Functional SME HCM

In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide expert functional and technical advice to support ongoing operations and enhancements within the Human Capital Management (HCM) domain. Each day, you will leverage your Workday expertise, systems knowledge, and understanding of HR processes to drive continuous improvement in user experience, data integrity, and process efficiency. You will also oversee solution design, validate functionality, and ensure alignment with global standards and regulatory requirements.

The work model for the role is: flexible / global (remote/hybrid depending on location).

This role is contributing to the HR Experience (HREX) – Process, Data and Technology organization globally. Main stakeholders include HR business teams, Application Owners, Knowledge & Content Managers, and cross-functional IS and governance teams.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Defining the feasibility of solutions, including implementation approach and interaction with existing Workday and integrated systems.
• Providing solutions and resolutions for HCM application issues through testing, investigation, and root cause analysis.
• Designing, configuring, and optimizing Workday HCM solutions aligned with business needs and global standards.
• Supporting release management, including evaluation of new features, testing, and deployment readiness in collaboration with Application Owners.

You will join a collaborative, global, and high-performing team, where innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing are actively encouraged, enabling you to grow and thrive.

• You have strong expertise in Workday HCM, including configuration, business processes, and integrations.
• You are an effective communicator, able to engage stakeholders globally and manage cross-functional collaboration.
• You bring at least 2+ years of hands-on experience working with Workday HCM modules; Workday Pro certification is a strong advantage.
• You possess a solid understanding of HR processes and the employee lifecycle, with the ability to translate business requirements into system solutions.
• You demonstrate strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and functional troubleshooting skills.
• You are highly skilled in release management, testing processes, and evaluating system enhancements.
• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

More about us

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values—care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration—combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.

The ABB HR Experience Process, Data and Technology organization is committed to delivering a world-class HR experience by integrating processes, data, and technology. We collaborate closely with the business to enhance HR systems, improve end-to-end processes, and ensure a seamless and consistent global employee experience.

Locations are flexible for this global role. While collaboration across European and US EST time zones is expected, we will select the most qualified candidate regardless of location.

US only (if applicable): This position is expected to pay between $92,500 and $171,500 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.