Workday HRIS Analyst

The HR team is dedicated to partnering with our colleagues and the leaders of the firm to both foster an inclusive environment and to position Mourant as a global employer of choice. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service and to embracing change and the opportunities it provides, whilst doing this we live and demonstrate the Mourant Values.

As a member of the HR Operations Team, this vital role will support the continuing developments, system improvements and optimisations of our HRIS system, whilst acting as the go-to expert supporting day-to-day operations. In additional, collaboration with IT and the project team is a critical element of this role.

If you would like to join an award winning and forward thinking firm whose inclusive culture and values recognise that its people are fundamental to its success, we would love to hear from you

About the role

• Be the first point of contact for all internal Workday queries.
• Together with the HR Operations Manager, identify, resolve, and communicate system development and enhancements.
• Liaise with the HR Operations Manager, to support BAU processes and operating models, maintaining up-to-date documentation of system configuration, processes and capabilities.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to enhance efficiency of HR processes to get the best out Workday.
• Liaise with members of the HR team to identify the needed improvements to existing configuration and reporting.
• Collaborate with the IT team to ensure successful implementation of improvements.
• Own configuration and maintenance across core modules (HCM, Absence, recruitment, Talent etc.)
• Working closely with our applications support team to troubleshoot and modify integrations with other internal and external systems.
• Work closely with internal project team to support in managing internal support tickets and partner with external providers for escalations as necessary.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and system efficiency.
• Implement updates from Workday releases.
• Enhance reporting and dashboard capabilities.
• Maintain data privacy and confidentiality standards in handling sensitive HR data.
• Provide clear and consistent communication and training to key stakeholders and users.
• Be the system administrator, managing user access, ensuring that internal security framework is adhered to.
• Conduct regular data audits and validation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

About you

• Proven hands-on experience with Workday, ideally with 2-4 years' experience with HCM, Absence and recruitment modules.
• Demonstrable troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with external Workday/AMS partners.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset and an understanding of HR data/processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling and analysing HR data.
• Highly effective organisational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with reporting, audits, and change governance.
• Advanced Excel skills and Workday reporting experience.
• Experience supporting multi-functional or global Workday environments would be an advantage.
• Experience with Power BI integration and reporting would be an advantage.

About Mourant

We are proud to be a leading offshore law-firm led professional services business, advising many of the world's leading financial institutions, corporations, public organisations, private equity houses and investment funds, as well as ultra-high net worth individuals and family offices.

We believe in inclusive workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, valued and respected. We have a strong sense of common purpose, where all our people are clear about our goals and the role they can play in achieving them. We pride ourselves in providing accessible development opportunities to all our people in a team-spirited environment, where everyone feels like they belong and can thrive.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. If you need this job description or the application form in an alternative format, or if you would like to discuss the recruitment process with our recruitment team, please email