compensation.
Previousexperience of deployment of Workday modules.
Deep functional expertisein Workday HCM, Advanced Compensation and Security.
Strong configuration experience across additionalmodules such as Recruiting, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, and Performance.
Strong understanding of Workday's architecture, business processes, security models, and reporting tools.
Proficiencyin creating and maintainingWorkday calculated fields, EIBs (Enterprise Interface Builder), and advanced reporting.
Experience with Workday configuration projects, system upgrades, and change management across the biannual releases.
We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.
To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! For more information on Worldwide, visit www.Worldwide.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.
Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, andsuccessful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law .