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# Manager/Associate Director, Enterprise Information Systems

- **Company:** Xenon Pharmaceuticals (nasdaq:xene)
- **Location:** Needham, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Application Lifecycle Management, Software Applications, Software as a Service, Information Systems, System Configuration, Data Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, Software Engineering, Oracle Fusion Middleware, Data Streaming, System Testing, IT General Controls (ITGC), Workday HCM, Workday Security, Netsuite Erp, HR Software, Information Technology, Workday, GXP, User Administration
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-manager-associate-director-enterprise-information-systems-xenon-pharmaceuticals-10748239

## About the Role

· Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration or related field.

· Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in the Life Sciences industry.

· Proven experience as an HCM functional owner, HCM manager, or super user - preferably with Workday HCM implementation experience.

· Workday Pro Certification, e.g. HCM, Payroll, etc., a plus.

· Strong understanding of HR and Payroll business processes and SOX, including segregation of duties (SoD) principles.

· Knowledge of user management and role-based access controls. Knowledge of Workday security a plus.

· Experience with Computer Software Assurance/GxP Computer System Validation.

· Experience managing external consultants and vendors.

· Experience collaborating with HR and Finance counterparts to prioritize support and enhancement requests.

· Experience with system integrations (APIs, data flows, connectors).

## Description

We are seeking a Senior Manager/Associate Director, Enterprise Information Systems to join our Information Technology (IT) team.

The position reports to the Director, Enterprise Information Systems and will serve as the primary IT system owner for Xenon's future Human Capital Management (HCM) system as well as other key HR systems. This individual will play a key role in the implementation of Workday HCM, including Payroll, at Xenon, ensuring the system configuration fits the functional requirements and the appropriate controls (including SOX) are in place. This individual will also partner with leaders across HR, Finance, IT, and other functions as needed to drive adoption, operations, and ongoing enhancements to the HCM ecosystem, as well as support other G&A systems.

This position will be based out of Boston, MA, USA in our Needham office. The level of the position will be commensurate with the candidate's education and industry experience. This role is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in the office., · Partnering with key HR and Finance stakeholders, manage and facilitate the implementation and adoption of Xenon's HCM platform (Workday HCM) including design, configuration, testing, documentation, and adoption. Communicate key updates to relevant stakeholders to ensure the implementation meets milestones within agreed-to timelines.

· Support HCM-related process improvement initiatives across HR, Finance and other functions as needed.

· Collaborate with HR and Finance leadership on platform governance including developing a platform roadmap and prioritizing and coordinating change requests, enhancements and support tickets.

· Collaborate with Xenon's Architecture Review Board to ensure the system design is consistent with company standards for security, infrastructure, and data architecture.

· Provide technical guidance and support on all Computer Software Assurance (CSA) deliverables and change control activities.

· Author, review, and approve applicable Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and CSA deliverables, and coordinate assurance and other testing activities.

· Develop, review, and approve procedures defining System Administration activities.

· Develop and manage the ongoing support model including onboarding and managing a qualified Application Management Services (AMS) provider.

· Ensure ongoing compliance with Xenon procedures including SaaS Release Management, Change Management, Problem Management, etc.

· Perform user administration and manage licensing and role-based access controls within the HCM.

· Own the SOX IT General Controls (ITGCs) related to the HCM - including collaborating with internal and external auditors to test and enhance controls as needed.

· Collaborate with colleagues to design, build and support technical integrations to/from the HCM.

· Serve as the IT System Owner for other key HR systems as needed.

· Support other G&A systems, including Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP and other Finance systems.

· Act in accordance with Company policies, including, for example, the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and ensure policies are understood and followed by direct reports, if any.

· Some international travel may be required.

· Other duties as assigned.