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Job Description A client of Insight Global's is seeking a Remote People Operations Project Manager for a contract opportunity. This individual will sit at the intersection of HR operations, systems, and project management, leading high-impact initiatives that improve processes, enhance compliance, and optimize the employee experience. The ideal candidate brings strong Workday expertise, a structured approach to project execution, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fully remote environment. This is a great opportunity to support meaningful work while driving operational excellence across People Operations.

Day-to-Day:

Lead People Operations projects from initiation through completionDevelop and manage project plans, timelines, and deliverablesCoordinate across stakeholders and drive execution without direct authorityOwn and manage ORM audits end-to-end, including documentation and trackingSupport remediation efforts and compliance initiativesUse Workday for reporting, workflows, and operational supportAssist with system testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolutionPartner with

HRIS/ERP

teams on integrations and system improvementsProvide support across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, changes, offboarding)Maintain and enhance process documentation and workflowsCollaborate with HR leadership and technical teams to improve efficiency and employee experience Skills and Requirements 5+ years of Hands-on Workday experience (reporting, workflows, troubleshooting, testing)Proven project/program management experience end-to-endBackground in HR Operations / People Operations / HRISExperience supporting audits, compliance, or risk managementStrong ability to work cross-functionally and manage stakeholdersPST HoursBackground in healthcare, nonprofit, or regulated environmentsExperience driving process improvements and operational efficienciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.