HR Systems Analyst (12 month FTC) (Workday)
The Francis Crick Institute£41k / yr
About the role
This onsite role is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover position supporting Workday HCM. You’ll provide day-to-day system support, maintain worker data and business processes, run audits, investigate issues, and support reporting, testing and process improvements. It suits someone with HCM ERP configuration experience, HR process knowledge, strong Excel and data skills, and an interest in building a specialist HR systems career. Previous Workday experience is advantageous but not essential.
Working pattern: This is a 12 month fixed-term, maternity cover position on Crick terms and conditions of employment.
Salary: From £41,000 with benefits, subject to skills and experience
About the role
We are looking for a resilient HR Systems Analyst who is eager to learn and develop their career in HR systems.
Joining us on a 12 month fixed-term contract (maternity cover), you will become part of a collaborative team responsible for supporting and developing our Workday HR system. Whilst previous experience of Workday would be advantageous, it is not essential. What is more important is a genuine interest in HR systems, strong attention to detail, and a desire to learn how technology can improve HR processes and services.
Working closely with colleagues across HR, Finance and IT, you will gain hands on experience in HR systems administration, data management, reporting, testing and process improvement. You will help maintain accurate employee data, support system configuration activities, assist with troubleshooting and testing, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the user experience for managers and employees.
This role would be ideal for someone currently working in HR, or in a similar role in another field who enjoys working with systems, data and processes, has a good foundation of HR knowledge, and is looking to take the next step towards a specialist career in HR systems.
What you will be doing
You will:
Workday System Administration and Support
Provide day-to-day support for the Workday HCM platform, responding to queries and resolving issues raised by People team colleagues, end users and managers
Support the maintenance of Workday business processes, organisational structures, supervisory organisations, scheduled processes and delegations
HR Data Managements and Reporting
Support the accuracy, integrity and consistency of worker data within Workday
Run regular data audits and validation checks, identifying discrepancies and work with relevant teams to resolve them
HR Process Improvement
Work with HR teams to understand existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency through Workday
Contribute to projects involving new Workday functionality, HR technology enhancements and process standardisation
Stakeholder Support and Collaboration
Work collaboratively with internal teams and external support partners where required to resolve issues and deliver improvements
About you
You will have:
Relevant experience in Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP) configuration across Human Capital Management (HCM)
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate, high-quality data communication skills and good attention to detail
A good understanding of HR best practice and core HR processes such as employee lifecycle management
Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues and identify practical solutions
Confidence using Excel and working with data, spreadsheets and reports
Experience in reporting and analysing People data using Excel and/or other data analysis and reporting tools
Experience supporting Workday HCM modules or business processes, such as Core HCM, Absence, Talent, Recruiting, Learning or Compensation (desirable)
Minimum criteria
What will you receive?
At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:
Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
Health & Well-being:
24/7 GP consultation services.
Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
Work-Life Balance:
Back-up care for dependents.
Childcare support allowance.
Annual leave purchase options.
Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
Perks:
Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.
Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed.