Sr Lead HR Systems Administrator - Workday

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced HR Systems Administrator to join our Global HR Systems team. In this role, you will provide technical expertise and oversight for Workday, Cornerstone LMS, HR ServiceNow, and other HR Systems. Your primary responsibilities will include maintaining and enhancing Workday modules and other HR Systems, consulting with business stakeholders to identify requirements, designing and implementing solutions, and providing functional and systematic support for complex system issues. You will focus on continuous improvement of system processes to drive efficiencies, reduce risk and support a superior employee experience. Key Responsibilities Product Management and Expertise: Serve as the Product Manager and subject matter expert for key Workday modules. Partner with HR Systems Leadership, HR Centers of Excellence, and Technology teams to develop a common roadmap for continuous system improvements in support of ongoing business needs. System Maintenance and Enhancement: Maintain, monitor, and enhance the technical and functional aspects of Workday and other HR Systems as needed. This includes managing integration points with vendors or other internal systems. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with HR Systems leadership, HR COE, and other stakeholders to review and prioritize system enhancement requests. Identify and clarify business requirements, create functional specifications, and configure business processes. Consult with partners to align on the best solutions to meet requirements. Create and execute test scenarios to ensure successful implementation of new functionality. Collaborate with the business and Technology teams to review and test applicable system integrations and functionality. Issue Resolution and Risk Management: Troubleshoot issues using technical expertise and propose creative system solutions to solve complex system issues quickly. Proactively evaluate potential risks and issues to identify opportunities or gaps, create solutions, and lead the implementation of changes to improve system performance. Stay up to date on HR System releases, fixes, and best practices. Training and Mentorship: Provide coaching to other HR Systems team members in specific areas of expertise through knowledge sharing and mentorship. Partner with internal HR COE teams to communicate changes for updates and releases to ensure a superior user experience. Required Qualifications 5+ years of Workday system configuration experience in at least 2 modules (HCM, Payroll, Benefits, etc.). 3+ years in core HR processes (e.g., payroll, tax, benefits, recruiting). Strong consultative skills; proven ability to translate business needs into HR system design and configuration. Experience with test case development and execution. Success in implementing system enhancements that deliver measurable results. Strong analytical skills with high accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Excellent documentation skills for clear configuration notes and test cases. Strong critical thinking and situational decision-making abilities. Effective both independently and in team settings within dynamic environments. Post-implementation support experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with HR systems like HR ServiceNow, Cornerstone, STAR Compliance, or other cloud-based/SaaS platforms. Workday Pro Certification Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with leaders and partners. Proven ability to manage multiple projects in various roles. About Our Company Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 125 years. We are a U.S. based financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence. The firm’s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP. Ameriprise India LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, age, ****** orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. Full-Time/Part-Time Full time Timings (2:00p-10:30p) India Business Unit AWMPO AWMP&S President's Office Job Family Group Human Capital We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of 2026. With our team of more than 20,000 people in countries, we advise, manage and protect assets and income of more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses - Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.