First American Financial Group, Inc. · 1 month ago
HRIS Manager - Workday (Time & Absence, Payroll & Benefits)
Santa Ana, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$126K/yr - $168K/yr
5+ years expFirst American Financial Corporation is a company that values its people and fosters an inclusive environment. They are seeking an experienced HRIS Manager to oversee the strategic and operational management of Workday, ensuring it delivers maximum business impact while leading a team of HRIS professionals.
Customer ServiceFinancial ServicesLending
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of functional HRIS professionals; cultivate a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and accountability
Provide direct, advanced configuration and solutioning within Workday HCM and related modules, ensuring systems remain optimized and aligned to business strategy
Act as a consultative partner to HR and business leaders; translate business needs into scalable technology solutions that improve the employee experience
Oversee system operations and enhancements across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations while maintaining a seamless global experience
Champion the adoption of AI, automation, and next-gen Workday features; challenge the status quo to ensure our HR technology stays at the forefront of innovation
Maximize ROI from Workday by proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement, system optimization, and user experience enhancements
Drive initiatives that simplify, modernize, and elevate the HR technology landscape, aligning with broader organizational transformation goals
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5+ years hands-on experience with Workday modules Time & Absence, Payroll and Benefits
Minimum 3+ years leading HRIS teams or equivalent management/leadership role
Proven experience supporting global organizations with complex Workday environments
Leadership presence and strong consultative skills; able to influence and partner effectively with senior leadership
Empathetic, people-first leadership style that balances strategic direction with team development
Track record of fostering innovation and challenging traditional approaches
Will be leading a team of 3+ Sr. HRIS Analysts focused on delivering solutions for Time & Absence, Benefits, Payroll and Recruiting across the globe
Deep hands-on experience with Workday configuration and administration (Time & Absence, Payroll and Benefits)
Strong understanding of Workday reporting, security frameworks, and release management processes
Ability to evaluate, test, and implement emerging technologies—particularly AI and automation—into HR processes
Strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing HR technology
Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Dedication to keeping the employee experience front and center in all solutions delivered
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
First American Financial Group, Inc.
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Funding
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