HRIS Analyst

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The position of HRIS Analyst will be responsible for providing functional and technical support on the use of HR applications. The primary focus of this position is the support the maintenance of the human resource management system (HRMS) in addition to other systems supported by the HRIS team. This position serves as a technical point of contact for assigned functional areas and assists subject matter experts with ensuring data integrity, testing of system changes, report writing and analyzing data flows for process improvement opportunities. The HRIS analyst also supports the HRMS upgrades, reporting, testing and other technical projects as assigned.

What You Will Do:

• Provide support for HRMS, including researching and resolving HRMS problems, unexpected results or process flaws; performing scheduled activities; recommending solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements.

• Write, maintain and support a variety of reports or queries using appropriate reporting tools. Assist in development of standard reports for ongoing customer needs. Help maintain data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data.

• Recommend process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy that must be approved by appropriate leadership prior to implementation. Serve as a key liaison with third parties and other stakeholders (e.g. payroll). Use project management skills in managing projects. May provide overall project management for a given HR initiative.

• Provide functional and technical support, identify and troubleshoot system problems.  Ensure data integrity, testing of system changes, report writing and process improvement opportunities.

• Manage system access to ensure appropriate security procedures are in place, perform data audits.

• Perform analysis of HR functionality, recommend and develop process/customer service improvements and system enhancements to optimize the HR systems value.

• Participate in reviewing, planning, testing and implementing system upgrades.

• Maintain awareness of current trends in HR technology and understand statutory and regulatory requirements affecting HR, Benefits, Recruitment and Payroll systems.

• Participate in HRIS related projects as needed and other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 2+ years of Workday system experience with knowledge of Human Resources, and Benefits processes and policy.

• Experience and expertise with, Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Absence preferred.

• Expertise with Microsoft office products such as Word, Excel and Access.

• Requires excellent analytical skills with a demonstrated understanding of the concepts and issues unique to the management of HR data.

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

• Requires excellent analytical skills with a demonstrated understanding of the concepts and issues unique to the management of HR data.

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and ability to communicate with non-technical and technical personnel.

• Ability to provide excellent client service to system users and promote team collaboration.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement & Savings Plan

• Emergency back-up child and adult care

• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Employee recognition and reward programs

• Employee wellness and assistance programs

• Employee discounts and perks

​Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Please note: Various agencies of the United States government require employers to collect information on applicants and employees. The National Association of Law Placement (NALP) and certain clients request us to keep track of certain aggregate information regarding lawyers. EEO information requested on this application is for purposes of compliance with these recordkeeping and reporting requirements and to determine recruiting and employment patterns. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

This position is eligible for overtime: No

Target Salary Range: Boston $72,900 - $109,400 | Los Angeles $76,600 - $114,900 | New York $76,600 - $114,900 | Philadelphia $68,600 - $102,900 | San Francisco $81,700 - $122,500 | Santa Monica $76,600 - $114,900 | Silicon Valley $81,700 - $122,500 | Washington DC $72,900 - $109,400