FINRA · 22 hours ago
Workday HR Technology Associate Director
Washington, DC (Job Posting)
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expFINRA is the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, and they are seeking a Workday HR Technology Associate Director to lead the implementation and optimization of HR technology platforms. This role involves partnering with HR and technology teams to ensure system integrity and compliance while driving continuous improvements in HR processes.
FinanceFinancial ServicesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Oversee the maintenance, optimization, and configuration of Workday and other HRIS platforms
Serve as an expert on Workday functionality and available features and on multiple business processes and systems
Analyze business processes and needs to determine the most effective Workday technology solutions
Partner with product and engineering teams to configure applications and lead hands-on UAT testing of complex solutions
Stay abreast of HRIS system strategic roadmaps, industry trends and activities through external networks and education
Provide input into product vision, roadmap, and define/prioritize short-to-medium term goals and execute on these
Drive continuous improvements based on user feedback and evolving best practices
Establish governance frameworks for HR systems, including business process standards, data standards, and ownership
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of HR data across all systems; lead data cleansing initiatives and implement data audits
Provide advanced reporting and analytics support using Workday and third-party reporting tools to support business decision making
Identify opportunities for process automation, standardization, and reduction of manual efforts
Investigate and address data and functional questions
Lead change management efforts for HR technology initiatives, including communication, training, and adoption strategies
Develop training programs and oversee development of materials; conduct demos to stakeholders
Ensure end-user support processes, documentation, and knowledge resources are effective and scalable
Manage vendor relationships and lead vendor evaluation and selection processes
Collaborate with multiple functional areas within HR to align priorities and resources to ensure goals and objectives are met
Mentor less-senior analysts and contribute to cross-training among team members
Demonstrate FINRA’s values
Collaborate, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA’s mission of investor protection and market integrity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience
5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: product management, project management, business analysis, program management, software engineering
5+ years hands-on configuration experience with Workday HCM core modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits) and at least one of: Recruiting, Talent, Performance
Experience managing people and cross-functional teams, programs, and initiatives
Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with business stakeholders at all levels
Strong writing ability, including strong technical writing ability for system documentation, business requirements, and user training materials
Strong business acumen
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Experience translating data into quantifiable actions/deliverables
Experience with Agile software development
Experience working cross-functionally in a large organization
Preferred
Master's degree in business administration or similar advanced degree
Workday Pro Certifications in HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Talent and Performance
Experience with HR analytics and reporting tools
Experience in the financial services industry
Experience providing guidance and direction to cross-functional resources
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life, and spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, business travel accident, disability and legal
Immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match and eligibility for participation in an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Commuter benefits
Adoption assistance
Backup family care
Surrogacy benefits
Employee assistance
Wellness programs
15 days of paid time off
5 personal days
9 sick days
Two volunteer service days
Military leave
Jury duty leave
Bereavement leave
Voting and election official leave for federal, state or local primary and general elections
Care of a family member leave (available after 90 days of employment)
Childbirth and parental leave (available after 90 days of employment)
Nine paid holidays
Company
FINRA
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is an independent regulator for securities firms doing business in the U.S. It is a sub-organization of Thrivent.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tina Salehi Gubb
Senior Vice President
Michael Solomon
Executive Vice President of Examinations and Membership Application Program
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