HR Systems Analyst - Oracle or Workday

As an HR Systems Analyst at Macquarie Technology Group, your primary responsibilities will include serving as the system administrator and superuser for all People & Culture systems. You will manage the central P&C processes through MyPlace (Oracle HCM) and drive continuous improvements while automating processes to enhance user experience. Additionally, you will be responsible for reporting, anticipating management information needs, supporting employees and people managers with system queries, and managing vendor relationships.

To qualify for the HR Systems Analyst role at Macquarie Technology Group, candidates should possess at least 5 years of experience as a system analyst, including experience as a system administrator and superuser. Familiarity with Oracle HCM and/or Workday is essential, along with strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities for reporting, and a solid understanding of HR practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities are also crucial.

Macquarie Technology Group is committed to investing in your professional growth. As an HR Systems Analyst, you will have access to numerous learning and development opportunities including Gallup strengths-based training and defined career pathways. The company's culture prioritizes internal mobility, encouraging you to explore different roles within the organization to enrich your career.

The HR Systems Analyst role at Macquarie Technology Group embraces a hybrid work model that allows for three days of in-office work in Sydney's CBD and two days of remote work each week. This setup promotes a healthy work-life balance while facilitating collaboration with the team during in-person meetings and celebrations of success.

Macquarie Technology Group has been recognized as one of the top places to work, holding the title of Australia’s #2 Great Place to Work in 2023 and a Global Winner of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for 2024. The company’s strong focus on team collaboration, continuous improvement, and recognition of achievements creates an engaging and fulfilling environment for HR professionals.

In answering this question, articulate specific examples of how you have used Oracle HCM or Workday in previous roles. Discuss any relevant projects where you managed or enhanced these systems and share any quantitative outcomes that showcase your impact on efficiency and user experience.

Highlight your understanding of the importance of automation in enhancing efficiency. Discuss methodologies or tools you have used in previous roles, providing examples of processes that you successfully automated and the outcomes of these improvements.

Share your approach to building strong relationships with stakeholders, which may include effective communication, understanding their needs, and involving them in the decision-making process. Provide examples of past experiences that illustrate your ability to influence and manage relationships positively.

Discuss the tools you are proficient in, such as Excel or specific reporting software. Provide examples of reports you've created, the data you analyzed, and how your insights drove decision-making in your organization.

Explain your continuous improvement process, emphasizing the importance of feedback loops, assessing current systems' performance, and collaborating with your team to implement enhancements. Highlight a specific project where you successfully led these changes.

Outline your time management techniques, such as using task lists, setting priorities based on urgency and importance, and keeping open communication with your team. Provide an example of a time you effectively managed competing priorities.

Emphasize the significance of clear communication in your role, particularly when collaborating with P&C teams and stakeholders. Discuss how you ensure everyone is informed and aligned on project goals and outcomes.

Share your problem-solving approach, such as gathering information, identifying the root cause, and developing a step-by-step resolution process. Provide an example of a specific challenge you faced and how you resolved it effectively.

Choose a project where you made a significant impact, and outline your role in it from conception through execution. Highlight the outcomes and the specific skills you utilized, such as project management, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis.

Demonstrate your industry knowledge by discussing current trends such as artificial intelligence in HR, the shift to cloud-based systems, and the importance of user experience. Offer insights on how these trends may influence the future of HR practices.