Contract, HRIS, People Systems Fellow

PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company. For over 25 years our team has been deeply committed to a unified purpose: Extending life’s moments for children and adults living with a rare disease.

At PTC, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team, fostering a strong sense of belonging.

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Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

PTC is proud to present the Talent Pipeline Program, a pioneering initiative aimed at cultivating the next generation of industry leaders. With a legacy of 26 years marked by resilience, innovation, and success, PTC understands the importance of investing in talented individuals who exhibit persistence and a strong work ethic.

The Talent Pipeline Program is a one-year comprehensive training and real-world work experience opportunity tailored for recent university graduates. This program is designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional application, equipping participants with the skills and experience necessary to excel in their careers.

At PTC, we believe in nurturing talent and providing a supportive environment where recent graduates can thrive. The Talent Pipeline Program is our commitment to empowering the next generation and investing in a brighter future for all.

The HRIS Specialist, People Systems will be part of a team that handles employee confidential data and supports the systems relating to personnel data (Workday). This position will offer an inquisitive fast learner the opportunity to be trained on Workday, a leading HR and payroll enterprise application. The program will build solid knowledge in core HR information system fundamentals with the intent to build a future HRIS/People Systems Leader or Subject Matter Expert.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will be focused on HR Information Systems (Workday) as a People Systems team member and will have the opportunity to gain overall working knowledge of HR processes.

• Learn and support in troubleshooting of Workday HR system issues.

• Learn our Workday core HCM system and how it enables everyday Employee HR related tasks, understand management of personnel confidential data.

• Analyze and problem solve People System production tickets.

• Provide day-to-day support for issues related to HR Systems by investigating problems and developing detailed suggestions for resolution of issues.

• Learn Workday Business Processes, its configuration and maintenance for PTC HR teams.

• Will be responsible for entering and maintaining system data transactions sent from the HR business partners and HR Operations team.

• Learn basics of how data feeds into and out of the Workday HR System from vendors and other systems to provide support.

• Learn and support in troubleshooting for basic ServiceNow-related issues.

• Learn and perform system administration tasks and system maintenance of ServiceNow HR Case Management module.

• Assist in creating and maintaining content for the global employee portal (PTC Connect) with audiences that include employees and HR 

• Work with IT and the Programs and Analytics team to build out the ServiceNow (or Power BI) dashboard to better leverage ticket metrics.

• Respond to tickets in ServiceNow. 

• Learn basics of how data feeds into and out of the Workday HR System from other internal PTC applications. Understand the interdependency of Worker data and other corporate applications.

• Learn to provide configuration support with Core HCM, Security, Benefits, Absence and Recruiting in collaboration with other People System team members.

• Will be responsible for creating reports for the HR team and leaders as needed.

• Support year-end Compensation module launches, Open Enrollment and other HR annual cycle activities.

• Regularly communicate status and challenges to team members and management.
  Recommend process improvements and innovative solutions.

•  Assist in providing training and support to new and existing users of Workday HCM.

• Learn and stay informed about Workday HCM updates and enhancements, participating in training and development opportunities.

• Collaborate with other HR teams to understand issues that need resolving. Assist users with "how to" questions.

• Perform other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Excellent written, verbal, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with strong working knowledge of excel, including writing

• Macros and data manipulation.

• Superb attention to detail, analytical, customer centric approach.

• Strong leadership skills, ability to listen and influence.

• A positive can-do attitude and willingness to learn.

• Excellent time management and project leadership.

• This is a one (1) year Talent Pipeline Program, and the candidate/applicant must be able to

• complete the entire one-year program.

• Fellow must be a recent college graduate

For consideration, each applicant MUST answer the four (4) questions below in your cover

letter to be considered for this one-year PTC Talent Pipeline Program.

1. Why do you want to be part of this program? 

2. How do you feel like you can make a difference in the world? 

3. What would it mean to you to work for a cause as much as a company?

  4. What interests you most with this opportunity?

EEO Statement:

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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