Job Description
H1: Business Systems Information Application Analyst (Workday) - Join the Prestigious Law Firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP!
H2: Opportunity to Work with a Global Powerhouse in Complex Transactions, Litigation/Controversy Issues, and Regulatory Matters
Job Title: Business Systems Information Application Analyst (Workday)
Location: White Plains, New York (Hybrid Remote/In-Office)
Salary: $140,000 - $155,000
Experience: Minimum of 5 years as an Application Analyst or similar role
About Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) is renowned as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Our lawyers are known for their innovative thinking, intellectual prowess, teamwork, and tenacity in delivering the highest quality legal advice and solutions to our clients. With 21 offices in major financial centers around the world and a diverse team of attorneys, we are a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Business Systems Information Application Analyst to join our team at Skadden. In this role, you will be responsible for configuring, supporting, and implementing Workday applications and reports, troubleshooting issues, managing system updates, and collaborating with business users to ensure the related applications and reports meet their needs. This position is based in our White Plains office and offers a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Please note that we are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle project life cycle development and support of Workday Applications and Reporting including Workday Time Tracking as well as other applications, interfaces, and customizations and custom reports. - Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams, including both technical and business stakeholders, to align solutions with business objectives and technical requirements. - Troubleshoot and resolve application issues. - Provide training and support to application users. - Develop and maintain Workday Reports. - Participate in validation of new Workday features and functions as part of the Workday release process. - Provide project planning and technical input for development projects that impact the Firm's applications. - Prepare technical specifications in support of business specifications. - Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for system modifications and enhancements. - Develop and implement production implementation and/or upgrade plans and ongoing support for the Firm's applications. - Collaborate with other IT team members to ensure system integration. - Maintain application documentation and related procedures. - Stay current with the latest methods and technologies as they relate to Workday. - Provide clear and timely feedback to department managers and project managers as required. - Demonstrate effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others. - Manage Firm resources responsibly. - Comply with and understand Firm operation, policies, and procedures. - Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Proficiency with Workday, Workday configuration, Workday Time Tracking (and/or other modules), and Workday Reporting - Experience and thorough knowledge working with the Firm's specific applications, including Workday and other systems - Knowledge of job-related technology and development life cycle methodologies - Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server and Transact SQL - Familiarity with providing dataset to large language models, prompt engineering, and related fine-tuning practices a plus. This includes implementing data preprocessing techniques to clean, normalize, and augment datasets for generative model training and/or machine learning workloads - Ability to maintain and provide support for a developer virtual machine, including software installation and support - Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing - Close attention to detail - Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills - Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities - Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality - Ability to organize and prioritize work - Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment - Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team - Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment - Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree - Minimum of five years' experience as an Application Analyst or similar role
Culture & Life at Skadden
At Skadden, we believe that our people and the culture, community, and spirit of collaboration we have created are what make us special. We value teamwork and inspire each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion, equity, and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of diverse talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and professional staff.
Benefits
We care about the overall well-being of our team, which is why we offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
- Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses. - Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits. - Generous paid time off. - Paid leave options, including parental. - In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities. - Robust well-being classes and programs. - Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.
Join the Prestigious Law Firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP as a Business Systems Information Application Analyst (Workday) and work with a global powerhouse in complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues
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