Senior Workday Analyst
Fticonsulting · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About the Role
The Senior Workday Analyst is responsible for the configuration, support, and continuous improvement of the Workday HCM suite, including Core HR, Recruiting, Absence, Benefits, Compensation, Performance, and Learning. This role combines functional expertise across these modules with a collaborative approach to deliver high-quality HR technology solutions. The ideal candidate works independently with strong attention to detail, anticipates client and stakeholder needs, and actively contributes to team and departmental initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Recognized functional expertise across the Workday HCM suite and a commitment to ongoing skill development
- Proven ability to work independently, draw conclusions from analysis, and present well-organized recommendations
- Strong communication skills with a focus on keeping stakeholders informed and moving discussions forward
What You’ll Do
- Serve as a functional subject matter expert for the Workday HCM suite (Core HR, Recruiting, Absence, Benefits, Compensation, Performance, and Learning), partnering with HR, HRIS, and Centers of Excellence to provide guidance on configuration best practices and process optimization
- Act as Tier 1 support across the suite, troubleshooting issues, resolving system errors, analyzing process flaws, and managing routine operational activities to ensure smooth system performance
- Configure and maintain business processes, security, and integrations across modules, including cross-module dependencies such as hire-to-onboard, absence-to-pay, and compensation-to-performance workflows
- Work independently to analyze current state solutions, identify issues, and generate ideas to improve processes and address stakeholder needs
- Support Workday implementation and enhancement activities by coordinating deliverables, tracking milestones, and ensuring quality of work products
- Anticipate and respond to the needs of internal clients and stakeholders, proactively sharing relevant information with the team
- Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior team members, helping them understand the broader context of HR technology decisions
- Contribute to and, where appropriate, lead portions of department projects or process improvement initiatives
- Complete continuing education to maintain and grow Workday domain knowledge across modules, including relevant certifications
- Collaborate with the HRIS team to support HR technology and business process initiatives, contributing points that move discussions forward
- Assist in managing relationships with third-party partner solutions (e.g., First Advantage, Paradox, Avature, HR Acuity)
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
What You Will Need To Succeed
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field (Information Systems, HR, Business Administration, or similar)
- 3+ years of experience in HR Systems / HR Operations roles
- Hands-on experience configuring Workday across multiple modules, ideally including Core HR and at least two of: Security, Recruiting, Absence, Benefits, Compensation, Performance, or Learning
- Experience and understanding of how to test configuration before deploying, reporting capability sufficient to underpin that testing.
- Knowledge of the Workday HCM suite, including system architecture, configuration, business process framework, security, and integration capabilities
- Ability to travel to FTI office(s) as needed
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position will not sponsor applicants for work visas
- Ability to manage and troubleshoot cross-functional Workday issues across modules
- Effective communication skills and ability to work at all levels of the organization
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a global professional services or consulting environment
- Workday certifications across the HCM/Technical suite (e.g. Core HCM, Recruiting, Absence, Benefits, Compensation, Performance, Learning, Reporting, EIB/Cloud Connector, Studio)
- Experience developing and maintaining outbound EIBs, Cloud Connectors, and or Studio/Orchestrate
- Strong background in HR process optimization and automation
- Knowledge of additional HR technologies and integration platforms
- Experience working in a matrix organization with multiple stakeholders
- Track record of building and maintaining strong cross-functional relationships
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FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Compensation
Minimum Pay: $90,500
Maximum Pay: $155,000
Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.
Supporting your total wellbeing is a year-round commitment at FTI. We provide a market-competitive benefits package and wellbeing resources to help you and your family thrive physically, emotionally, financially, and personally, including healthcare coverage, retirement savings, paid leave, family support, and financial protection benefits.