Specialist HR Systems

ABOUT AMGEN

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world's toughest diseases, and make people's lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what's known today.  

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description:

Amgen is seeking a Specialist HR Systems & Solutions (Compensation Configuration). The Specialist HR Systems & Solutions (Compensation Configuration) will report to the Associate Director HR Technology.

The successful incumbent will have previous extensive experience with configuring the Workday Compensation and Advanced compensation modules.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Serve as the key Workday configuration expert on Core Compensation and Advanced Compensation modules.

• Support the annual compensation review cycle, including merit increase, bonus, and equity grant processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established timelines.

• Lead research, evaluation, planning, and deployment of technology-related HR initiatives.

• Advise the Business Product Owner on Workday Best Practices and opportunities for innovation.

• Deliver training materials and partner in change management efforts and organizational readiness.

• Support other functional areas such as Core HCM, recruitment, Time/Absence, and Payroll as necessary.

• Apply Amgen's Information Security and Privacy policies, standards, and processes to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of our HR data.

• As needed, function as Project Manager for enhancements in the Total Rewards space.

• Work with HR Technology service provider for complex project implementations.

• Responsible for successful implementation of new functionality and/or processes within project timelines.

• Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to compensation management and Workday functionality.

Basic Qualifications and Experience:

• 5 years minimum experience in human resources with hands on experience with the Compensation and Advanced compensation modules within Workday
• Master's degree, OR
• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of HR IS experience

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong configuration knowledge of Workday's Compensation and Advanced Compensation modules
• Experience in creating and using Workday reports
• 10+ years' experience in human resources

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical (technical and business), problem solving skills, and attention to detail
• Strong verbal, written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
• Strong technical acumen, logic, judgement and decision-making
• Strong initiative and desire to learn and grow
• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
• Exemplary adherence to ethics, data privacy and compliance policies

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.