HR Process Analyst
VirtualResource · United Kingdom
VirtualResource (VR) is a boutique consultancy supporting companies to optimise their HR and Workday systems. We strive to be the go-to company that partners with businesses to optimise their HR technology landscape.
Our people are our most important asset
- We recognise the need for a committed, skilled and loyal team and strive to create a working environment that is flexible, caring and considerate of all needs.
- We attract the best people and reward them appropriately
- Staff development and upskilling are core to what we do
As a key member of the HR Transformation function, you will play a pivotal role in analysing, improving, and optimising end-to-end HR processes while ensuring that supporting systems are effectively governed, maintained, and continuously enhanced. You will work closely with HR, Finance, Technology, and Business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, drive system enhancements, support change initiatives, and help deliver a best-in-class employee experience.
This role requires a blend of business process analysis, stakeholder engagement, system administration, and transformation delivery experience.
Job Description
Responsibilities will include:
Analyse and evaluate current HR processes, identifying opportunities for standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement.
Support the HR user community with system usage, process guidance, reporting requirements, and data maintenance activities.
Partner with HR, Finance, Technology, and Transformation teams to design and implement process and system improvements.
Translate business requirements into scalable HR technology solutions, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
Manage and support Workday HCM processes, configurations, and enhancements.
Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to understand business challenges and define future-state processes.
Support change management activities associated with HR transformation initiatives, including testing, training, communications, and adoption planning.
Coordinate system releases, enhancements, and upgrades, including testing and deployment activities.
Maintain process documentation, governance frameworks, and operating procedures.
Monitor system performance, integrations, and data quality, ensuring issues are identified and resolved proactively.
Collaborate with Information Security and Technology teams to ensure compliance with security, access, and governance requirements.
Support reporting and analytics initiatives that enable data-driven decision making across HR and Finance functions.
Must have Experience & Skills Required
Minimum 7 years' experience working with HR information systems.
Demonstrated experience analysing and improving HR business processes.
Experience with HR process redesign, process mapping, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong experience with Workday HCM
Experience working on large-scale HR Transformation programmes.
Experience supporting HR technology platforms, including configuration, administration, and enhancement activities.
Proven ability to gather, analyse, and document business requirements.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across business and technical teams.
Experience supporting system testing, release management, and change initiatives.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Experience working within HR Transformation, HR Operations, Shared Services, or Digital HR environments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Other Qualifications/Skills that will be beneficial but not mandatory.
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
Workday certifications would be advantageous.
Experience with HR analytics, workforce planning, or organisational change
As this is a remote role, you can be based anywhere in the EMEA time zone, provided you have the legal wright to work in the country of residence without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.