HR Business Analyst

The Nature Conservancy

. Configure, support, troubleshoot and document Workday HCM and other HRIS business processes .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $92,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in configuring and supporting Workday HCM and other HRIS systems, with strong capabilities in data analysis, reporting, and project coordination across HR, IT, Finance, and Procurement. Possesses a solid understanding of HR processes and the ability to respond effectively to HR-related inquiries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Workday HCM ExperienceHRIS Configuration and SupportData Analysis and ReportingProject CoordinationFluency in Foreign Language(s)

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Hard Skills

HRIS ConfigurationData Input and ManipulationReport ConstructionAdvanced Excel SkillsDatabase ManagementPayroll ProcessingTime TrackingCompensation ManagementRecruiting ProcessesPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Workday HCMMS Office SuiteCo-PilotERP Systems

Industry Keywords

Human Resources ManagementGlobal PayrollEmployee EngagementHR ProcessesThe Nature Conservancy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Configure, support, troubleshoot and document Workday HCM and other HRIS business processes
Provide system support across HR modules including Global Payroll, Payroll for North America, Time Tracking, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Performance Management, Core HR, Employee Engagement tools, reporting and metrics
Construct and produce reports
Perform data input, manipulation and analysis
Coordinate and lead projects
Respond to HR-related questions, problems and data information requests from employees and management
Coordinate across HR, IT, Finance and Procurement
Report to the Senior Director of Global HR Systems and Data
Support The Nature Conservancy’s mission to protect lands and waters through HR systems work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5-7 years of complex HRIS work experience or equivalent combination
Experience working with integrated Human Resources Management Systems, preferably Workday HCM
Advanced knowledge of word processing, database management and spreadsheet software
Ability to construct and produce reports, data input, manipulation and analysis
Good understanding of fundamental HR concepts, processes and services
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
May require fluency in foreign language(s) to support global operations
Experience coordinating and leading projects
Experience responding to HR-related questions, problems and data information requests from employees/management
Experience working with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Co-Pilot
Experience working with an ERP and coordinating across HR, IT, Finance and Procurement
Successful applicant must meet The Nature Conservancy’s background screening requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care benefits
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
Parental leave
Accrued paid time off
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Other life and work well-being benefits
Flexible work environment
Career development
Accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans