Compensation Technical Business Analyst | PGIM Ireland

A GLOBAL LEADING ASSET MANAGER WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential Financial Inc. (PFI),, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

At PGIM, You Can!

Location : This role is hybrid, based in our Letterkenny office two days a week .

What you can expect:

Are you passionate about solving complex business problems, leveraging data to drive decisions, and improving critical People Team and Compensation processes? Do you thrive in environments where analytical thinking, collaboration, and continuous improvement are valued? If so, this may be the opportunity for you.

You will play a key role in supporting and enhancing Compensation programs through Workday, process management, reporting and business analysis activities. You will partner closely with PT, Finance, Payroll, Technology and vendor partners to ensure critical processes operate efficiently and accurately while driving meaningful improvements across our ecosystem. A core responsibility of this role will be owning and executing the monthly accrual process within Workday, requiring strong analytical capabilities, troubleshooting expertise and a commitment to operational excellence.

What you will do:

- Own and execute the monthly accrual process in Workday, including data validation, reconciliation, issue resolution, root cause analysis and stakeholder communication to ensure timely and accurate results.
- Support and enhance Workday Compensation processes through configuration support, testing, troubleshooting, requirements gathering and production support activities.
- Lead and support business analysis efforts for projects and initiatives by reviewing requirements, assessing impacts, coordinating testing activities and partnering with technology teams on solution delivery.
- Develop, analyze, and deliver reporting, metrics and insights that support business operations, compensation programs, compliance requirements, and strategic decision-making.
- Partner across People Team, Finance, Payroll, Technology, and external vendors to identify opportunities for process improvement, strengthen controls and improve operational effectiveness.

What you will bring:

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Technology, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience in business analysis, data analysis, process management, HR operations, compensation administration or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience working with Workday or similar enterprise HR systems, including reporting, testing, troubleshooting and operational support.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex data, identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and influence outcomes across diverse audiences.

What will set you apart:

- Experience supporting or owning financial accrual, reconciliation, payroll, accounting support, or financial reporting processes.
- Advanced knowledge of Workday Compensation, including configuration support, testing, reporting and issue resolution.
- Experience conducting complex root cause analysis across multiple systems, data sources and business processes.
- Knowledge of compensation, Total Rewards, payroll or broader HR operational processes and their interdependencies.
- Experience driving process optimization initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce risk and strengthen operational controls.
- Familiarity with reporting and analytics tools such as Workday reporting, Cognos, Power BI or similar platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

*PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer you:

- Health Insurance: PGIM Ireland partner with Laya and BUPA to provide health insurance schemes that cover eligible employees day to day medical and hospital expenses.
- Annual Leave of 23 days at full pay.
- Pension Scheme: Members of the scheme can contribute up to 8% of salary per annum and PGIM Ireland matches contributions up to 8% of salary. Members can also make voluntary contributions to the scheme.
- Annual Bonus Programme & Shop LK Vouchers / CleverCards (subject to eligibility): Along with an annual bonus employees are rewarded with Shop LK Vouchers/ CleverCards which are paid tax free.
- Life Assurance: fully paid by PGIM Ireland, employees are covered from their start date and beneficiaries are provided with a lump sum of four times an employee’s salary.
- Education Assistance: PGIM Ireland have an Education Assistance Programme that reimburses eligible employees for furthering their education.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.
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PGIM Ireland is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of applicants’ gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race or membership of the traveler community. PGIM Ireland's aim is to hire the best people for the open roles and all appointments will be made on merit.

Any offer of employment made by PGIM Ireland will be contingent on receiving satisfactory references. Applicants should be aware that background checks will be carried out on all candidates offered a position within PGIM Ireland.