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Job Description Job Title: HRIS Analyst Location: Northern Chicago, IL – 100% onsite – Local candidates only Period: 6 month contract – Strong potential for extension and/or direct hire Hours/Week: 40 hours Rate: $50/hour + performance-based bonus Contract Type: 1099 or W-2, U.S. Citizens Only Scope of Services: The Workday Data Management Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and management of data within the Workday system. The role involves supporting data entry, business processes, and reporting while working closely with operational teams to ensure seamless execution of tasks. This position requires an individual with prior exposure to Workday, capable of quickly adapting to the organization’s business processes with minimal training. Additionally, the role will require regular audits, data validation, and report generation. A critical component of the position is cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that data management processes align with both operational and HR needs. Proficiency in German, French, or Italian is highly desirable to support international teams or global clients, aiding in communication and ensuring efficient data management in multilingual environments. Role, Responsibilities, and Deliverables: • Workday Data Entry and Maintenance: Manage and enter large volumes of data into the Workday system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards., • Business Process Management: Support and improve existing Workday business processes, ensuring alignment with operational needs., • Data Integrity and Quality Assurance: Conduct routine audits and data validation to ensure integrity and quality within the Workday system., • Reporting and Analytics: Generate and analyze reports within Workday, providing actionable insights to support business decisions., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with HR, IT, and operations teams to troubleshoot data-related issues and refine processes., • Documentation and Training: Develop and maintain documentation for business processes and workflows. Provide support to team members to ensure seamless data management practices., • Language Support: If applicable, utilize proficiency in German, French, or Italian to support multilingual teams or international clients. Experience: • Workday Experience: Candidates should have experience working within the Workday platform, focusing on data management and business processes., • Analytical Skills: Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to use data to drive operational decisions., • Operations Background: Prior experience in operations management or related fields is preferred, as it will provide the context for understanding and improving business processes., • Languages: Proficiency in German, French, or Italian is a plus, supporting cross-functional or international teams as necessary. Skills and Competencies: • Data Management: Proficiency in data entry, validation, and maintaining data accuracy within a Workday system., • Workday Expertise: Hands-on experience with Workday’s data management, reporting, and business process modules., • Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze data sets, identify trends, and generate reports that support business decisions., • Problem Solving: Capable of troubleshooting and resolving data-related issues within Workday and across various business functions., • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders., • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in handling data and ensuring compliance with company standards., • Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn and integrate new processes and tools within a fast-paced environment. Education and Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree: A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems, or a related field is preferred, but not required., • Workday Certification: Workday certification is not mandatory but will be considered an asset., • Language Skills: Proficiency in German, French, or Italian is highly desirable but not required.

Job Description Job Title: Workday Data Analyst Location: Northern Chicago, IL – 100% onsite – Local candidates only Period: 6 month contract – Strong potential for extension and/or direct hire Hours/Week: 40 hours Rate: $50/hour + performance-based bonus Contract Type: 1099 or W-2, U.S. Citizens Only Scope of Services: The Workday Data Management Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and management of data within the Workday system. The role involves supporting data entry, business processes, and reporting while working closely with operational teams to ensure seamless execution of tasks. This position requires an individual with prior exposure to Workday, capable of quickly adapting to the organization’s business processes with minimal training. Additionally, the role will require regular audits, data validation, and report generation. A critical component of the position is cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that data management processes align with both operational and HR needs. Proficiency in German, French, or Italian is highly desirable to support international teams or global clients, aiding in communication and ensuring efficient data management in multilingual environments. Role, Responsibilities, and Deliverables: • Workday Data Entry and Maintenance: Manage and enter large volumes of data into the Workday system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards., • Business Process Management: Support and improve existing Workday business processes, ensuring alignment with operational needs., • Data Integrity and Quality Assurance: Conduct routine audits and data validation to ensure integrity and quality within the Workday system., • Reporting and Analytics: Generate and analyze reports within Workday, providing actionable insights to support business decisions., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with HR, IT, and operations teams to troubleshoot data-related issues and refine processes., • Documentation and Training: Develop and maintain documentation for business processes and workflows. Provide support to team members to ensure seamless data management practices., • Language Support: If applicable, utilize proficiency in German, French, or Italian to support multilingual teams or international clients. Experience: • Workday Experience: Candidates should have experience working within the Workday platform, focusing on data management and business processes., • Analytical Skills: Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to use data to drive operational decisions., • Operations Background: Prior experience in operations management or related fields is preferred, as it will provide the context for understanding and improving business processes., • Languages: Proficiency in German, French, or Italian is a plus, supporting cross-functional or international teams as necessary. Skills and Competencies: • Data Management: Proficiency in data entry, validation, and maintaining data accuracy within a Workday system., • Workday Expertise: Hands-on experience with Workday’s data management, reporting, and business process modules., • Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze data sets, identify trends, and generate reports that support business decisions., • Problem Solving: Capable of troubleshooting and resolving data-related issues within Workday and across various business functions., • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders., • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in handling data and ensuring compliance with company standards., • Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn and integrate new processes and tools within a fast-paced environment. Education and Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree: A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems, or a related field is preferred, but not required., • Workday Certification: Workday certification is not mandatory but will be considered an asset., • Language Skills: Proficiency in German, French, or Italian is highly desirable but not required.

