Manager, HR Systems and Analytics

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

. Manage day-to-day operations, configuration oversight, and continuous improvement of the firm's Workday environment and related HR technologies .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timePhiladelphia • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $114,200 - $198,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing HR systems, particularly Workday, with a focus on data governance, reporting, and analytics. Proven ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance HR technology initiatives.

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Workday AdministrationHR Systems ManagementWorkforce AnalyticsData GovernanceTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

HRISData ReportingProcess ImprovementIntegration ArchitectureChange Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunicationStakeholder ManagementProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Power BIPrism AnalyticsHR TechnologyDashboardsScorecards

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday Certifications

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesProfessional ServicesLegal ComplianceData ProtectionTalent Acquisition

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day operations, configuration oversight, and continuous improvement of the firm's Workday environment and related HR technologies
Lead evaluation, implementation, integration, and support of HR systems across the employee lifecycle
Partner with IT on system reliability, security, integration architecture, data governance, and change management
Advise HR leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on HR technology initiatives and process transformation
Collaborate with global HR teams and business leaders on system enhancements and process standardization
Oversee system releases, upgrades, testing, issue resolution, and enhancement prioritization
Ensure global HR systems comply with legal, regulatory, privacy, and data protection requirements
Lead HR reporting and workforce analytics, delivering actionable insights to HR and business leadership
Develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and operational reports
Establish standards for HR data integrity, governance, and reporting consistency
Identify workforce trends and opportunities related to talent acquisition, retention, engagement, inclusion, compensation, and organizational effectiveness
Define reporting requirements and implement scalable analytics solutions
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analysts
Manage team workload prioritization, project assignments, professional development, and performance management
Establish service delivery standards, support processes, and operational metrics
Promote continuous improvement through process redesign, automation, and technology optimization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems or a related field
5+ years of progressive experience in HR systems, HRIS, workforce analytics or HR technology roles
At least 3 years in a managerial and leadership position
Hands-on experience administering and supporting Workday in a complex, global organization
Strong understanding of HR operations, data governance, reporting, integrations, and HR technology best practices
Experience partnering closely with IT teams on enterprise applications, integrations, and security
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, professional services environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Experience within a law firm or other professional services organization is strongly preferred
Workday certifications or advanced Workday functional knowledge strongly preferred
Experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI, Prism Analytics, or similar platforms strongly preferred
Must apply online through the firm's website

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements
Hybrid in-office/remote work schedule
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities, religious beliefs, or other protected reasons
Equal employment opportunity
At-will employment relationship