Workday Functional Analyst

New Jersey Manufacturers Ins.

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NJM - Trenton Until 9/14/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
Job description

We’re seeking a Workday Functional Analyst with expertise in multiple modules to support and enhance our Workday platform. Configuration experience in Recruiting and Talent is a plus. This role serves as a strategic partner to HR and business stakeholders, leading the design, configuration, and optimization of solutions across these functional areas.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, specific hours are subject to selected start times between 8:00am-9:00am pending supervisory approval.

Position is based out of our NJM West Trenton Office. Hybrid opportunity once training is complete.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and optimize Workday Benefits modules, including configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance

  • Configure Workday business processes, security, and organizational structures

  • Gather requirements and lead discovery sessions with HR leaders

  • Translate business requirements into Workday solutions in partnership with HR

  • Write and execute test scenarios for implementations and enhancements

  • Serve as technical SME for Workday projects, including module implementations, upgrades, and new functionality within HCM

  • Communicate system capabilities, limitations, and impacts clearly to stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.

  • 2-4 years hands-on configuration experience in Workday modules. Experience in the Recruiting module is a plus.

  • 2-4 years’ experience with Workday reporting and EIBs.

  • Knowledge and experience of multiple project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).

  • Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment and adapting to change.

  • Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.

  • Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials.

Pay Range: $100,402-$116,574

Eligible full-time employees receive a competitive Total Rewards package, including but not limited to a 401(k) with employer match up to 8% and additional service-based contributions, Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life and Disability coverage, generous PTO, Paid Sick Leave, and paid parental leave in addition to state-mandated leave. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Legal Disclaimer: NJM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that is fully representative of the diversity that exists in the communities in which we do business.

About this role

Summary

Configure and optimize Workday HR modules, gather requirements, serve as SME, support projects.

Job title

Workday Functional Analyst

Experience level

2-4 years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

insurance

Location requirements

On-site in Trenton, hybrid option after training, no remote work.

Salary

$100k–$117k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Workday configurationreportingEIBsHR modulestest scenarios

Preferred skills

Recruiting module

Specializations

WorkdayHRconfigurationreportingmodules
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site

Unknown location

Hybrid