Senior Employee Services Specialist
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.At CNA we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
This role offers an opportunity to be at the center of the employee experience by supporting employees and managers across the business resolving HR inquiries managing casework and helping ensure employee lifecycle events are handled accurately and consistently.As an experienced employee support resource this role performs standard HR Shared Services functions provides Tier 2 support for more complex or escalated matters and partners closely with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) HR stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver timely practical and consistent service throughout the department.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
Serves as a case solver within the Employee Services Workday Help case management model researching documenting and resolving inquiries in alignment with service standards.
Provides Tier 2 enhanced support for escalated HR inquiries complex employee matters and process exceptions applying sound judgment and policy knowledge to determine resolution paths.
Administers employee master data and processes employee lifecycle changes in Workday HRIS including new hires terminations promotions level changes and transfers.
Ensures accurate timely and compliant HR data processing by validating documentation approvals and system updates.
Partners with HR stakeholders business leaders and cross-functional teams to resolve issues assess needs and support a consistent employee experience.
Contributes to process improvement initiatives standard operating procedures and HR projects that enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.
Researches HR trends prepares ad hoc reporting and identifies data inconsistencies or opportunities for improved data integrity.
Supports training knowledge sharing and peer coaching to promote consistent processes and team capability.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Skills Knowledge & Abilities
Strong HR operations case management and employee service mindset with the ability to resolve issues accurately and efficiently.
Proficiency with HR systems and business applications preferably Workday and Dayforce with the ability to research process and troubleshoot transactions.
Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools or capabilities to improve efficiency enhance service delivery and support data-informed HR operations.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills including the ability to assess root cause evaluate risk and recommend practical solutions.
Ability to serve as a trusted thought partner to stakeholders by asking effective questions anticipating needs and providing sound guidance.
Working knowledge of HR policies practices procedures and compliance expectations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across all levels.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of two years of experience in Human Resources HR Operations Employee Services Shared Services or a customer service-focused environment.
Experience with HR case management Tier 2 support employee data changes or lifecycle transaction processing strongly preferred.
Experience using HR systems preferably Workday and Dayforce preferred.
Experience in supporting Payroll Benefits & Employee Lifecycle inquiries preferred.
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About Company
CNA provides insurance solutions to more than 1 million businesses and professionals worldwide. With more than 100 years of industry experience, CNA has earned a reputation as one of the most trusted commercial insurance companies in the business. We’re a powerful legacy built on expe ... View more