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Howard Hughes

HRIS Manager -Seaport Entertainment

New York, NY

Howard Hughes Holdings owns, manages, and develops award-winning master planned communities, as well as operating properties and development opportunities including: The Seaport in New York; Downtown Columbia®, Maryland; The Woodlands®, The Woodlands Hills®, and Bridgeland® in the Greater Houston, Texas area; Summerlin®, Las Vegas; Douglas Ranch®, Phoenix and Ward Village® in Honolulu, Hawaii.

As we continue our commitment in creating innovative placemaking we have formed Seaport Entertainment. Seaport Entertainment, a newly formed division comprising the company's entertainment-related assets in New York and Las Vegas-including the Seaport in Lower Manhattan and the Las Vegas Aviators® Triple-A Minor League Baseball team, as well as the company's ownership stake in Jean-Georges Restaurants and its 80% interest in the air rights above the Fashion Show Mall, which are intended to be used to create a new casino on the Las Vegas Strip.

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Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. is establishing Seaport Entertainment with the intention of completing its spinoff as a publicly traded company by year-end 2024. The planned separation of Seaport Entertainment from Howard Hughes would allow the new company to operate independently as a pure-play entertainment enterprise, equipped with a robust team of industry leaders to ensure its long-term success.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HRIS Manager to manage the design, implementation, and optimization of our Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) a key component of which will be Workday). This role will also be a key player in driving reporting and analytics for the HR function including the creation of dashboards and reports as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR Technology and ability to collaborate successfully with HR leaders, IT professionals, and cross functional teams to enhance our HRIS infrastructure and drive efficiency across HR processes.

What You Will Do
  • Lead the strategic planning, development, and implementation of a stand-alone Workday system as we prepare to spin off to a stand-alone company.
  • Serve as subject matter expert on HRIS related matters and contribute to cross functional projects as needed
  • Support creation and analysis of metrics, reporting, dashboards; analyze trends and provide recommendations/ solutions
  • Manage the configuration, customization, and maintenance of HRIS platforms to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and system integrity
  • Collaborate with HR stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities and streamline workflows through automation and technology
  • Oversee system upgrades, integrations, and enhancements while ensuring minimal disruption to operations
  • Provide training and support to end users of systems to maximize system utilization and proficiency
  • Partner with IT to address technical issues, troubleshoot errors, implement security measures to safeguard data
  • Conduct regular audits and quality checks to assess data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and maintain data integrity
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends, technology, and best practices in HRIS and recommend innovative solutions to do continuous improvement
  • Support and perform other duties, projects, initiatives as per business need

About You
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in HR technology and project management and/or related HR tech role
  • Proven expertise in implementing and managing Workday and Ceridian or similar systems
  • Strong understanding of HR processes, data management, regulatory compliance requirements (e.g. GDPR, HIPAA, SOX)
  • Demonstrated project management skills with ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, analyze trends, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to business challenges.
  • HR Certification is a plus

This job description is not meant to be an "all-inclusive" list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The Howard Hughes Corporation reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.

Compensation: $175-200K plus benefits.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Howard Hughes does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, HH will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, HH explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of The Howard Hughes Corporation.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: howard_hughes_corporation-REQ4626
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program