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Workday Analyst roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring a bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field. Employers across healthcare, finance, and enterprise tech regularly file LCAs for this role, making it one of the more H-1B-accessible positions in the ERP space.
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INTRODUCTION
WeightWatchers is a global digital health company and the world’s #1 doctor-recommended, clinically studied behavioral weight health program. For sixty years, we have led the industry by blending science and community to help millions of people build sustainable healthy habits.
As the science of weight health rapidly evolves, so does WeightWatchers. We are redefining the category by developing new clinical pathways for GLP-1 medication access, creating specialized behavioral programs for members on weight-loss medications, and integrating medical care with our proven habit-change framework. By combining these clinical breakthroughs with our digital-first community, we are uniquely positioned to lead the future of weight health care.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a Temp Senior Workday Analyst who will play a critical role in supporting, enhancing, and optimising our Workday HCM landscape. This position blends deep functional expertise with hands-on technical capability across integrations, reporting, and system configuration. You will work across Core HCM modules and Integrations, partner closely with People Team, Payroll and IT stakeholders, and ensure our Workday environment remains accurate, compliant, and scalable. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who can translate business needs into robust Workday solutions while driving a seamless and intuitive user experience.
Time Type: Full-time, temp to permanent role
Key Responsibilities:
Integration Development & Management
- Maintain and troubleshoot existing Workday integrations, ensuring accuracy, stability, and timely issue resolution.
- As business needs evolve, support the design, testing, and deployment of new integrations using Workday tools such as Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, PECI, and REST/SOAP APIs.
- Support integration upgrades and maintain clear documentation and version control.
- Improve integration efficiency and replace legacy interfaces in line with the Workday roadmap.
Core HCM Configuration and System Optimisation
- Lead the design, configuration, and maintenance of Core HCM foundation elements, including Supervisory Organizations, Staffing Models, Job Profiles, and Position Management.
- Build and optimize complex Business Processes (BPs) with advanced condition rules and notifications to streamline HR operations.
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Serve as the primary owner for Tier 1 and Tier 2 support tickets, ensuring timely resolution of end-user inquiries and system issues.
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Tier 1: Manage routine requests (security access, navigation help, basic data corrections).
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Tier 2: Perform deep-dive troubleshooting for configuration errors, BP failures, and data discrepancies.
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Manage mass data updates in Workday via EIBs, applying rigorous validation, audit controls, and reconciliation processes to ensure data integrity and alignment with governance standards.
- Conduct regular system health checks, audits, and root-cause analysis to proactively resolve issues and reduce manual work across People Operations.
- Manage configuration updates across multiple releases, validating impacts, performing regression testing, and ensuring seamless adoption of new functionality.
Workday Absence Ownership
- Act as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for the Workday Absence module.
- Manage absence plans, accruals, eligibility rules, leave types, carryover rules, and country-specific configurations.
- Ensure absence processes align with internal policies and applicable employment legislation.
- Maintain and update configurations to reflect policy or regulatory changes.
- Perform regular audits to ensure data accuracy, SOX compliance, and system integrity.
Reporting, Analytics, and Compliance
- Build and maintain advanced/matrix Workday reports, dashboards, and calculated fields to provide the leadership team with real-time, actionable data insights.
- Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance across the tenant.
- Provide insights and analytics to support decision-making, workforce planning, and audit requirements.
- Partner with People and Legal teams to ensure configuration aligns with regulatory changes.
Stakeholder Consultation and Management
- Act as a trusted advisor to People, Payroll, and business leaders, translating requirements into scalable Workday solutions.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and introduce automation to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
- Lead discovery sessions, gather requirements, and document functional specifications.
- Communicate complex Workday concepts in clear, accessible language for non-technical stakeholders across regions and time zones.
- Provide training, guidance, and support to People Partners and end users where required.
Your Profile:
- Professional Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Workday HCM, specifically focused on system configuration and functional administration.
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience administering the Workday Absence module.
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Demonstrated expertise in:
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Workday integrations (Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, APIs)
- Reporting, dashboards, and calculated fields
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Business process configuration and Security
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Experience with Workday Extend is highly desirable.
- Experience working within a ticketing system (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, or Workday Help) to manage and resolve Tier 1 and Tier 2 escalations.
- A naturally curious mindset, with a proactive approach to exploring new functionality and identifying opportunities for optimisation and automation.
- Strong understanding of HR processes and their translation into effective Workday configuration and functionality.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong capability in identifying and implementing process improvements across HR operations.
- Exceptional analytical and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
- Effective stakeholder management and collaboration skills across global teams.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
COMPENSATION
- US Pay Range: $120,000—$125,000 USD
Base salary may vary depending on, but not limited to: skills, experience, and location. This role is also eligible for a comprehensive benefits package and annual bonus program.
