HR Technology Specialist

Vanguard is looking for an HR Technologist to join our team in delivering a best-in-class experience for our crew (employees). As the newest member of the Talent and Learning pod, you join peers who are passionate about reducing friction and improving the crew experience from pre-hire to retire (and alumni too.)  

The HR Technology Specialist – Workday owns the support and management of the assigned HR Technology portfolio and provides ongoing production and project support for our business partners and crew members. Leads system design, configuration, testing and support, production elevation and ongoing post-production support of solutions that drive our strategic business initiatives and technology portfolio optimization efforts.

This role requires multiple cross-functional domain certifications and technical development experience.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and deploy HR Technology to support and meet business goals and objectives. Proactively identify and recommend opportunities for improvement and optimization.
• Serve as a process expert for detailed functionality in within the products/domains supported and educate and mentor HR business teams in domain areas, providing guidance and consultation as required.
• Develop and adhere to configuration and optimization standards. Test and evaluate HR vendor products. Develop, update, and keep current related documentation.
• Support the accuracy and integrity of data by supporting risk and audit activities, security assessments, and access reviews. Ensure data integrity and privacy compliance for domains supported.
• Responsible for identifying and prioritizing enhancements that will improve user experience, drive adoption, and maintain overall system hygiene and health.
• Complete continuing education to increase domain and product knowledge beyond current skillset. 
• Mentor junior team members and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• 5+ years hands-on Workday global configuration experience is required. 
• Multiple Functional Workday certifications in HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, and Talent required.
• End to End Technical integration design and delivery is required.
• Workday Pro Certification or previous Workday Implementer Certification preferred.
• Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don’t just have a mission—we’re on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients’ lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Vanguard’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse—one that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.

Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progress—from our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.

Together, we’re on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of care—for our clients, our communities, and each other.    

Vanguard’s DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.