FINRA
Overview
Associate Director, HR Technology leads the implementation, governance, and optimization of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), with a primary focus on Workday Human Capital Management. This role partners with HR COEs and Technology teams to design, implement, and manage HR technology platforms while ensuring data integrity, system scalability, and regulatory compliance. The Associate Director acts as a liaison between the business stakeholders and the product and engineering team to develop a shared understanding of the business needs, translate those needs into system requirements, and serves as the subject matter expert on technology capabilities supporting HR functions. In addition, this role contributes toward the vision and strategy for the Human Capital Management product areas, investigates new capabilities, and contributes to product implementation.
Essential Job Functions Functional Management
Oversee the maintenance, optimization, and configuration of Workday and other HRIS platforms.
Serve as an expert on Workday functionality and available features across multiple business processes and systems.
Analyze business processes and needs to determine the most effective Workday technology solutions.
Partner with product and engineering teams to configure applications and lead hands-on UAT testing of complex solutions.
Stay abreast of HRIS system strategic roadmaps, industry trends, and activities through external networks and education.
Provide input into product vision, roadmap, and define/prioritize short- to medium-term goals and execute on these.
Drive continuous improvements based on user feedback and evolving best practices.
Data Governance and Continuous Improvement
Establish governance frameworks for HR systems, including business process standards, data standards, and ownership.
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of HR data across all systems; lead data cleansing initiatives and implement data audits.
Provide advanced reporting and analytics support using Workday and third-party reporting tools to support business decision making.
Identify opportunities for process automation, standardization, and reduction of manual efforts.
Investigate and address data and functional questions.
Training and Change Management
Lead change management efforts for HR technology initiatives, including communication, training, and adoption strategies.
Develop training programs and oversee development of materials; conduct demos to stakeholders.
Ensure end-user support processes, documentation, and knowledge resources are effective and scalable.
Manage vendor relationships and lead vendor evaluation and selection processes.
Collaborate with multiple functional areas within HR to align priorities and resources to ensure goals and objectives are met.
Mentor less-senior analysts and contribute to cross-training among team members.
Additional Responsibilities
Demonstrate FINRA’s values.
Collaborate, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA’s mission of investor protection and market integrity.
Education/ Experience Requirements Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience
5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: product management, project management, business analysis, program management, software engineering
5+ years hands-on configuration experience with Workday HCM core modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits) and at least one of: Recruiting, Talent, Performance.
Experience managing people and cross-functional teams, programs, and initiatives.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with business stakeholders at all levels
Strong writing ability, including strong technical writing ability for system documentation, business requirements, and user training materials.
Strong business acumen
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Experience translating data into quantifiable actions/deliverables
Experience with Agile software development
Experience working cross-functionally in a large organization
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in business administration or similar advanced degree
Workday Pro Certifications in HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Talent and Performance
Experience with HR analytics and reporting tools
Experience in the financial services industry
Experience providing guidance and direction to cross-functional resources
Working Conditions
Hybrid work environment, with defined in-person presence requirements.
Extended hours may be required.
For work that is performed in CO, FL, TX, IL, PA, MA, MD, VA, Washington, DC, NY and NJ, salary ranges are provided and based on location, skill, experience, and market considerations.
MA/MD/VA/Washington, DC: Minimum Salary $128,000, Maximum Salary $232,500. Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. FINRA provides full pay ranges to reflect growth potential.
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To be considered for this position, please submit an application. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work of the position and is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.
Please note:
If the “Apply Now” button on a job board posting does not take you directly to the FINRA Careers site, enter www.finra.org/careers into your browser to reach our site directly.
FINRA strives to make our career site accessible to all users. If you need a disability-related accommodation for completing the application process, please contact FINRA's Employee Relations team at 240.386.4865 or by email at EmployeeRelations@finra.org. This process is exclusively for inquiries regarding application accommodations.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay. FINRA provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability, and other benefits, plus a 401(k) plan with company match and other programs for wellness and professional development.
Time Off and Paid Leave: FINRA offers a generous time-off program and holidays, plus other leave options described in policy.
Important Information
FINRA’s Code of Conduct requires financial disclosures related to investments. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. FINRA adheres to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
©2025 FINRA. All rights reserved. FINRA is a registered trademark of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.
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Essential Job Functions Functional Management
Oversee the maintenance, optimization, and configuration of Workday and other HRIS platforms.
Serve as an expert on Workday functionality and available features across multiple business processes and systems.
Analyze business processes and needs to determine the most effective Workday technology solutions.
Partner with product and engineering teams to configure applications and lead hands-on UAT testing of complex solutions.
Stay abreast of HRIS system strategic roadmaps, industry trends, and activities through external networks and education.
Provide input into product vision, roadmap, and define/prioritize short- to medium-term goals and execute on these.
Drive continuous improvements based on user feedback and evolving best practices.
Data Governance and Continuous Improvement
Establish governance frameworks for HR systems, including business process standards, data standards, and ownership.
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of HR data across all systems; lead data cleansing initiatives and implement data audits.
Provide advanced reporting and analytics support using Workday and third-party reporting tools to support business decision making.
Identify opportunities for process automation, standardization, and reduction of manual efforts.
Investigate and address data and functional questions.
Training and Change Management
Lead change management efforts for HR technology initiatives, including communication, training, and adoption strategies.
Develop training programs and oversee development of materials; conduct demos to stakeholders.
Ensure end-user support processes, documentation, and knowledge resources are effective and scalable.
Manage vendor relationships and lead vendor evaluation and selection processes.
Collaborate with multiple functional areas within HR to align priorities and resources to ensure goals and objectives are met.
Mentor less-senior analysts and contribute to cross-training among team members.
Additional Responsibilities
Demonstrate FINRA’s values.
Collaborate, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA’s mission of investor protection and market integrity.
Education/ Experience Requirements Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience
5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: product management, project management, business analysis, program management, software engineering
5+ years hands-on configuration experience with Workday HCM core modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits) and at least one of: Recruiting, Talent, Performance.
Experience managing people and cross-functional teams, programs, and initiatives.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with business stakeholders at all levels
Strong writing ability, including strong technical writing ability for system documentation, business requirements, and user training materials.
Strong business acumen
Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Experience translating data into quantifiable actions/deliverables
Experience with Agile software development
Experience working cross-functionally in a large organization
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in business administration or similar advanced degree
Workday Pro Certifications in HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Talent and Performance
Experience with HR analytics and reporting tools
Experience in the financial services industry
Experience providing guidance and direction to cross-functional resources
Working Conditions
Hybrid work environment, with defined in-person presence requirements.
Extended hours may be required.
For work that is performed in CO, FL, TX, IL, PA, MA, MD, VA, Washington, DC, NY and NJ, salary ranges are provided and based on location, skill, experience, and market considerations.
MA/MD/VA/Washington, DC: Minimum Salary $128,000, Maximum Salary $232,500. Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. FINRA provides full pay ranges to reflect growth potential.
#LI-Hybrid
To be considered for this position, please submit an application. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work of the position and is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.
Please note:
If the “Apply Now” button on a job board posting does not take you directly to the FINRA Careers site, enter www.finra.org/careers into your browser to reach our site directly.
FINRA strives to make our career site accessible to all users. If you need a disability-related accommodation for completing the application process, please contact FINRA's Employee Relations team at 240.386.4865 or by email at EmployeeRelations@finra.org. This process is exclusively for inquiries regarding application accommodations.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay. FINRA provides comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability, and other benefits, plus a 401(k) plan with company match and other programs for wellness and professional development.
Time Off and Paid Leave: FINRA offers a generous time-off program and holidays, plus other leave options described in policy.
Important Information
FINRA’s Code of Conduct requires financial disclosures related to investments. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. FINRA adheres to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
©2025 FINRA. All rights reserved. FINRA is a registered trademark of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.
#J-18808-Ljbffr