Junior Workday HCM Configuration Specialist

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering a comprehensive understanding of consumer buying behavior and advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms. In 2023, NIQ merged with GfK, combining the strengths of two industry leaders with global reach. NIQ operates in over 100 markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population, and is an Advent International portfolio company.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience supporting Workday HCM.
• Hands-on experience with Workday configuration and business process management.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and employee lifecycle management.
• Experience creating custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards.
• Knowledge of Workday security configuration.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Workday Administration & Support:

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for Workday HCM and related modules.
• Configure and maintain Workday business processes, organizational structures, security roles, and system settings.
• Manage system updates, enhancements, and feature releases.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Workday-related issues in a timely manner.
• Provide ongoing system support to HR, managers, and employees.

Configuration & Optimization:

• Configure and maintain Core HCM, Staffing Models, Job Profiles, Organizations, Positions, Supervisory Organizations, and Compensation structures.
• Evaluate existing processes and recommend system improvements and automation opportunities.
• Participate in Workday implementation, optimization, and transformation projects.

Testing & Release Management:

• Review Workday biannual releases and assess business impact.
• Create and execute unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT) plans.
• Coordinate deployment of system enhancements and new functionality.
• Document configuration changes and testing results.