At WeightWatchers, our mission is to build a worldwide community connected by healthy habits. If that resonates with you, then we would love to talk. WeightWatchers values developing community within our employee population as well. We have a hybrid work environment to allow our employees to find the right work-life balance.
It is our priority to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed as individuals, as an organization, and as fellow humans, to advocate for and support our employees, our members, and our communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
By agreeing to participate in our process, you agree that any information we collect is subject to our Privacy Policy.
RECRUITMENT SECURITY & FRAUD PREVENTION
At WeightWatchers, we prioritize the security of our candidates. To ensure you are communicating with a legitimate representative of our team, please keep the following security standards in mind:
- Verified Email Domain: All official correspondence from our recruiting team will originate from an @ww.com email address.
- Live Engagement: Our hiring process requires live interaction. We do not conduct interviews or extend employment offers solely through text message, chat apps, or automated email-only exchanges.
- Financial Integrity: WeightWatchers will never ask for any form of payment from a candidate. We will never send you a check with instructions to purchase equipment or "start-up kits" on our behalf.
- Secure Data Collection: Sensitive personal information (such as banking or identity tax info) is only requested through our official, secure onboarding portal after a formal offer has been extended, never during the interview phase.
Stay Vigilant: If you are contacted by someone claiming to represent WeightWatchers and the process deviates from these standards, please do not share any personal information. You can verify any open position by visiting our official careers page.
Maryland
Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test. An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100.
Massachusetts
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
WeightWatchers complies with all applicable Rhode Island Workers' Compensation laws (Chapters 29-38 of the R.I. General Laws). Eligible employees are covered by worker's compensation insurance for work-related injuries or illness.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Workday Analyst
Map your degree to Workday's SOC code
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field to the role's SOC code. Workday Analyst positions typically file under Computer Systems Analyst. Pull the O*NET profile for that code and confirm your transcript reflects the required field before applications go out.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Workday Analyst roles by employers who have filed recent H-1B LCAs. Employers with consistent filing history signal an established sponsorship process, reducing the risk of an offer collapsing at the petition stage.
Prioritize STEM-adjacent ERP certifications now
Workday Pro certifications in HCM, Financials, or Integrations strengthen your specialty occupation argument by demonstrating domain-specific technical training. Employers filing your H-1B petition need evidence the role requires specialized knowledge, and vendor certifications directly support that claim.
Confirm the employer files cap-subject petitions
Hospitals, universities, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt H-1B employers. If you're an F-1 student on OPT targeting the April lottery, cap-exempt employers won't help you. Verify whether the employer's filing history is cap-subject or cap-exempt before investing time in their process.
Request the LCA before signing any offer letter
Your employer must file the LCA with DOL and receive certification before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition. Ask the recruiter whether the LCA has been submitted or is in progress. A signed offer letter without an LCA timeline leaves you without work authorization certainty.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating salary
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your role by location and experience level using the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the LCA-certified wage. Negotiating below that threshold forces the employer to refile, delaying your petition start date.
H-1B Visa Workday Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Workday Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Workday Analyst positions consistently qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as information systems, computer science, or business analytics. USCIS looks at whether the role theoretically and practically requires that specific degree. Employers filing under the Computer Systems Analyst SOC code have a well-established track record of H-1B approvals for this role.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most frequently for Workday Analysts?
Healthcare systems, financial services firms, and large enterprise companies with significant HR or finance operations are the heaviest Workday users and therefore the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Consulting firms that implement Workday for clients also file regularly, since they need certified analysts across multiple client environments. Browse verified H-1B-sponsoring employers for this role on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Workday Analyst role without losing status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, provided you're in valid H-1B status and the new role is in the same or a closely related specialty occupation. Workday Analyst to Workday Analyst transfers are straightforward from a specialty occupation standpoint. Confirm the new employer is prepared to file promptly to preserve your continuous status.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer's Workday project ends or my role is eliminated?
H-1B status is employer-specific, so a layoff or project end triggers your 60-day grace period. During those 60 days you can find a new employer willing to file an H-1B transfer, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. Workday Analyst skills are in consistent demand across industries, which means the 60-day window is often enough time to secure a transfer if your job search starts immediately.
Do Workday certifications improve my chances of H-1B approval?
They don't directly affect USCIS adjudication, but Workday Pro certifications strengthen the specialty occupation argument the employer makes in your petition. When USCIS issues a Request for Evidence questioning whether the role requires a specialized degree, certification documentation gives the employer concrete evidence of technical specialization. For premium-processing petitions where RFEs can slow approval, having that documentation ready upfront matters.