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Senior Human Resources Technology Analyst

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Discover

Senior Human Resources Technology Analyst

Riverwoods, IL

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

What You'll Do

  • Responsible for understanding core HR business processes and supporting and maintaining core HR systems that deliver those processes.
  • Serves as a functional/technical support point-of-contact for assigned functional areas and assists subject matter experts with ensuring data integrity, testing of system changes, report writing and analyzing process and data flows for process improvement opportunities. Support subject matter experts to identify domains while driving some decentralized projects, supporting system upgrades, testing and other data management and integration activities as assigned.
  • Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.

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How You'll Do It

  • The Senior HR Tech Analyst will play a vital role in supporting Discover's Recruiting & Onboarding business processes by leveraging their expertise in Workday and related HR technologies.
  • Provides day-to-day operations support for systems including, researching and resolving systems issues, unexpected results, or process flaws, performing scheduled activities, and recommending solutions or alternate methods to meet business requirements
  • Partners with configuration partner, BT and third party consultants as need be, in developing and deploying of configuration changes and/or data interfaces/systems integration. Documents requirements and testing according to set documentation.
  • Assists in the review, testing, and implementation of system upgrades or patches. Collaborate with functional and technical staff to coordinate application of upgrades or system fixes. Maintains system core setup values. Documents processes and results. Design and develop and/or edit user procedures, guidelines and documentation to support change management.
  • Recommends process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established practice that must be approved by appropriate leadership prior to implementation.
  • Maintains awareness of current trends in HRMS with a focus on product and service development, delivery and support, and applying key technologies. Examine trends in information systems training, materials and techniques. Through classes, training, and use of collaborative tools at work, cloud communities, continuously increase both HR knowledge and HR Technology application/tools knowledge.

Qualifications You'll Need
The Basics

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Human Resources or related
  • 4+ years in Human Capital Management Systems
  • In lieu of education, 6+ years in Human Capital Management Systems

Physical and Cognitive Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

  • Primarily remain in a stationary position.
  • No required movement about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
  • Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
  • Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
  • Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form.
  • Travel up to 10% of the time.

Bonus Points If You Have

  • Human Capital Management Systems Certification
  • Workday partner or Pro Certification strongly desired
  • Must be able to communicate - both verbal and written - for direct consultation with customers at all levels in the organization to define requirements, design solutions, test and implement to meet the business need.
  • EIBs and Calculated fields experience preferred
  • Experience using Agile scrum methodology
  • Experience using Service Now and or Jira application
  • 1+ years with configuration knowledge of 1 or more Workday modules including: Recruiting, Time & Attendance, Security, Performance & Talent Management, HCM, Advance Comp, and Payroll.
  • 2+ years with advanced excel experience

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Nov-30-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $67,000.00 to $113,000.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
  • STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
  • Recognition Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Family Support Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email HireAccommodation@discover.com. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.

Client-provided location(s): Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA
Job ID: Discover-R42265
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses