HRIS Manager

HRIS Manager

Overview

The HRIS Manager will own and optimize the organization's human resources information systems, ensuring data integrity, operational efficiency, and a seamless employee experience. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, IT, and leadership to support a high-performance, global workforce through scalable, secure, and data-driven HR technology solutions.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, with a strong understanding of HR processes, systems architecture, and compliance in a regulated, professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities

HRIS Strategy & Administration

• Serve as the primary owner and subject matter expert for all HR systems, including core HR, payroll, benefits, performance management, and talent modules.

• Lead system configuration, enhancements, testing, and upgrades to support evolving business needs.

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement new HR technologies and integrations as needed.

Data Integrity & Reporting

• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and security of employee data across systems.

• Develop and maintain standard and ad-hoc reports and dashboards for HR leadership, Finance, and executive stakeholders.

• Support workforce analytics, headcount planning, compensation analysis, and compliance reporting.

Process Optimization

• Partner with HR and cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and improve system-supported processes across the employee lifecycle.

• Document HRIS procedures, controls, and best practices to ensure scalability and continuity.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure HR systems support compliance with applicable labor laws, data privacy regulations, and internal governance standards.

• Partner with Legal, Compliance, and IT on audits, controls, and system access reviews.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with HRIS vendors and external partners, including issue resolution and contract support.

• Act as a liaison between HR, IT, and Finance to align system functionality with business requirements.

User Support & Training

• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for HR system users.

• Develop and deliver training and documentation to ensure effective adoption and use of HR systems.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience managing HRIS platforms in a complex, professional or financial services environment.

• Strong understanding of core HR processes, payroll, benefits, and employee data management.

• Experience with HRIS reporting, data governance, and system integrations.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience supporting a global workforce.

• Familiarity with compensation, performance management, and talent systems.

• HRIS or project management certifications (, Workday, UKG, ADP, PMP).

• Experience partnering with Finance and Compliance teams.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong execution skills

• Highly analytical and data-driven

• Detail-oriented with a strong control mindset

• Excellent communicator and cross-functional collaborator

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment