People Systems Manager (Workday)

TL;DR

People Systems Manager (Workday): Leading the development and operation of core HR and payroll systems with an accent on Workday ecosystem configuration, integrations, and scalable architecture. Focus on driving team growth, managing cross-functional technical projects, and implementing AI-enabled capabilities to support global business expansion.

Location: Must be based in Toronto, Canada; in-office attendance required at least 4 days per week.

Salary: $144,500 - $170,000 CAD

Company

hirify.global is a fintech company on a mission to democratize finance for all by building frontier technology to solve major financial problems.

What you will do

• Lead and evolve core People Systems with a primary focus on Workday functionality and technical architecture.
• Act as a player-coach, driving hands-on configuration, integration design, and technical execution.
• Manage and develop a distributed team of employees and contractors, fostering accountability and growth.
• Design, build, and maintain complex integrations, including EIBs and Workday Studio solutions.
• Partner with HR, Recruiting, Finance, and Engineering to deliver scalable systems architecture.
• Collaborate with AI engineering teams to integrate automation and AI-enabled capabilities into HR platforms.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience in People Systems or HRIS, with 2+ years in management.
• 4+ years of hands-on Workday experience, specifically in Core HCM.
• Proficiency in building Workday integrations, including EIBs and Workday Studio.
• Experience with recruiting tools such as Greenhouse or Ashby.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience navigating fast-paced environments.
• Must be able to work from the Toronto office at least 4 days per week.

Culture & Benefits

• Performance-driven compensation structure including bonuses and equity.
• Top-tier benefits package including supplemental health insurance and mental health support.
• Flexible lifestyle wallet for wellness, childcare, and learning expenses.
• Comprehensive time off policy including parental leave, volunteer time, and paid holidays.
• Dynamic, high-impact work environment with a focus on innovation and in-person collaboration.
• Commuter stipend to support in-office travel costs.