New Hire & HR Operations Manager - Workday

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Who You’ll Work With

You’ll join our Americas HR Operations team, partnering closely with HR, Recruiting, Program Management, and cross‑functional stakeholders across the region. This team plays a critical role in delivering high‑quality HR operational support and ensuring seamless employee lifecycle processes across Bain offices in the Americas.

WHERE YOU’LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAM

As the Manager leading the New Hire Workday team, you’ll oversee a group responsible for executing and managing system‑related HR processes for employees across the Americas. You’ll combine operational expertise, people leadership, and process improvement capabilities to ensure exceptional service delivery in a fast‑paced and deadline‑driven environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a highly collaborative environment, enjoys solving complex operational challenges, and brings a customer‑service mindset alongside strong leadership and organizational skills.

What You’ll Do

Lead HR Operations & System Administration

• Oversee operational processes related to new hire administration across the Americas
• Support and execute Workday transactions for new hires, interns, Summer Associates, employee leaves, and departures
• Generate and manage applicable onboarding documentation and associated system updates
• Serve as a subject matter expert on HR systems, policies, and operational processes
• Understand and manage dependencies across cross‑functional teams and stakeholders

Manage & Develop the Team

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Operations professionals
• Create and manage work plans, cycle calendars, and operational priorities
• Ensure service level agreements and major deadlines are consistently met
• Facilitate strong communication and collaboration between the team and leadership
• Support onboarding and training for new team members
• Foster a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement

Partner with Stakeholders

• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR teams, business leaders, and internal customers
• Provide guidance on HR processes, policies, and system functionality
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency
• Support change management initiatives and process optimization efforts
• Balance business needs, customer experience, and operational priorities

Drive Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct audits to ensure data accuracy and process quality
• Troubleshoot system issues and identify operational solutions
• Respond to ad hoc reporting and analysis requests
• Proactively identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Use feedback and insights to enhance team performance and customer experience

About You

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 5–7+ years of HR experience
• Strong understanding of HR fundamentals, including employee lifecycle processes and HR operations
• Experience working with HR systems and operational workflows
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Ability to build consensus and collaborate across diverse stakeholder groups
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion and ability to manage confidential information
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• English language fluency (written and verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as an HR Business Generalist
• Experience in a consulting or professional services environment
• Experience leading or mentoring team members

Working Model

This role follows a hybrid model, requiring in‑office presence at least 1 day per week.

U.S. Compensation Information

Compensation for this role includes base salary, an annual discretionary performance bonus, and 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service. In Dallas, TX, the good‑faith, reasonable annualized full‑time salary range for this role is between $104,500 and $125,500; placement within these ranges will vary based on factors such as experience, education, training, and skill level. Compensation also includes a discretionary annual performance bonus, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Annual discretionary performance bonus
• 4.5% 401(k) company contribution, increasing after 3 years of service and 100% vested upon start date

Role

Some local governments in the United States require a good‑faith, reasonable salary range to be included in job postings for open roles. The estimated annualized compensation for this role is as follows:

Bain & Company's comprehensive benefits and wellness program

• 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck
• Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Fully vested 401(k) company contribution
• Paid Life and Long‑Term Disability insurance
• Annual fitness reimbursements