Workday HRIS Specialist

Robert Half
Chicago, United States of America
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Chicago, United States of America

Tech stack

Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
HR Software
Workday HRIS
Workday

Job description

  • Participate in client meetings to provide subject matter support on HR systems, answer functional questions, and help shape implementation discussions.

  • Contribute to Workday implementation efforts with an emphasis on skills-focused functionality and practical application within talent management processes.

  • Partner with project leadership to help organize implementation activities, coordinate with delivery teams, and support successful project execution.

  • Perform HRIS analysis to evaluate business needs, identify system solutions, and recommend effective approaches for client environments.

  • Serve as a hands-on resource in configuring, testing, and validating HR technology solutions as project requirements evolve.

  • Assist in preparing end users and internal teams through knowledge transfer, process guidance, and training support when needed.

  • Apply foundational HR expertise to align system capabilities with workforce processes such as learning, development, and internal mobility.

  • Support work across additional HR platforms when applicable, including environments that use systems such as UltiPro or related solutions. Requirements * Experience participating in or leading Workday implementation projects within an HRIS environment.

Requirements

  • Strong foundation in human resources operations with prior exposure to HR systems-focused roles.

  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in client-facing settings and present information with confidence.

  • Hands-on approach to HRIS work, including analysis, problem solving, testing, and implementation support.

  • Ability to learn new system functionality quickly, especially in specialized Workday features.

  • Familiarity with learning and development concepts or experience supporting employee training initiatives.

  • Exposure to additional HR platforms such as UltiPro or comparable systems is preferred. TalentMatch®

About the company

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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