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Arch Capital Group Ltd.

Workday Specialist, Compensation

Arch Capital Group Ltd.

. Execute and validate pre-launch configurations for annual compensation cycles .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday Advanced Compensation configurations, including eligibility rules and plan assignments, while effectively managing compensation data visibility and reporting. Proficient in Excel and Power Query for data analysis and workflow improvements.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Workday Advanced CompensationWorkday Core HCM ConfigurationExcel and Power QueryCompensation FundamentalsWorkday Certification in Advanced Compensation

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Hard Skills
Workday Advanced CompensationWorkday Core HCM ConfigurationCompensation FundamentalsExcelPower QueryCompensation ModelsAnalytical ToolsTesting and ValidationDocumentationPlan Configuration
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailCommunication with StakeholdersIndependent WorkProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
WorkdayExcelPower QueryAI Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Workday Certification in Advanced Compensation
Industry Keywords
Compensation CyclesEligibility RulesPlan ProfilesJob ArchitectureRelease Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Execute and validate pre-launch configurations for annual compensation cycles
  • Generate and update configurable grids, compensation matrices, review templates, review options, security rules, plan profiles, and scorecard configurations
  • Execute plan rollouts and removals for eligible populations and validate accuracy across tenants
  • Build and validate custom organizational structures for annual compensation cycles
  • Support cycle execution by answering system questions and escalating complex issues
  • Perform post-cycle configuration reviews, plan assignment analysis, population management, rule architecture adjustments, and sandbox validation
  • Execute and validate Core and Advanced Compensation configurations
  • Support Workday twice-annual release reviews and regression testing
  • Adjust automated regression test scripts, assist with triage, and resolve or escalate findings
  • Support Workday enhancement and ticket lifecycle management, requirements definition, and testing
  • Support Workday security and compensation data visibility design, testing, validation, monitoring, audit reporting, and documentation
  • Build and support compensation models, analytical tools, and recurring reports
  • Improve workflows using Excel, Power Query, and emerging AI tools
  • Contribute to reporting and dashboards for pay, equity, and market positioning data

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 1-3 years of experience working with Workday
  • Exposure to Advanced Compensation concepts such as eligibility rules, plan configuration, and configurable grids
  • Familiarity with Workday Core HCM configuration
  • Working knowledge of compensation fundamentals, including incentive plan mechanics, bonus eligibility and accrual logic, pay structures, and job architecture
  • Established understanding of Excel, including Power Query and complex formulas
  • Strong attention to detail, testing, validation, and documentation habits
  • Ability to explain system concepts to non-technical HR and business stakeholders
  • Exposure to Workday release management, or an interest in developing this skill set
  • Comfort working independently on moderately complex assignments
  • Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • Background in Information Systems is a plus
  • Workday certification in Advanced Compensation, or experience working with implementation partners such as Kainos or TopBloc, is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Multiple medical plans
  • Dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
  • Competitive 401k with generous matching
  • PTO beginning at 20 days per year
  • Up to 12 paid company holidays per year
  • 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks
  • Student Loan Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Backup Child and Elder Care