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OpenAI • San Francisco
OpenAI is hiring a People Systems Analyst to manage and optimize their HR technology, specifically focusing on absence management within Workday. This role requires strong analytical skills and project management experience.
You are a proactive and detail-oriented People Systems Analyst with a strong background in HR technology. You have experience configuring and maintaining systems like Workday, and you excel in project management, ensuring compliance and security within people systems. Your analytical skills allow you to drive process improvements effectively, and you are a collaborative team player who enjoys working with others to enhance HR operations.
You possess deep expertise in absence management and have a working knowledge of adjacent domains such as Benefits, Payroll, or Compensation. This combination enables you to design tighter cross-module integrations and resolve issues more efficiently. You are committed to providing exceptional support and training to users, ensuring they can navigate the HR systems landscape with ease.
You have a strong understanding of compliance requirements and are skilled in managing day-to-day HR system operations, including configuration, security audits, and report management. Your attention to detail ensures that all processes are aligned with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
Experience with additional HR systems or technologies is a plus, as is familiarity with data analytics tools that can enhance reporting capabilities. You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to a growing team focused on optimizing HR processes.
In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of OpenAI's HR systems, particularly focusing on absence management within Workday. You will configure and maintain the system to ensure it meets the needs of a rapidly growing employee population. Your role will involve conducting security audits, managing reports, and handling mass data requests to support HR operations.
You will serve as the primary owner of the Absence module in Workday, overseeing plan design and country-specific configurations. Your expertise will be crucial in aligning compliance requirements with operational support as OpenAI scales globally. You will collaborate closely with the People Operations and Finance teams to ensure that all HR systems are integrated effectively and that processes are streamlined.
You will also provide training and support to users, helping them to navigate the HR systems and understand the functionalities available to them. Your analytical skills will be put to use as you identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions that enhance the overall efficiency of HR operations.
OpenAI is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities and encourage a diverse range of candidates to apply. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team dedicated to building and deploying Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that benefits everyone. Join us in shaping the future of technology and making a meaningful impact in the world.
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