Workday HRIS Specialist Compensation & Absence
Workday HRIS Specialist Compensation & Absence
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Job Description
This is a remote position.
Remote (U.S.-based) Full-Time Mid-Senior Level
A global leader in pet health and diagnostics is hiring a Workday HRIS Specialist to support their Compensation and Absence modules. This is a fully remote role within the U.S. supporting a globally distributed HR Technology team.
You ll play a key role in the configuration optimization and support of Workday Compensation and Absence processes collaborating with HR Centers of Excellence IT and global stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Configure and maintain Core and Advanced Compensation as well as Absence business processes in Workday
Manage annual merit cycles compensation rules eligibility criteria and related reporting
Provide day-to-day support and troubleshoot Workday Compensation and Absence issues
Lead or contribute to compensation and absence-related projects
Collaborate cross-functionally to gather requirements and implement system solutions
Monitor Workday releases and incorporate relevant updates
Assist in developing and maintaining related policies and procedures within the system
Create reports dashboards and manage EIBs as needed
This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented Workday professional looking to contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking HR technology environment. The role is remote-first and offers flexibility autonomy and growth.
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Requirements
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years experience configuring Workday Compensation and Absence
Strong proficiency with Workday tools such as Report Writer Business Process Framework Calculated Fields and EIBs
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective communicator comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
Ability to lead discussions and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced project-driven environment
Preferred Experience:
Experience supporting global HR operations
Familiarity with other Workday modules or enterprise HRIS systems
Understanding of system architecture and integrations
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary and bonus potential
Equity opportunities
Health dental and vision benefits beginning on Day 1
5% 401(k) match
Additional perks including volunteer time off pet insurance and mental health resources
Supportive and inclusive culture with a mission-focused approach to innovation
Job Requirements: Candidates with 1-3 years of experience levels. Junior to seasoned professionals Bachelor s or Master s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of network security, encryption, authentication, and access control. Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanners. Hands-on experience with incident response, risk assessment, and forensic analysis is a plus. Good knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, etc.). Excellent spoken and written English communication skills, a must! Nice to have: Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH, or OSCP.
Education
Bachelors / Masters is preferred or the equivalent experience.
Employment Type
Full Time
