Greater Chennai Area
I am an HR professional with over 17 years of experience, specializing in Workday HCM implementation, configuration, and optimization. My expertise spans multiple industries, where I’ve successfully led HR automation projects, enhanced compensation and payroll processes, and improved HR operations. In my current role, I focus on leveraging Workday HCM to drive business results by configuring and optimizing modules like recruitment, payroll, and performance management. I oversee Workday’s bi-annual release management, integrating new functionalities and ensuring system alignment with organizational goals. Additionally, I develop advanced custom reports and dashboards in Power BI to provide actionable insights into metrics such as recruitment, productivity, compliance, and executive performance. I also lead system integrations, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure seamless HRIS functionality. Collaborating with stakeholders, I support global HR projects and align HR technology with business strategies. My role extends to training and supporting end-users to maximize system efficiency and streamline HR operations, empowering organizations to make data-driven decisions and achieve operational excellence.
HR Technology leader owning the Workday ecosystem end-to-end—from business process configuration and integrations to a modern HR analytics pipeline. I translate complex HR requirements into scalable, automated solutions across Workday, Power Platform, and Azure, and partner with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver measurable operational impact. Core Responsibilities o Own Workday configuration and administration across HCM, business processes, security, notifications, and reporting. o Design and maintain HR integrations and data flows connecting Workday with downstream systems and analytics platforms. o Lead HR process automation and digital transformation initiatives, partnering with HR, IT, and business teams. o Manage Workday-related tickets through HR Service Desk (HRSD) operations and Jira Service Management workflows. o Govern HR data quality, security, and compliance across the technology stack. Key Achievements o Configured and optimized end-to-end Workday business processes — including performance/GPS reviews, probation reviews, goal setting, and onboarding — with employee acknowledgment steps, condition rules, and contextual help text to improve completion rates and user experience. o Built custom Workday RaaS reports and automated data extracts feeding an enterprise HR analytics pipeline. o Architected a modern HR dashboard pipeline integrating Workday data through Azure Databricks and Azure SQL into Power BI, giving HR leadership self-service access to workforce insights. o Automated recurring HR workflows using Power Automate, reducing manual effort and turnaround time on high-volume HR tasks. o Executed bulk data operations via Workday EIBs for mass loads and updates, ensuring accuracy and integrity across large datasets. o Developed Workday-compliant HTML for notifications and help text, engineering precise control over spacing and line height to work within Workday's rendering constraints.
As an HRIS Specialist, I manage and optimize Workday to improve efficiency, employee experience, and business performance. I streamline, standardize, and automate HR processes to get the most out of the platform, working closely with HR and cross-functional teams to solve problems and shape system roadmaps. I lead Workday's bi-annual releases — planning regression testing and rolling out new features for smooth adoption. I also integrate Workday with other key business systems, manage vendor relationships, and benchmark with peer organizations to maximize ROI. Beyond day-to-day operations, I support global HR projects, compliance reporting, and accurate reporting to keep systems reliable and data accurate. I also lead Workday implementations and change management to deliver smooth transitions and real results. Experience Highlights o Configure and optimize Workday modules — recruitment, onboarding, and performance management — to meet business goals. o Lead bi-annual Workday releases: plan regression tests, roll out new features, and ensure system readiness. o Build custom reports and dashboards in Workday and Power BI, giving leadership clear insights on recruitment, productivity, compliance, and performance. o Drive HR automation, simplifying and standardizing HRIS processes to boost efficiency and employee experience. o Partner with stakeholders to solve challenges, deliver Workday enhancements, and set the roadmap for HRIS improvements.
Managed compensation programs, payroll, and employee benefits for over 2,000 employees. Led an HR Transformation project that streamlined key HR processes, increasing efficiency by 30%. Configure and maintain Workday modules, including business processes, notifications, condition rules, security roles, compensation plans, and reporting structures. Develop and manage custom reports in Workday to support HR and partner teams with actionable insights. Process, test, and validate EIBs for updates related to job changes, compensation adjustments, organizational structures, and performance ratings. Troubleshoot and resolve Workday system issues, providing timely and effective solutions to ensure smooth operations. Implement enhancements and new functionalities from Workday’s semi-annual releases, aligning them with organizational needs and objectives. Provide technical support for Workday security configuration, ensuring appropriate role assignments and compliance. Support critical HR calendar events such as Performance Reviews, Merit and Bonus cycles, Open Enrollment, and headcount planning by configuring and testing relevant Workday modules. Collaborate with HR Technology and cross-functional teams to test, peer review, and implement system updates or projects. Monitor and optimize Workday system performance, identifying opportunities for improved efficiency and user experience. Provide end-user support and training for Workday functionalities, empowering HR and partner teams to maximize system utilization.
HR Operations, Compensation & Payroll, Performance Management System, HR Shared Services, Workday HCM Functional, HR MIS, Analytics & Statutory Compliance
Managed payroll operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and payroll accuracy.