Workday Configuration Analyst
Location: Remote (U.S. based only)
Job Type: Contract 6 Months
Start Date: November 17 2025
Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday (East Coast hours)
Job Overview
We are seeking a Workday Configuration Analyst to lead the implementation of data purge and retention processes as part of a critical Records Retention Policy remediation initiative. This role requires a skilled professional with deep Workday HCM expertise who can design configure test and deploy system functionality to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements by April 2027.
Responsibilities
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Configure and manage Workday processes related to data retention and purging.
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Design and implement Workday Purge functionality including post-purge breadcrumb strategy to retain minimal employee data remnants.
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Ensure system compliance with Records Retention Policy and audit requirements.
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Collaborate with Systems & Data Compliance Analyst to translate audit findings into actionable system changes.
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Partner with HR and IT stakeholders to test and deploy system updates.
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Document configuration changes and maintain audit traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
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Participate in project meetings and provide regular status updates to leads and managers.
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Follow established procedures and escalate issues appropriately when needed.
Required Qualifications
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Detailed knowledge of Workday HCM and Reporting is required.
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Strong analytical thinking and documentation skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
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Comfortable working in structured fast-paced cross-functional environments.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with Workday Purge functionality is a significant plus.
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Familiarity with Workday Extend is highly desirable.
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Experience with Records Retention and Destruction concepts preferred.
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Candidates willing to work onsite at King of Prussia PA office are a plus.
Work Environment
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100% remote work arrangement for U.S.-based candidates.
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Must be available to work East Coast business hours.
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Occasional onsite collaboration at King of Prussia PA office is beneficial.
Workday Configuration Analyst Location: Remote (U.S. based only) Job Type: Contract 6 Months Start Date: November 17 2025 Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday (East Coast hours) Job Overview We are seeking a Workday Configuration Analyst to lead the implementation of data purge and retentio...
Workday Configuration Analyst
Location: Remote (U.S. based only)
Job Type: Contract 6 Months
Start Date: November 17 2025
Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday (East Coast hours)
Job Overview
We are seeking a Workday Configuration Analyst to lead the implementation of data purge and retention processes as part of a critical Records Retention Policy remediation initiative. This role requires a skilled professional with deep Workday HCM expertise who can design configure test and deploy system functionality to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements by April 2027.
Responsibilities
-
Configure and manage Workday processes related to data retention and purging.
-
Design and implement Workday Purge functionality including post-purge breadcrumb strategy to retain minimal employee data remnants.
-
Ensure system compliance with Records Retention Policy and audit requirements.
-
Collaborate with Systems & Data Compliance Analyst to translate audit findings into actionable system changes.
-
Partner with HR and IT stakeholders to test and deploy system updates.
-
Document configuration changes and maintain audit traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
-
Participate in project meetings and provide regular status updates to leads and managers.
-
Follow established procedures and escalate issues appropriately when needed.
Required Qualifications
-
Detailed knowledge of Workday HCM and Reporting is required.
-
Strong analytical thinking and documentation skills.
-
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
-
Comfortable working in structured fast-paced cross-functional environments.
Preferred Qualifications
-
Experience with Workday Purge functionality is a significant plus.
-
Familiarity with Workday Extend is highly desirable.
-
Experience with Records Retention and Destruction concepts preferred.
-
Candidates willing to work onsite at King of Prussia PA office are a plus.
Work Environment
-
100% remote work arrangement for U.S.-based candidates.
-
Must be available to work East Coast business hours.
-
Occasional onsite collaboration at King of Prussia PA office is beneficial.
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