Workday Analyst, Officer

• Responsible for systems configuration and maintenance of the Workday Platform. Hands-on involvement in systems from inception to delivery while partnering with project sponsors, IT partners, and cross-functional project team members

• Support the configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday enhancements and new functionality.

• Collaborate with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver Workday solutions.

• Perform data analysis, validation, and reporting to support HR operations and decision-making.

• Troubleshoot system issues and provide timely resolution and support to end-users.

• Maintain system documentation, process flows, and user guides.

• Ensure data integrity and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

• Develop testing plans for projects to ensure timely and effective implementation of changes, in alignment with testing strategy.

• Execute and manage testing efforts, track and report test problem reports, testing outcomes, status and statistics for all system testing initiatives.

• Prepare test scenarios and scripts, assist with testing execution, data setup/manipulation, and capture/validation of necessary evidence as required by Compliance.

Release Management

• Responsible for reviewing release notes, requirements gathering & documentation, testing, and ensuring deployment plans are in place, including communication and training. The individual may also be responsible for developing project plans, release schedules, communications and training materials.

Business and Impact Analysis

• Responsible for analyzing projects to estimate effects on systems, business, employees, and clients to find solutions that reduce costs, improve customer service and provide actionable information. Responds to business needs by implementing new or changing technology

Level of Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience in providing hands-on HRIS System configuration

• 2-5 years of relevant experience providing testing and application support and business systems analysis for an HR department in a medium to large global company

• Previous HRIS experience preferred, Workday required,

• Able to create test plans, test scenarios, test scripts, and use best practice testing methods

• Experience with automated testing tools, preferably Kainos

• Proven ability to partner with both internal technical and non-technical staff as well as third party vendors to deliver effective results

• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills

• Solid understanding of the software development process, including requirement gathering, analysis/design, development tools/technologies, release management/version control, contemporary testing methodologies and deployment management

• Knowledge of HR processes, policies and legal requirements

• Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer