Workday HCM Lead Analyst

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   WPP is embarking on a major 3-year transformation to simplify, modernise, and unify its technology platforms across the group. This change is critical to: * Enable cost-effective transformation and operational efficiency * Accelerate adoption of AI, data, and digital platforms * Ensure consistent delivery of value and benefits across all agencies and markets * Minimise disruption and maximise engagement during large-scale change Workday is a cornerstone of this transformation, providing a single, modern system of record for people data and for driving efficiency through our operations and finance functions. By standardising core processes, improving data quality and enabling better insights, Workday supports consistent ways of working, stronger governance and future‑ready capabilities, while creating the foundation for scalable change, automation and AI‑enabled decision making across WPP.   Why we're hiring: We are looking for a Workday HCM Consultant with core HCM and absence/time tracking experience to join the Workday Services Team providing post go-live support. Reporting to the Workday Services HCM Product Manager, the purpose of the role is to deliver high-quality advice and support across Workday HCM. This will include diagnosis and resolution of issues raised by colleagues, create and maintain organizations & structures, configuration across core HCM, absence, compensation and organizations. This is an exciting and varied role in a dynamic team where you will work with the wider Workday Services Team to provide a world class level of Workday support and development on a day-to-day basis. You will also work with the WPP Workday implementation team and People teams to understand, improve and deliver an efficient and effective solution.   What you'll be doing: * Manage complex change requests, establish the underlying problem, propose options and fully document the solution * Diagnose and resolve core HCM, absence, compensation and Time Tracking issues raised by the business * Support global merger activities and deployments * Manage tickets from assignment, including P1 or P2 incidents, taking to production, keeping the requestor informed at all times * Provide guidance to our team of analysts when troubleshooting complex issues * Professionally manage escalations should they occur and communicating with senior stakeholders * Provide functional expertise and guidance to our People Teams * Accountable for maintaining up-to-date process documentation * Safeguard global standards and principles against competing requests and priorities * Participate in testing activities as required * Proactively identify opportunities to extend and improve our Workday usage * Maintain expertise on data standards/functionality/features/capabilities in Workday and technology trends   Who you'll be working with: The Workday HCM Consultant will report to the Workday HCM Product Manager and will liaise with the global Workday Services team.   What you'll need: * Five years’ Workday experience across Workday HCM including absence, time tracking, recruitment and talent, preferably in a global organisation * Ability to identify opportunities to extend Workday usage to meet business requirements * able to challenge stakeholders to fully understand a requirement * Take ownership of queries and successfully resolve * Experience of using ServiceNow or similar service management software * Effective team player and experience of working with others to achieve a common goal * Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and confident communicator across all mediums * Ability to deliver to deadlines and prioritise effectively * Experience of improving ways of working and processes * Knowledge and experience of cross functional working on both HR and finance processes an advantage   Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Remote We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   WPP is embarking on a major 3-year transformation to simplify, modernise, and unify its technology platforms across the group. This change is critical to: * Enable cost-effective transformation and operational efficiency * Accelerate adoption of AI, data, and digital platforms * Ensure consistent delivery of value and benefits across all agencies and markets * Minimise disruption and maximise engagement during large-scale change Workday is a cornerstone of this transformation, providing a single, modern system of record for people data and for driving efficiency through our operations and finance functions. By standardising core processes, improving data quality and enabling better insights, Workday supports consistent ways of working, stronger governance and future‑ready capabilities, while creating the foundation for scalable change, automation and AI‑enabled decision making across WPP. Why we're hiring: We are looking for a Workday HCM Analyst with core HCM and absence/time tracking experience to join the Workday Services Team providing post go-live support. Reporting to the Workday Services HCM Lead Analyst, the purpose of the role is to deliver high-quality advice and support across Workday HCM. This will include diagnosis and resolution of issues raised by colleagues, create and maintain organizations & structures, configuration across core HCM, absence, compensation and organizations. This is an exciting and varied role in a dynamic team where you will work with the wider Workday Services Team to provide a world class level of Workday support and development on a day-to-day basis. You will also work with the WPP Workday implementation team and People teams to understand, improve and deliver an efficient and effective solution.   What you'll be doing: * Diagnose and resolve core HCM, absence, compensation and time tracking issues raised by the business * Support data requests and maintenance including rescind, correct and EIBs * Manage tickets from assignment, including P1 or P2 incidents, taking to production, and keeping the requestor informed at all times * Provide functional expertise and guidance to our People teams * Accountable for maintaining up-to-date process documentation * Safeguard global standards and principles against competing requests and priorities * Participate in testing activities as required * Provide creative solutioning for enhancements to our Workday deployment * Maintain expertise on data standards/functionality/features/capabilities in Workday and technology trends What you'll need: * Certified or experienced in Workday core HCM/absence/time tracking/compensation * Takes ownership of queries and successfully resolves * Experience of using Jira, ServiceNow or similar service management software * Effective team player and experience of working with others to achieve a common goal * Excellent listening and communication skills * Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and confident communicator across all mediums * Ability to deliver to deadlines and prioritise effectively * Experience of improving ways of working and processes * Knowledge and experience of cross functional working on both HR and finance processes an advantage   Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid  We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

Stripe

WHO WE ARE ABOUT STRIPE Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career. ABOUT THE TEAM The People Systems team sits at the intersection of technology and human experience. We are internal consultants who turn ambiguity into scale. Part of the People Solutions org, we partner with Corporate Technology, Finance, and the wider People team including Talent and Total Rewards to build a world-class employee experience. We are a "strategy-first, quality-execution-always" team that values technical rigor, nimble problem-solving, and a deep empathy for the Stripes we serve. WHAT YOU’LL DO As a Senior People Systems Analyst, you'll be a technical anchor for our Workday ecosystem. This role isn't just about maintenance. It's about architecting the future of our People data. You'll own the technical health of our HCM, Compensation, and Prism environments, balancing critical KLTO (Keep Lights On) operations with high-impact strategic projects.   Beyond core Workday, you'll act as a bridge to our broader tech stack, supporting and optimizing HRIS tools built on top of Workday to ensure a seamless data flow and a unified user experience.   You'll play a pivotal role during high-pressure cycles like Annual Total Rewards (ATR), acting as a bridge between complex technical requirements and the urgent needs of our Compensation stakeholders. RESPONSIBILITIES * Architect and Execute: Lead the technical configuration for annual cycles (ATR and Comp Planning), driving technical requirements, implementation, testing, and deployment to ensure a frictionless user experience.  * High-Pressure Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary technical partner for the Compensation team. You'll navigate high-stakes environments with composure, translating urgent business needs into scalable Workday solutions.  * Collaborative Escalation: Actively contribute to our supportive team culture by sharing knowledge and assisting peers. You must demonstrate the judgment to escalate risks and roadblocks timely, ensuring that "pressure" doesn't become "blockage."  * System Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the primary expert and point-of-contact for day-to-day support of Workday HCM and Compensation, managing business processes, integrations, reporting, and dashboards to ensure consistent, high-quality operations.  * Data Orchestration: Leverage Workday Prism to ingest, transform, and report on high-volume data sets, providing leadership with actionable insights.  * Document Engineering: Design and maintain professional, pixel-perfect compensation and stock statements using BIRT or Workday docs.  * Strategic Roadmapping: Work alongside People Solutions to drive product-led strategic projects from discovery to deployment, ensuring our Workday footprint evolves ahead of the growth of Stripe.  * Operational Excellence: Manage KLTO work with high precision, serving as the Tier 3 expert for HCM, Advanced Comp, and Security.  * Compliance and Governance: Maintain a rigorous posture on SOX compliance and Workday security model integrity.  * Stakeholder Diplomacy: Partner with the wider Solutions team and our stakeholders to translate complex business needs into scalable technical requirements, setting clear expectations and managing project timelines.   WHO YOU ARE We're looking for a seasoned systems professional who thrives in high-growth environments with a passion to optimize Workday. We're looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS * Experience: 5+ years in HRIS and People Systems, with at least 3+ years of deep configuration experience in the Workday HCM, Reporting, and Advanced Compensation modules, including Merit, Bonus, and Stock impacting compensation review processes.  * Data Discretion: Proven experience working with highly confidential information and supporting critical business operations and processes.  * Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to set clear expectations with senior stakeholders and the confidence to escalate issues when necessary.  * Technical Tooling: Proven expertise in Workday Prism Analytics, EIB, and BIRT (Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools).  * Cycle Leadership: Successful track record leading the technical backend of Annual Comp and Performance cycles in a medium-to-large global enterprise.  * Reporting Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Matrix and Composite reporting. You understand how to tell a story with data.  * Project Ownership: Ability to lead cross-functional projects, navigating ambiguity and high-pressure timelines with a sense of urgency.  * Academic: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Certified Expert: Workday certifications in Advanced Compensation or Prism.  * Integrations Knowledge: Understanding of EIBs, Studio, or Core Connectors to support data flow between Workday and third-party vendors.  * Stripe Culture Fit: You're a humble individual who loves adding organization to chaos.