HRIS Analyst, Workday

Department: Human Resources

About Us:

Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States.  A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.

The HRIS Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert on business process configuration, security, reporting, and integration development.  The individual selected will possess strong business analysis, development, and critical thinking skills with highly efficient problem-solving skills.  This position will play a role in implementing Workday initiatives; support upgrades and user acceptance testing, and provide other technical and process-related support as assigned. This position is part of the HRIS team and is expected to work in a collaborative environment with all functional areas of the Human Resources and Payroll departments. This is a remote position.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm’s executive leadership.

• Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.

• Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.

Your Role:

As an HRIS Analyst within our Human Resources team, you will:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on the Workday HCM solution, including reporting and integrations; providing support to all functional areas of the Human Resources and Payroll departments.

• Provide day to day technical support by investigating issues and delivering timely detailed solutions.

• Partner with HR business process owners and other subject matter experts to develop solutions leveraging Workday.

• Support, understand and troubleshoot all internal and cloud connect integrations, including EIBs.

• Provide and coordinate technical assistance during recurring annual projects including the firm’s open enrollment process, merit increases, bonus payments, and year-end projects.

What We’re Looking For:

• Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

• Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.

Required Experience:

A Bachelor's degree is preferred, along with a minimum of 3 years of Workday experience, particularly in configurations, business processes, data management, security architecture, and reporting, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment. Strong hands-on configuration experience required in Workday modules including Recruiting and Onboarding, HCM, Benefits, Time and Absence, Payroll, and Advanced Compensation.

Candidates need strong analytical skills to troubleshoot complex issues, and familiarity with reporting tools like SQL Reporting Services and Power BI is a plus. Proficiency in Excel and a solid understanding of HR processes and HRIS applications are preferred. A strong work ethic and the willingness to commit over 40 hours per week, along with regular attendance and flexibility in hours, are essential.

Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match; and a generous paid time off program.  Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program.  The salary range for this position is from $90,000 - $110,000 depending upon experience and location.

Ready to Grow with Us?

If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm’s success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.

At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

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