HR System Solution Architect- Workday

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success.

As a Solution Architect within PNC's HR Information Systems organization, you will be based in Columbus or Cleveland, OH; Houston or Dallas TX; Downers Grove or Chicago IL; Pittsburgh, PA; Atlanta, GA; Denver, CO; East Brunswick, NJ or Birmingham, AL.

The role serves as the subject matter expert for one of the Workday models and is responsible for ensuring proper configuration and execution within Workday to support the organization’s strategic priorities and business objectives. You will be responsible for working with stakeholders to enhance existing configuration and processes, as well as implement new functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for one of the Workday module (Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, HCM Core, Recruiting, Talent, Learning)

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop roadmaps and prioritize work efforts within area of support.

• Coordinate work efforts with stakeholders and assigned resources.

• Identify new functionality and enhancements that will help support the priorities and objectives of stakeholders and the organization overall.

• Remain current on Workday updates, including new features and changes to existing functionality.

Experience

• At least 3 years of experience configuring and supporting at least one major Workday module (Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, HCM Core, Recruiting, Talent, Learning).

• At least 3 years of hands-on Workday configuration experience required.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Analyzes, design and implements the organization's Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) platform, which may include system administration/support, improving the efficiency data collection and acting as a subject-matter expert for applicable systems/processes.

• Consults on the evaluation, design and analysis of HRIS for the organization and overseeing related activities and projects.

• Reviews data input, output and reports to ensure the accuracy of data in the HRIS.

• Monitors and recommends solutions for improving the efficiency of data collection and reporting procedures.

• Provides end user support and coordinates with other human resources functions to ensure that the HRIS is adequately and efficiently supports the organization's human resources practices; May lead process improvements where relevant.

• Recommends and may implement complex systems and technology solutions.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.

• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Decision Making, Human Resources (HR) Software Systems, Human Resources Operations, Results-Oriented, Strategic Planning, Team Collaboration

Competencies

Application Development Consulting, Business Process Improvement, HR: Policies, Standards and Procedures, HRIS Operations, HR Operations, Human Resources Policies, Strategies And Environment, Internal Resource Coordination, Problem Solving, Project Management, Specific HR Systems Application

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $55,000.00 – $119,600.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 03/03/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com .

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at View email address on click.appcast.io . Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call View phone number on click.appcast.io and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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