Sr. Manager, HRIS

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

The Sr. Manager, HRIS plays a critical leadership role within the People Analytics & Technology team by defining and executing the HR technology strategy & operations at 2U. This role will oversee HRIS operations and system optimization, ensuring the efficient use of technology to enhance employee and HR team experiences. This role will lead a team of HRIS analysts, providing direction and hands-on expertise in Workday HCM configuration and integrations to other HR technologies.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

HRIS Operations & System Optimization

• • • Serve as the primary liaison between People Team stakeholders and HRIS analysts, ensuring that business needs are met effectively and efficiently.
    • Lead Workday HCM configuration, maintenance, security, and data integrity.
    • Implement a roadmap for HRIS enhancements, including Workday module expansions, process automation, and consolidation of technologies. 
    • Ensure the successful execution of key HRIS operations (e.g., performance reviews, benefits enrollment, compensation cycles, and goal setting).
    • Lead cross-functional HRIS workgroups to gather requirements, prioritize enhancements, and ensure timely project delivery.

HR Technology Strategy & Roadmap 

• • • Provide technical expertise to support the people technology strategy, modernizing 2U’s HR technologies.
    • Work with key stakeholders to evaluate and improve HR technology solutions to enhance user experience and drive business outcomes.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with Workday, identifying ways to better utilize our HRIS technology.
    • Identify opportunities to consolidate vendors, including sunsetting duplicative HRIS systems, and reduce technology-related costs while ensuring functionality and efficiency

People Management

• • • Directly manage the people technology and HRIS analyst team, providing coaching, mentorship, and career development.
    • Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, ensuring the team is leveraging HR technology effectively.
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