Business Analyst - Workday

The University of Otago Te Whare Wānanga o Otāgo The University of Otago is New Zealand’s first university and one of its finest. It is a leader across all fields of academic endeavour – the humanities, sciences, health sciences and... Te mahi | The role As a Business Analyst, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering Workday solutions that support the University's future needs. Working alongside subject matter experts, Workday Functional Leads, implementation partners, and project specialists, you'll help translate business requirements into practical solutions that deliver real value. You’ll engage with stakeholders across the University to understand current processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and support the successful implementation of Workday. Key responsibilities Gathering and documenting business requirements. Supporting Workday solution and process design. Partnering with stakeholders and vendors to deliver outcomes. Supporting data, testing, and business readiness activities. Required qualifications Experience as a Business Analyst delivering projects in complex organisational environments, including working on a Workday HCM. Familiarity with Workday modules (HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Recruiting, Learning, Talent and Performance, Time Tracking). Experience in understanding and transforming Job Architecture and Organisation structures preferred. Experience with Job Architecture and Organisation Structure design would be advantageous but is not essential. The Transformation and Improvement team supports the University's success through strategic programme delivery and business process improvement. This high-profile, multi-year programme spans HR, Digital, Finance, and other areas across the University, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to a significant organisational transformation. This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), fixed-term position for 24 months, based in Ōtepoti Dunedin, with the possibility of extension. We also welcome applications from candidates based elsewhere in New Zealand who can work remotely, with occasional travel to Dunedin as required. The University offers a competitive salary, five weeks' annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and excellent work-life balance. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. #J-18808-Ljbffr