Human Resources Information Systems Associate - HR Technology

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Blackstone Technology & Innovations 

Blackstone Technology & Innovations (BXTI) is the technology team at the core of each of Blackstone’s businesses and new growth initiatives. Serving both internal and external clients, we work to build the next generation of systems that manage risk, create efficiency and improve transparency within the firm and across our broad community of investors and portfolio companies.  

BXTi is fast paced and entrepreneurial – our open, iterative design processes and rapid pace of development mean that everyone on the team has the opportunity to make an impact from day one. We are problem solvers who can take projects from idea to implementation. We believe in active mentoring and developing excellence. We collaborate to find the best answers for our customers and for Blackstone. We are critical to the firm maintaining its competitive edge. 

HR Technology (HRIS) Associate

The HR Technology Associate will be responsible for supporting the ongoing management, enhancement, and optimization of HR technology platforms, with a primary focus on ServiceNow HR Service Delivery (HRSD) and other HR technology solutions, including Workday. This role will partner with HR, Technology, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, gather and document requirements, recommend best-practice solutions, and support the successful delivery of platform enhancements and initiatives.

The position will also be responsible for testing, change management, documentation, and ongoing support activities to ensure effective and scalable HR technology solutions.

HRIS Project & Process Management

• Collaborate with HR, Technology, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement and platform enhancement.
• Gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements.
• Evaluate business needs and provide best-practice recommendations for HR technology solutions and process design.
• Support prioritization and management of enhancement requests and project initiatives.
• Coordinate and oversee testing activities, including test planning, test script development, execution, and defect resolution.
• Facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and validate solutions against business requirements.
• Support change management, communication, training, and user adoption activities associated with new functionality and process changes.
• Provide ongoing support for HR technology projects and enhancement initiatives from intake through deployment.
• Resolve issues and defects

HRIS System Maintenance & Controls

• Support program management of the ServiceNow HRSD platform and associated HR technology solutions.
• Review and coordinate enhancement design, development activities, and system logic to ensure alignment with business requirements and best practices.
• Partner with development teams to validate proposed solutions and resolve system issues.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, user guides, and knowledge articles.
• Monitor platform performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, user experience, data quality, and process effectiveness.
• Support governance activities, including documentation standards, testing controls, and release readiness reviews.
• Participate in ongoing platform optimization efforts and future enhancements within ServiceNow HRSD, Workday, and other HR technology platforms.
• Assist with troubleshooting, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives across the HR technology landscape.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years HRIS experience
• Workday and ServiceNow HR Service Delivery experience is highly preferred
• Experience in the financial services industry highly preferred
• Experience working in a global organization a plus
• Strong understanding of HR, payroll and finance processes and procedures (i.e. recruiting, benefits, payroll, performance management, time tracking, etc.)
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously and independently, resolve issues, meet deadlines and escalate appropriately to management.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills with technical and non-technical constituents
• Experience handling highly sensitive data with confidentiality
• Demonstrated experience to quickly adapt to learn new systems
• Bachelor’s degree required

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$110,000 - $170,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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