Senior Director, People Solutions

Lyra Health

. Lead the technology, data, and operational backbone of the People function .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $236,500 - $289,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday HCM configuration, reporting, and security, while leading analytics capabilities and ensuring compliance with employment regulations. Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and drive user experience improvements through automation and process simplification.

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Workday HCM ExpertisePeople Analytics DevelopmentATS ManagementCompliance and Data PrivacyCross-Functional Project Management

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Hard Skills

Workday HCM ConfigurationAnalytics CapabilitiesSQLData Privacy ComplianceHR Process OptimizationBudget ManagementChange ManagementEmployee Lifecycle TransactionsPredictive AnalyticsReporting and Dashboard Creation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipCoaching and DevelopmentCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ATS (Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, Workday Recruiting)BI Tools (Tableau, Power BI, Workday Prism, Visier)Automation ToolsHR Technology Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday CertificationSHRM CertificationHRCI Certification

Industry Keywords

HR OperationsPeople AnalyticsEmployment ComplianceData GovernanceVendor Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the technology, data, and operational backbone of the People function
Own the vision, roadmap, and governance for Workday HCM and the ATS
Lead system configuration, releases, optimization, testing, change management, and communications
Partner with IT, Finance, Security, and Legal on integrations, data privacy, access controls, audit readiness, and compliance
Manage vendor relationships, contracts, budgets, performance, and evaluation of HR technology tools
Drive adoption and user experience improvements through automation, self-service, and process simplification
Develop and implement an AI tools strategy for the People team
Build and lead the People Analytics function
Establish a single source of truth for People data, including definitions, quality standards, and governance
Deliver dashboards and executive-level reporting for the CPO, executive team, and Board
Develop predictive and advanced analytics capabilities
Oversee onboarding, offboarding, employee lifecycle transactions, HR data administration, employment verification, immigration and mobility support, and policy administration
Ensure compliance with employment regulations and reporting requirements
Define and monitor service levels, case management, and continuous improvement
Standardize and scale processes for growth, acquisitions, and organizational change
Lead, coach, and develop a team across systems, analytics, and operations
Serve on the People leadership team and contribute to enterprise People strategy, planning, and budgeting
Build partnerships across the People Team and Corporate functions

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive experience in HR operations, HR technology, People analytics, or related areas, including 5+ years leading teams
Deep, hands-on expertise with Workday HCM, including configuration, reporting, security, and release management
Experience managing an ATS (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, Workday Recruiting) and its integrations
Demonstrated success building analytics capabilities and presenting insights to senior executives
Strong understanding of HR processes, employment compliance, and data privacy requirements
Proven ability to manage large cross-functional projects, vendors, and budgets
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical and data concepts to non-technical audiences
Workday certification(s) or equivalent depth of experience
Experience with BI and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Workday Prism, Visier) and working knowledge of SQL
Experience scaling People Operations/HRIS in a high-growth or multi-country environment
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Information Systems, Analytics, or a related field. Master’s degree or HR certifications (SHRM, HRCI) a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability insurances)
Lyra for Lyrians; coaching and therapy services
Equity in the company through discretionary restricted stock units
Competitive time off with pay policies including vacation, sick days, and company holidays
Paid parental leave
401K with up to 3% matching
Monthly tech allowance
Well-being perks and activities
Surprise swag
Regular community celebration