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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates · 1 day ago

Associate Director, People Technology & Analytics

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$270K/yr - $300K/yr

15+ years exp

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is one of the most prestigious law firms in the world, seeking an Associate Director, People Technology & Analytics. This role is responsible for evolving and optimizing the Firm’s people technology ecosystem and data analytics to improve hiring, retention, and employee experience.

ConsultingLaw EnforcementLegal

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary business owner for Workday HCM and other HR systems, including roadmap, design decisions, release management, and issue escalation

Oversees end-to-end change management for Workday, including requirements, impact assessment, testing, communications, and training

Drives process standardization and optimization where appropriate in partnership with people operations/shared services, compensation, talent management, learning and development and HR business partners

Leads team of HRIS and analytics professionals, ensuring employees are skilled, knowledgeable and engaged

Builds and maintain a robust reporting and analytics framework across HR, including recurring dashboards, ad hoc analyses, and executive-ready insights

Translates business questions into clear requirements; deliver data-driven insights for informing decisions at leadership and functional levels

Develops KPIs and metrics for key people processes, such as hiring, internal mobility, performance, retention, and diversity

Oversees data visualization tools and standard reporting templates to support self-service analytics where appropriate

Ensures consistent definitions and methodologies are used in reporting across the Firm

Establishes and maintains strong data governance practices for people data, including ownership, definitions, and controls

Monitor and improves data quality in Workday and related systems, including audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans

Partner with Legal, Compliance, Benefits, Payroll and IT to manage data privacy, system security, and access controls in line with global regulations

Acts as a trusted advisor to the people teams and business leaders on people technology capabilities and analytics

Facilitates cross-functional discussions to prioritize enhancements and projects based on impact, feasibility, and risk

Works with the people teams to ensure technology and analytics solutions are practical, user-friendly, and aligned with service delivery goals

Builds and leads a high-performing people technology and analytics team

Sets clear objectives and ways of working, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement, accountability creativity, and service excellence

Champions the effective use of people technology and data across the people teams through training office hours, and documentation

Evaluates where and how to leverage AI, automation, and machine learning responsibly across HR processes (e.g., recruiting, engagement analytics, talent management, reporting)

Pilots and scale AI-enabled tools that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and decision quality

Ensures adherence to data privacy and ethical standards in all AI and technology applications

Manages relationships with people technology vendors; oversee contracts, renewals, SLAs, and performance

Leads vendor evaluations and RFPs for new systems or enhancements, ensuring ROI and alignment with enterprise strategy

Partners with IT to maintain cost efficiency and compliance with company standards

Forecasts financial and budget requirements for the department, prepares related reports, and monitors the budget

Monitors time, attendance, overtime, and expense reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with Firm policies

Participates in the interviewing, selection and training process

Initiates disciplinary procedures in collaboration with the Human Resources Department

Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures

Manages Firm resources responsibly

Performs other projects as directed

Qualification

Workday HCMHR data analysisData visualization toolsAIDigital automationHR metricsStakeholder managementTeam leadershipRelationship buildingAttention to detailConfidentialityFlexibility

Required

Strong HR data analysis and reporting skills, including HR metrics and workforce analytics

Solid understanding of core HR processes, such as employee lifecycle, organizational management, compensation, and performance

Demonstrates knowledge of applying AI and digital automation to improve HR efficiency, insight, and employee experience

Proficient in utilizing data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Workday Prism

Ability to translate complex technical and data topics into clear language for non-technical stakeholders

Strong relationship-building skills and comfort working with senior leaders

Curious and solutions oriented, with a bias for action

Skilled in balancing strategic planning with hands-on configuration and analysis

Strong attention to detail, with a focus on data quality and control

Collaborative partner who can influence without relying on formal authority

Emulates, through leadership, the Firm's core values

Knowledge of and ability to administer Firm operations, policies and procedures

Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality

Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment

Flexibility to travel and to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field

Minimum of 15 years of related experience, including HCM systems management and working in a global or multi-country organization with complex organizational structures

Minimum of 5 years' experience building and leading technology teams with varying levels of experience

Minimum of 8 years' experience with Workday HCM in a configuration or product owner role including multiple modules, such as Recruiting, Talent, Performance, Advanced Compensation, or Time and Absence

Benefits

Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.

Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.

Generous paid time off.

Paid leave options, including parental.

In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.

Robust well-being classes and programs.

Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Company

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

Glassdoor3.8

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates delivers the highest quality advice and novel solutions to legal challenges, enabling clients to achieve their business goals.

Founded in 1948

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.skadden.com

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