Job Description:
Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a Sr. Analyst, Human Resources Technology to join our HRIS team in Newport Beach, CA or Omaha, NE. This role is hybrid. We will also consider fully remote for the right candidate.
As the Sr. Analyst, HR Technology, you’ll play a key role in Pacific Life’s growth and long-term success by providing support and administration for Workday and the HR technology portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HR processes and data management, exceptional analytical skills, and an eye for detail. As a Sr. HRIS Analyst, you will play a crucial role in optimizing HR system functionality through continuous process improvement, automation, or other system enhancements to deliver an excellent and efficient end-user experience.
How you’ll help move us forward:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data in, ensuring the smooth functioning of the Workday platform and HR technology landscape while providing support to the global HR team as needed.
- Leads requirements gathering, design, build, test, and deployment of new functionality or modules. Understands the importance of change management to facilitate the transition to new technology and processes.
- Document requirements, perform configuration, draft test plans and user acceptance criteria.
- Help us to leverage Workday capabilities throughout our expanding global enterprise.
- Deploy new Workday features and functions. Collaborate with our HR team in a journey of continuous implementation, optimization, and adoption.
- Participate in functional technology audits with internal/external auditors or other stakeholders.
- Assist COE leaders with the configuration and support of annual HR programs (e.g., Annual Compensation Review, Performance Reviews, Talent Reviews, and Annual Enrollment).
- Stay up to date with the external technology landscape by participating in Workday Community and other forums to identify new and emerging technologies, as well as opportunities for automation and technology optimization to improve overall usability of the system.
- Performs research into problems, identifying opportunities to correct the situation, and seeks opinions and feedback on suggested solutions. Uses a consultative approach and looks beyond the surface to ensure the solution will fix the problem.
- Effectively partners with teams such as HR, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Total Rewards, Payroll, Finance, IT, and others to provide support for requests such as enhancements, defects, and new functionality.
- Participates in bi-annual Workday releases by reviewing release notes, educating end users on new functionality, making recommendations on functionality to deploy, conducting new functionality and regression testing.
The experience you bring:
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, or another related field.
- 8+ years of experience in HR technology, within high-growth and/or significant transformation environments.
- Experience managing large-scale HR technology system administration in a global environment, with specific experience in Workday HCM and other modules such as Timekeeping, Absence, Payroll, and Recruiting.
- Strong understanding of Workday design, structure, functions and processes, and experience with database tools.
- Proven project management capabilities including planning, organizational skills, effective time management and a growth mindset.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
You can be who you are.
People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.
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Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$131,040.00 - $160,160.00
Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
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Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
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Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
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Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
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Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.
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What We Do
For more than 150 years, Pacific Life has helped millions of individuals and families with their financial needs through a wide range of life insurance products, annuities, and mutual funds, and offers a variety of investment products and services to individuals, businesses, and pension plans. Whether your goal is to protect loved ones or grow your assets for retirement, Pacific Life offers innovative products and services that provide value and financial security for current and future generations. Pacific Life counts more than half of the 100 largest U.S. companies as its clients and has been named one of the 2022 World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. For additional company information, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.PacificLife.com.
Pacific Life refers to Pacific Life Insurance Company and its affiliates, including Pacific Life & Annuity Company. Client count as of June 2022 is compiled by Pacific Life using the 2022 FORTUNE 500® list.
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