Workday Functional Specialist/Senior Specialist

Overview

Workday Functional Specialist/Senior Specialist (Advanced Compensation Module, Bangkok-based, relocation provided) at Agoda. This role drives projects and implements Workday solutions at scale to simplify work, automate tasks, and optimize business processes. This role will ensure service delivery excellence and timely resolution of system escalations and day-to-day issues, manage the HRIS Operations Team's work plan and prioritization, look after regular system upgrades and enhancements, and partner with stakeholders across the department to drive continuous improvements that add value to the business.

Responsibilities

• Drive People Technology projects and identify tech innovations and continuous improvements to meet business needs, simplify work and improve employee experience
• Build simple to complex reports, integrations or automated solutions using Workday and other tools with other platforms such as Zendesk, Greenhouse, Oracle and others
• Support, enhance and/or optimize existing automated solutions and processes by solving technical issues
• Partner closely with key business stakeholders to assess and address overall technology needs and align on priorities, timelines, issue resolution, testing and deployment plans
• Explore out-of the-box solutions to solve complex business problems and address system limitations
• Implement and test major system enhancements
• Collaborate with our solutions team to design and implement custom applications
• Skill up / coach more junior members of the team
• Lead system-related trainings for Agoda employees and end-users across the People Team

What You'll Need To Succeed

• At least 3 years of solid HRIS experience (Workday experience required)
• Has functional knowledge in several areas (Core HCM, Advance Compensation, Talent, Learning, Recruiting)
• Must have experience in Workday Advance Compensation Modules
• Has strong knowledge in Workday Core HCM and other key areas (Business Processes, Reporting, Security and other system configuration)
• Has strong experience in systems implementation and/or systems integrations
• Has strong project management skills
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations
• Ability to understand and explain key HRIS issues and address stakeholder requirements
• Ability to leverage data to plan next steps
• Familiar with agile methodology
• Has good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English required

It's Great If You Have

• Cloud-based HR applications experience preferred; Workday Talent and Performance, Zendesk, Greenhouse, Bridge experience a plus
• Experience in report writing, BI and analytics tools
• Presentation workshop facilitation
• Possesses a global perspective and experience working with diverse cultures
• Resilient, self-motivated, results-oriented and has a great sense of ownership
• Collaborative and resourceful
• Able to move fast, adapt to changes
• Critical thinking

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Disclaimer
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