Sr. Workday Analyst, Absence

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

The Senior Workday Analyst, Absence role is responsible for configuration, system maintenance, and tenant management across the Workday platform. This position will initially focus on supporting our Workday implementation to success, then transition to continuous support and optimization of Workday. The role combines technical expertise with analytical problem-solving skills to ensure system integrity, data accuracy, and optimal functionality through effective collaboration with stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A commitment to continuous improvement and focus on delivering best in class user experiences in the moments that matter
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage system configurations and changes while maintaining data integrity and system security
• Experience with change control processes and ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills to translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences

• Serve as point of contact for assigned modules, managing system maintenance, configuration, and user access while ensuring the protection of sensitive HR data
• Troubleshoot, research, and resolve system defects and issues, working collaboratively with stakeholders to identify root causes and implement solutions while proactively keeping end-users aware of status
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, security, process efficiency, and accessibility through effective systems implementation, configuration, administration, and user training
• Support and promote adoption of global best practices and standards
• Configure and maintain Workday business processes across multiple modules to support HR operations and business requirements
• Assess, configure, and migrate system changes through development, test, and production environments
• Maintain overall system hygiene and health through regular audits and proactive monitoring
• Coordinate and execute bi-annual Workday system releases, including testing new features, documenting changes, and communicating impacts to stakeholders
• Manage change control and release management processes to ensure smooth deployment of system updates and enhancements
• Ensure security best practices are followed and access is appropriately granted based on business needs
• Create and update reports using Workday reporting tools to provide insights and support business decision-making
• Partner with cross-functional teams including HR leadership, HRIS, HR Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and local market HR teams to support system initiatives and business process initiatives
• Participate in the development and execution of the strategic roadmap for our Workday ecosystem
• Complete continuing education to maintain domain and product knowledge