Business Analyst 3 (Part-Time)

Business Analyst 3 (Part-Time) LOCATION: Remote (PST time preferred) PAY RANGE: $47 - $57/hr. DURATION: 12 Months SCHEDULE: 20 hours/week with flexible days and hours TOP 3 SKILLS: 5-8+ years of hands-on experience in HRIS, HR Technology, or Business Systems Analysis roles Direct experience working with Workday Recruiting, including configuration, testing, and support Experience partnering with HR, Recruiting, or Talent Acquisition teams to improve processes and systems Company: Our client is a global leader in creative software, offering innovative tools for digital media creation, design, and marketing. Key Responsibilities: We are seeking a highly capable Business Analyst to support and optimize the Talent Acquisition technology ecosystem, with a primary focus on Workday Recruiting. This role goes beyond traditional requirements gathering and testing-acting as a strategic partner to Global Talent Acquisition Operations (GTAO) to drive system integrity, scalability, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate combines deep functional expertise in recruiting, basic Workday configuration, strong testing capabilities, and the ability to drive accountability among stakeholders while improving processes and data quality. Requirements & Solution Design Lead discovery and design sessions to ensure GTAO has clearly defined business needs into clear, actionable requirements Perform impact analysis across Workday Recruiting and downstream integrations to ensure changes are scalable and do not introduce risk Testing Strategy & Execution Lead the end-to-end testing lifecycle, including development of test strategy, plans, scenarios, and scripts Own QA execution and defect management, ensuring timely identification and resolution of issues Partner with GTAO to support and facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), ensuring business requirements are fully validated Workday Configuration & System Optimization Perform basic configuration within Workday Recruiting, including: Business process modifications Notifications, alerts, and questionnaires Recommend and implement continuous improvements to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort Core Skills & Experience Required: Functional & Technical Skills Strong experience with Workday Recruiting testing required Basic experience with Workday Recruiting configuration required Deep understanding of end-to-end recruiting processes and workflows Experience with QA/UAT methodologies and defect management Ability to perform system impact analysis across integrations and downstream processes Analytical & Problem-Solving Strong ability to diagnose issues, identify root causes, and recommend scalable solutions High attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and system integrity Comfortable working with complex scenarios and incomplete information Stakeholder & Influence Skills Proven ability to manage and influence cross-functional stakeholders Strong communication skills-able to translate technical concepts into clear business language Ways of Working Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to shifting business needs Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency Strong customer orientation balanced with enforcing process and system discipline Tools & Technology Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint) Experience working with HR systems, integrations, and SaaS platforms Comfortable leveraging AI tools to improve productivity, documentation, and analysis What Success Looks Like: High-quality, defect-free releases, delivered on time Reduced manual rework and data inconsistencies Clear, scalable solutions that support long-term TA strategy Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related field - or equivalent practical experience. Equivalent experience may include: 5-8+ years of hands-on experience in HRIS, HR Technology, or Business Systems Analysis roles Direct experience working with Workday Recruiting, including configuration, testing, and support Demonstrated ability to: Translate business requirements into system solutions Lead UAT/QA testing and manage defects Support system implementations or enhancements Experience partnering with HR, Recruiting, or Talent Acquisition teams to improve processes and systems BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching. IND123