Workday HRIS Analyst

Position summary

The Workday HRIS Analyst supports the implementation, go-live, stabilization, and ongoing administration of Workday across the firm. This role partners closely with HR, Payroll, Benefits, IT, and external implementation partners to support system administration, testing, troubleshooting, process improvement, and user adoption.

This position is ideal for someone with prior Workday implementation or administration experience who can support internal teams, provide practical recommendations, and help meet operational needs during and after implementation. Experience supporting a Workday go-live is required. Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred.

This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a large-scale global Workday implementation and to grow into broader Workday administration responsibilities over time.

Job duties and responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the Workday implementation and post-go-live support team, helping to support the successful deployment, stabilization, and ongoing optimization of Workday across the firm.
• Act as an internal Workday resource for HR, Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, Recruiting, IT, and other business teams by providing guidance on functionality, best practices, configuration considerations, and operational impacts.
• Support key Workday functional areas, including HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Compensation, Security, Reporting, Prism Analytics, EIBs, business processes, and integrations.
• Partner with implementation consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders to support decision-making, close knowledge gaps, and build internal capability.
• Assist with implementation activities, including design discussions, configuration review, testing coordination, defect tracking, data validation, cutover planning, deployment readiness, and post-go-live stabilization.
• Help troubleshoot system, process, and integration issues by researching practical solutions, workarounds, and long-term improvements.
• Provide support for business processes, security roles, reporting, EIB loads, Prism Analytics, integrations, and related system administration activities as needed.
• Assist with data conversion validation, reconciliation, audit support, payroll and benefits testing, and system quality assurance activities.
• Create and maintain process documentation, job aids, knowledge base articles, and training materials to support long-term operational success and internal knowledge sharing.
• Provide day-to-day support to internal users and project team members while helping increase organizational knowledge and comfort with Workday functionality and processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve user experience, and optimize Workday functionality following go-live.
• Stay informed on new Workday functionality, releases, and industry best practices, and provide recommendations for future enhancements.

Job duties and responsibilities included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented asnecessary.  Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time. 

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Experience:

• 2+ years of HRIS, Workday, or related systems experience preferred
• Experience supporting at least one Workday implementation or go-live required
• Experience supporting HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, or related functional areas preferred
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and teams
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to learn new systems and functionality quickly
• Experience creating process documentation and training materials preferred
• Understanding of Workday HCM concepts and business processes preferred

Additional information

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Equipment used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone,  calculator, copier, scanner, etc.

Essential job functions

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to review, interpret, and work with large amounts of data, reports, and system information accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, deadlines, and business needs during implementation and operational support activities.
• Ability to occasionally work extended hours and participate in early morning meetings to support global teams and implementation timelines.
• Ability to use standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, copier, scanner, and related technology.

Working conditions

Works remotely.  Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule.  Early start time preferred to accommodate service in our EMEA locations.

Pay ranges

This is a non-exempt position. The hourly wage range for this role is $33.65 to $38.46, with an estimated annual compensation range of $70,000 to $80,000, based on expected hours. This represents the presently anticipated pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Miami & Richmond – $33.65 - $38.46 per hour (approximately $70,000 - $80,000 annually based on expected hours)

Employee benefits overview

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Virtual Health Services
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Family Leave (for eligible Exempt and Non-Exempt staff)
• Transportation Benefit
• Back-up Child Care Services
• College Coach Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Sick Time (for Exempt staff)
• Paid Time Off (available to all full-time, non-temporary employees)

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401(k) plan.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact. Reed Smith also provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process.

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