Senior PM/BA Functional Analyst: HR: Workday;

Genesis10 is currently looking for a Senior Project Lead/Functional Analyst with strong functional experience with Workday HR for a 6 month contract for a digital banking client in Downtown Atlanta. Open to remote - must be able to travel for meetings when needed

Strategic Programs- Workday HR functional consultant

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Business Analyst to lead the analysis and execution of a transformative modernization program focused on rebuilding core systems and processes across the company. This critical role will be instrumental in developing strategies to drive growth, profitability, and competitive success, with a primary focus on supporting the Sales, Delivery, Customer Care and Finance functions. The Senior Business Analyst will be a key leader in driving our transition to a more efficient, future-ready infrastructure, aligning the objectives of cross-functional teams, and maximizing return on investment (ROI) through optimized sequencing and strategic recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Demonstrate strong business judgment and leadership in navigating complex decisions, fostering collaboration across multiple teams, and ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
  • Influence key stakeholders, from executive leadership to operational teams, driving consensus and buy-in for program initiatives.
  
  
  
  
• Strategic Leadership:
  
  
  
  • Develop and execute business strategies aimed at driving growth, profitability, and competitive advantage, particularly in relation to the modernization of internal systems supporting Sales.
  • Lead strategic analysis for the overall modernization program, including the replacement of core systems and data (Jira, Smartsheet, Workday, Salesforce, Zuora, and other dependent processes and systems).
  • Define and execute a sequencing strategy that maximizes ROI, operational efficiency, and transformative change across the company's core infrastructure.
  
  
  
  
• Program Analysis & Recommendations:
  
  
  
  • Lead the analysis of multiple potential value propositions, identifying optimal approaches for sequencing and implementation of key program initiatives.
  • Provide actionable recommendations for strategic shifts to the overall program scope, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders across Sales, Delivery, Customer Care, Product, IT, and Finance to ensure recommendations and strategies align with business priorities and operational requirements.
  
  
  
  
• Business Requirements & Execution:
  
  
  
  • Manage and prioritize the delivery of business intent, working to build comprehensive business requirements that align with the product strategy.
  • Oversee the execution of business requirements against established program goals, ensuring the timely and successful delivery of projects.
  • Take ownership of multiple projects and programs concurrently, driving each through its lifecycle from ideation to successful execution.
  
  
  
  
• Quantitative & Analytical Orientation:
  
  
  
  • Apply strong quantitative analysis and conceptual thinking to business decision-making, with a focus on problem-solving and strategy development.
  • Utilize data-driven insights to assess risks, opportunities, and program performance, making recommendations based on analytics.
  
  
  
  
• Executive Communication:
  
  
  
  • Leverage exceptional written and oral communication skills to communicate strategic insights, program status, and recommendations to executives and cross-functional teams.
  • Lead strategic discussions, influencing decisions and negotiating trade-offs to ensure alignment with business goals.
  
  
  
  
• Results-Oriented Execution:
  
  
  
  • Maintain a clear focus on achieving both short- and long-term goals, driving progress and overcoming challenges in a fluid and fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrate a results-oriented mindset, constantly measuring the effectiveness of strategies and iterating to achieve the desired outcomes.
  
  
  
  

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or related field. MBA or equivalent is a plus.
• Experience:
  
  
  
  • 7+ years of experience in business analysis, strategic planning, or management consulting, with a strong track record in leading complex modernization programs.
  • Experience working with Salesforce, Zuora, and related enterprise systems, with deep knowledge of their underlying business processes.
  • Proven ability to analyze complex business problems and devise data-driven solutions that drive operational efficiencies and strategic success.
  • Previous consulting experience is highly desirable.
  
  
  
  
• Skills & Competencies:
  
  
  
  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills with a strong quantitative orientation, able to make sound decisions based on analytics.
  • Excellent executive-level communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate across teams and levels.
  • Ability to thrive in a cross-functional environment, working closely with stakeholders from diverse departments (Sales, IT, Finance, Product, etc.).
  • Strong project management skills with experience overseeing multiple programs and projects concurrently.
  
  
  
  
• Personal Attributes:
  
  
  
  • Strategic, forward-thinking mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and organizational transformation.
  • High degree of integrity, self-motivation, and accountability.
  • Results-driven and able to deliver on commitments in an evolving business landscape.
  
  
  
  

If you are a strategic, results-oriented leader with a passion for driving business transformation and have a proven track record in managing complex programs, we'd love to hear from you!

Compensation: Hourly W2 pay rate $80- $90

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

* Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.

* The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.

* Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)

* Behavioral Health Platform

* Medical, Dental, Vision

* Health Savings Account

* Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)

* Voluntary Term Life Insurance

* 401K

* Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

* Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.