Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
Why this Role is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
People systems and analytics sit at the centre of how SaaS companies scale, particularly when teams span multiple regions and time zones. This Workday and Data Analyst role is notable for its remit across a global People function, where Workday configuration and reporting become operational infrastructure rather than back-office support.
For a SaaS career, the value lies in developing fluency at the intersection of HR operations, data quality, and platform governance. Owning monthly People analysis and building dashboards around core metrics like headcount and attrition strengthens the ability to translate organisational questions into reliable reporting. Experience supporting release cycles, audits, and structured change delivery also builds a repeatable playbook that transfers well across SaaS environments that depend on predictable systems and clean data.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
Workday & Data Analyst
Location: India (Ideally Pune) | Schedule: Global Coverage | Type: Full-Time Reports To: SVP, People
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Workday & Data Analyst to join our global People team, based in India. In this role, you will be a key partner in the administration, configuration, and continuous improvement of our Workday HCM platform, supporting stakeholders and end-users across regions including APAC, EMEA, and the Americas. In addition you will own monthly People data analysis from the system. You will work closely with HR, Finance, IT, and business leaders to ensure the Workday ecosystem runs efficiently and delivers meaningful insights to the organization.
This is a high-visibility role that requires both technical depth in Workday and the interpersonal agility to work effectively across cultures, time zones, and business functions.
Key Responsibilities
System Administration & Configuration:
- Administer, configure, and maintain Workday modules including HCM Core, Compensation, Absence, Talent & Performance and Reporting.
- Manage business processes, security roles, and organisational structures within Workday.
- Perform regular system audits to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance.
- Lead or support bi-annual Workday release upgrades — assess impact, test new features, and communicate changes to stakeholders.
Reporting & Analytics:
- Build and maintain Workday reports to support HR and business decision-making.
- Develop dashboards and scorecards for People metrics such as headcount, attrition, DEI, and compensation analytics.
- Partner with global HRBP and Finance teams to deliver ad hoc data analysis and scheduled reporting.
Project Delivery & Continuous Improvement:
- Lead or support global Workday implementation projects, module rollouts, and enhancements from requirements through to delivery.
- Translate business requirements into functional Workday solutions and document configuration decisions.
- Identify process gaps, propose improvements, and drive automation within the Workday platform.
Stakeholder Support & Training:
- Act as a primary point of contact for Workday queries from HR Business Partners, People Operations, and business users globally.
- Provide training, user guides, and self-service enablement to ensure adoption and proficiency.
- Collaborate with regional HR teams and COEs to gather requirements and deliver scalable, compliant solutions.
Integrations & Data Management:
- Support Workday integrations as required.
- Manage data loads and mass data changes using EIBs, ensuring accuracy and traceability.
- Work with IT and third-party vendors on integration design, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Required Qualifications:
- 3–6 years of hands-on experience with Workday HCM, with strong functional knowledge of at least two modules.
- Proven experience in Workday report writing (Advanced Reports, Calculated Fields, Dashboards).
- Experience supporting or delivering Workday configuration changes through the full project lifecycle.
- Strong understanding of HR processes and data models (employee lifecycle, compensation structures, absence policies, etc.).
- Experience working in a global or multinational organisation with exposure to multi-country HR operations.
- Ability to work flexible hours to collaborate with teams in EMEA, Americas, and APAC time zones.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Workday Pro certification in one or more modules (HCM, Reporting, Compensation, Recruiting, etc.).
- Experience with Workday integrations.
- Familiarity with Workday Analytics or People Analytics.
- Ideally exposure to Workday Payroll (US, UK, or APAC countries).
- Background in HR Operations, People Analytics, or HRIS in a shared services or COE model.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on a truly global platform impacting hundreds of employees worldwide.
- Exposure to cutting-edge Workday features and roadmap initiatives.
- Collaborative, inclusive culture with strong investment in professional development.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package aligned to Indian market standards.
- Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options available).
- Workday certification sponsorship and continuous learning support.
Working Hours & Global Collaboration:
This role is based in India and the successful individual will require regular overlap required during EMEA afternoons and US morning windows. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional early morning or evening calls and asynchronous collaboration with global counterparts.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
