Hris Specialist

HRIS Lead (Workday) Hybrid | Chester, CT area

Salary:

$130,000-$155,000 + bonus and full benefits Are you a Workday expert who thrives at the intersection of technology, strategy, and people operations? This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible HRIS Lead role where you will own the HR technology roadmap, influence enterprise decisions, and drive meaningful process improvement across the organization. If interested please reach out directly to: Nicampana@actalentservices.com! This is a hybrid, permanent position with a growing, well-established company that values innovation, operational excellence, and long-term employee success. What You'll Do As the HRIS Lead, you will serve as the subject matter expert and strategic owner of HR systems, with primary responsibility for

Workday:

Provide strategic oversight and ongoing optimization of Workday HCM , including advanced compensation, payroll, time tracking, benefits, and integrations Act as the primary HRIS liaison between HR, IT, Finance, and leadership Lead system enhancements, implementations, upgrades, and new module rollouts Design, improve, and document HR business processes, workflows, and governance standards Ensure system data integrity, security administration, and compliance through audits and controls Develop workforce analytics, reporting, and dashboards that support business decision-making Manage projects related to HR technology, including vendor coordination and testing Support a non-technology-heavy workforce environment, translating complex systems into practical solutions

What We're Looking For Required:

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Information Systems, or a related field 7-10+ years of experience in HR technology or HRIS roles Deep expertise in Workday , including at least 3+ years as an HRIS Specialist or Lead Prior involvement in a Workday implementation strongly preferred Strong strategic mindset with the ability to think critically and improve systems end to end Excellent communication skills and ability to partner across departments Nice to

Have:

Experience supporting manufacturing or operationally focused workforces Background in business analysis or process reengineering Why This Role? Hybrid schedule with flexibility High-impact, leadership-facing position Growing organization with a long-term HR technology vision Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Opportunity to make a lasting mark on HR systems and strategy If you are ready to take ownership of an enterprise HRIS platform and drive meaningful change, this could be a standout next step in your career. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chester, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $145000.00/yr. The organization offers a competitive benefits package that typically includes comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings options, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. Benefits are designed to support long-term employee well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Chester,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.