Lead Analyst (Two year term position)

Job Description Reporting to the Associate Director, HR Systems, the Lead Analyst serves as one of the functional leads for a portfolio of university-wide HR systems, which may include Harvard's Learning Management System (LMS) environment, PeopleSoft Payroll, and related HR applications. The Lead Analyst partners with stakeholders across Harvard to lead projects, analyze business needs, drive system enhancements, and ensure applications effectively support HR initiatives and operations. This role provides functional leadership for complex projects, mentors other analysts, and serves as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Lead requirements gathering, business process analysis, testing, implementation, and change management activities. Coordinate system integrations and business processes across HR applications, as well as other Harvard systems, third‑party vendors and IT teams. Provide guidance, mentorship, and work coordination for other analysts on the HR Systems team working on the same project. Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point. Partner with the Associate Director, HR Systems to support portfolio planning, project prioritization, and resource coordination. Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while ensuring high‑quality service and support Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Basic Qualifications are the minimum threshold a candidate must meet in order to be considered for this role. Minimum of seven years’ post‑secondary education or relevant work experience Supervisory experience Additional Qualifications and Skills: The following qualifications are strongly preferred. If you meet some, but not all, you are still encouraged to apply; we value employees with a willingness to learn. 10+ years of experience in business systems analysis and/or product management with progressive responsibility of managing complex IT environments. Experience with running and managing large IT projects, with a cross‑functional agile team. Demonstrated ability to build and foster a broad range of business relationships with administrators, human resources, faculty affairs, and finance professionals. Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and mentor teams. Must be passionate about delivering great service and driving on products and projects in the public interest. Strong organizational skills, communication skills (written, oral and presentation) with a concern for accuracy, details and quality to cross‑functional and non‑technical business owners. Strong knowledge about the business processes and related technologies that support HR, finance, and faculty affairs teams. Ability to think strategically while working through tactical short‑term priorities. Experience working with the Agile methodology. Certificates and Licenses: Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred Additional Information Working Conditions: Onsite work is performed in an office setting. Appointment End Date: This is a fully benefited, full‑time Harvard University position that has been funded for two years from date of hire. There is the possibility of renewal, contingent upon your work performance meeting the needs of the department and the continued availability of funding designed to support the position. Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position Pre‑Employment Screening: Identity Other Information: Please provide a cover letter and resume as one document with your application. This position has a 180‑day orientation and review period. Work Format Details This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non‑Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard‑designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment. Salary Grade and Ranges This position is salary grade level 059. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information. Benefits Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work‑life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: Generous paid time off including parental leave Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one Retirement plans with university contributions Wellbeing and mental health resources Support for families and caregivers Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. EEO/Non‑Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. 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