SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture. Due to continued growth we are seeking a Senior Global People Systems Analyst to strengthen our Workday capability across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong HR systems professional who thrives on improving processes, enhancing data insights, and delivering excellent user experiences.
Reporting into the Business Systems function, you will provide hands on technical support, development and administration of our core HR system, Workday. You will work closely with regional People teams and stakeholders to optimise system configuration, ensure data integrity, and drive continuous improvement across our global People systems landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and administer the core HR system, resolving technical queries and managing system access.
- Collaborate with regional HR System Administrators to monitor and resolve issues via shared service channels.
- Lead reporting and analytics delivery, including dashboard design and development.
- Support testing of new releases, enhancements, and updates in the HRIS Sandbox.
- Assist with global performance and reward cycles (e.g., annual review, bonus).
- Conduct routine data audits and quality checks, ensuring accuracy and compliance across regions.
- Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and optimise HR processes.
- Support system change initiatives with People teams and business stakeholders.
- Produce user guidance, training materials, and best practice documentation.
- Stay current with new system functionality and HR technology trends.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Rewards & Benefits
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Life, income, and travel insurance
- Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle to work schemes
- Volunteering and Community Giving
- Flexible, hybrid and agile working
- 25 days' annual leave plus flexible public holidays
- Buy or sell leave options
- Core working hours
- Cross border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause
About You
Ideally you are a technically confident and analytically minded Workday professional who enjoys solving complex problems and delivering high quality system solutions in a global environment.
Technical Skills & Experience
- Proven experience administering and configuring Workday.
- Strong expertise in Core HCM, plus a specialism in one of the following areas: Recruitment, Reporting, Security, Talent, Performance or Absence.
- Experience designing and managing HRIS reporting and dashboards.
- Advanced MS Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, macros, data analysis).
- Knowledge of GDPR/CCPA and experience applying data protection principles within HR systems.
- Experience supporting system testing, releases, and configuration changes.
- Experience in managing Mergers and Acquisition Projects (desired but not essential).
Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem solving capability.
- Meticulous attention to detail with a methodical approach.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with a customer service mindset.
- Discreet and diplomatic, with the ability to handle confidential information.
- Highly organised, able to prioritise effectively across global time zones.
- Proactive, self motivated, and comfortable working independently.
- Adaptable and flexible in a dynamic, evolving environment.
- Enthusiasm to develop skills and knowledge across our Business Systems landscape.
Culture & Inclusion
Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.