HR Transformation Lead (US Shift) -SAAS -CTC upto 50 LPA

Job Description:-

Define, execute and champion the long-term HR technology product vision with a focus on the entire employee lifecycle.

Develop and manage the product roadmap for People systems, prioritizing high value initiatives that are aligned with organizational goals.

Lead the transition from manual HRIS configuration to AI-augmented systems, prioritizing "lights-out" automation for repetitive HCM tasks.

Partner with People Business Partners, IT, Talent Acquisition and business leaders to understand needs, pain points, and improvement opportunities.

Translate complex business requirements and user needs into technical specifications and configured system solutions.

Manage assigned People system projects including facilitating cross-functional collaboration, to ensure deadlines are met, deliverables are high-quality, and proper change management protocols are followed.

Champion AI literacy across the People team, mentoring HRIS analysts on how to use tools like ChatGPT or Claude to automate documentation and confi guration testing.

Confiugure, test, and maintain all functional modules of Workday, including Core HCM, Benefi ts, Compensation, Talent Management, Payroll interface, and Absence Management.

Manage the configuration and support of system integrations with third-party vendors and internal systems, ensuring seamless and accurate data flow.

Lead testing efforts, including user acceptance testing (UAT) across all modules), to ensure solutions meet business needs.

Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive system documentation, including confi guration guides, process flows, user manuals, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support system adoption and change management.

Act as an escalation point for complex system issues, troubleshooting problems, identifying root causes, and implementing sustainable solutions.

Utilize automated auditing tools to maintain global compliance (GDPR/CCPA), ensuring our security fabric scales at the "speed of software."

Collaborate with People Team and business leaders to provide data-driven insights that support strategic workforce planning and decision-making.

Candidate profile:-

Bachelors degree in HR, Information Systems, Business, or related fi eld.

8+ years of experience in HR technology, HRIS, or HR Product management.

Expert-level Workday skills PLUS proven AI Curiosity; an early adopter of AI tools to enhance personal and system productivity.

Experience with API integrations with other People systems (e.g. Workday, Greenhouse, Cultureamp, 360 Learning, Lattice, Qlik)

Demonstrated ability to "Work the Problem" by leveraging low-code/no-code automation or APIs to bridge gaps between platforms.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences and business needs into technical requirements.

Experience supporting high-growth SaaS environments where you were measured by automation ROIand business outcomes.

Strong interpersonal and consulting skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of the organization and external vendors.

NOTE:- Hands on experience in Workday HRMS is mandatory