Director, HR Product Owner

Everest Re Group - Warren, NJ

Full-time - Director

Warren, NJ

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Director, HR Product Owner at Everest Global Services, Inc. is responsible for leading the vision and strategy for Workday-related content and services within the HR department. This role involves collaborating with HR stakeholders and IT teams to deliver business objectives, manage the Workday configuration strategy, and foster a culture of innovation and inclusivity. The position requires a strong focus on developing the Workday roadmap, consulting with stakeholders to solve complex problems, and ensuring effective documentation and process management.

Responsibilities

• Drive the vision and strategy for HR content and services related to Workday.
• Develop the overall Workday roadmap to align with organizational goals.
• Consult with key stakeholders to identify and understand complex problems.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation.
• Support team development and cross-training.
• Ensure accurate process documentation for HR technology processes.
• Manage the Workday configuration strategy in partnership with the HR Program Director.
• Lead and facilitate meetings with global business advisory partners and configuration design sessions.
• Partner with internal technology teams and vendors to deliver business objectives.
• Develop proof of concepts based on business requirements.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in information technology.
• 5 to 7 years' configuration experience in Workday modules such as HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Payroll, and/or Talent & Recruiting.
• Functional expertise in HR topics like HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Payroll, and/or Talent & Recruiting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives with urgency.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Workday Certifications

Benefits

• Continuing education credits
• Generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement programs
• Dynamic training & professional development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Mentoring opportunities
• Colleague Resource Groups