Workday Business Analyst
HirexHire
Chicago, IL 60007Full Time
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Job Description
ABOUT US
HirexHire (pronounced hire by hire) is a Chicago-based recruiting and talent consultancy that integrates with companies short-term to provide long-term talent solutions. We take a seat in our client’s everyday operations to understand their people's goals, gaps, and challenges. We then develop and implement the processes and technologies to execute a sustainable and scalable talent plan.
We partner with companies expecting or experiencing high growth which need to hire at scale or fill a critical role rapidly. Our clients are not looking for quick-fix placements but are thoughtfully building a hiring strategy to scale their businesses.
OUR CLIENT
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Company Size: 1000+
THE ROLE
We are seeking a Workday Business Analyst to support the day-to-day administration, configuration, and ongoing optimization of the Workday platform. In this role, you’ll partner closely with HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable system solutions, ensure data integrity, and support continuous improvement across HR and talent management functions.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Manage the day-to-day administration, configuration, and maintenance of the Workday system
Configure and support functional areas including HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Talent Management, and Recruiting
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements
Translate business needs into Workday configuration specifications and system enhancements
Support integrations, data conversions, system testing, and Workday release updates
Develop and execute test scripts, coordinate user acceptance testing, and document system issues and enhancements
Maintain system documentation, configuration guides, and process workflows
Provide ongoing user support, training materials, and job aids to ensure effective system adoption
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Technology, or a related field
2–4 years of experience working with Workday as a Business Analyst, super user, or in a similar role
Hands-on experience with Workday configuration, reporting, and system testing
At least one Workday Pro Certification (HCM Core, Recruiting, or Talent Management)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
Experience partnering with HR, Finance, and IT teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
A customer-focused mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
WHAT OUR CLIENT OFFERS YOU
Supportive Company Culture
Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team
Comprehensive Benefits Package (health insurance, retirement savings, generous PTO, and work-life balance)
Career Growth and Development
HirexHire (pronounced hire by hire) is a Chicago-based recruiting and talent consultancy that integrates with companies short-term to provide long-term talent solutions. We take a seat in our client’s everyday operations to understand their people's goals, gaps, and challenges. We then develop and implement the processes and technologies to execute a sustainable and scalable talent plan.
We partner with companies expecting or experiencing high growth which need to hire at scale or fill a critical role rapidly. Our clients are not looking for quick-fix placements but are thoughtfully building a hiring strategy to scale their businesses.
OUR CLIENT
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Company Size: 1000+
THE ROLE
We are seeking a Workday Business Analyst to support the day-to-day administration, configuration, and ongoing optimization of the Workday platform. In this role, you’ll partner closely with HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable system solutions, ensure data integrity, and support continuous improvement across HR and talent management functions.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Manage the day-to-day administration, configuration, and maintenance of the Workday system
Configure and support functional areas including HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Talent Management, and Recruiting
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements
Translate business needs into Workday configuration specifications and system enhancements
Support integrations, data conversions, system testing, and Workday release updates
Develop and execute test scripts, coordinate user acceptance testing, and document system issues and enhancements
Maintain system documentation, configuration guides, and process workflows
Provide ongoing user support, training materials, and job aids to ensure effective system adoption
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Technology, or a related field
2–4 years of experience working with Workday as a Business Analyst, super user, or in a similar role
Hands-on experience with Workday configuration, reporting, and system testing
At least one Workday Pro Certification (HCM Core, Recruiting, or Talent Management)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
Experience partnering with HR, Finance, and IT teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
A customer-focused mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
WHAT OUR CLIENT OFFERS YOU
Supportive Company Culture
Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team
Comprehensive Benefits Package (health insurance, retirement savings, generous PTO, and work-life balance)
Career Growth and Development