Job Description The Position Are you ready to embark on a dynamic journey to achieve asset management excellence? We are seeking a passionate and driven Analyst or Senior Analyst to join our asset management team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and aspire to make a mark in the world of real estate and investing, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you. As an Analyst or Senior Analyst, you will not only support our strategic asset plans but also dive into the depths of property financials, navigate intricate partnership agreements, and master the art of communication with stakeholders. Your proactive nature, accountability, and courage to take risks will be the driving force behind our team's success. Join us and be part of an extraordinary team, where your skills will be honed and your ambitions will be nurtured. About the Role Are you ready to embark on a dynamic journey to achieve asset management excellence? We are seeking a passionate and driven Analyst or Senior Analyst to join our asset management team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and aspire to make a mark in the world of real estate and investing, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you. As an Analyst or Senior Analyst, you will not only support our strategic asset plans but also dive into the depths of property financials, navigate intricate partnership agreements, and master the art of communication with stakeholders. Your proactive nature, accountability, and courage to take risks will be the driving force behind our team's success. Join us and be part of an extraordinary team, where your skills will be honed and your ambitions will be nurtured. What You Can Expect To Do • Support the Asset Management team in the development and execution of strategic asset plans intended to maximize portfolio value and report performance results to senior leadership., • Manage the complex capital stack specific to the portfolio associated with this role, • Assist with all financing/transactional needs of the portfolio, including, but not limited to: LP Buyouts, Refinancings, Recapitalizations, Dispositions, and LIHTC Resyndications, • Perform analysis of property financials on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis., • Research partnership agreements, financing documents, regulatory agreements, tax returns, and other source documents as needed., • Coordinate communications and manage requests from investors, lenders, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders., • Forge strong relationships with operating partners, work through challenges, and communicate concerns to internal leadership when expectations are not being met., • Be an active participant in the creation of annual operating and capital budgets., • Support our Compliance team in monitoring compliance requirements and deadlines across multiple government agencies and programs., • Monitor various internal and external reporting programs and report any deviation of expectations., • A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business, Finance, Real Estate, etc.), • Up to 3 years of business-related experience (entry-level to early-career), • Strong interest and passion for real estate finance/investing, • Time management, communication, and organizational skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, • Strong financial modeling skills, • A proactive mindset (urgency and purpose-driven), • Flexibility to travel, • Accountable with a high standard of work, • Willing to take risks and ask questions, • Focused on strong, clear communication, • Team-oriented and hands-on, • Comfortable in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Job Description Senior Analyst The Position Are you ready to embark on a dynamic journey to achieve asset management excellence? We are seeking a passionate and driven Analyst or Senior Analyst to join our asset management team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and aspire to make a mark in the world of real estate and investing, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you. As an Analyst or Senior Analyst, you will not only support our strategic asset plans but also dive into the depths of property financials, navigate intricate partnership agreements, and master the art of communication with stakeholders. Your proactive nature, accountability, and courage to take risks will be the driving force behind our team's success. Join us and be part of an extraordinary team, where your skills will be honed and your ambitions will be nurtured. About the Role Are you ready to embark on a dynamic journey to achieve asset management excellence? We are seeking a passionate and driven Analyst or Senior Analyst to join our asset management team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and aspire to make a mark in the world of real estate and investing, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you. As an Analyst or Senior Analyst, you will not only support our strategic asset plans but also dive into the depths of property financials, navigate intricate partnership agreements, and master the art of communication with stakeholders. Your proactive nature, accountability, and courage to take risks will be the driving force behind our team's success. Join us and be part of an extraordinary team, where your skills will be honed and your ambitions will be nurtured. What You Can Expect To Do • Support the Asset Management team in the development and execution of strategic asset plans intended to maximize portfolio value and report performance results to senior leadership., • Manage the complex capital stack specific to the portfolio associated with this role, • Assist with all financing/transactional needs of the portfolio, including, but not limited to: LP Buyouts, Refinancings, Recapitalizations, Dispositions, and LIHTC Resyndications, • Perform analysis of property financials on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis., • Research partnership agreements, financing documents, regulatory agreements, tax returns, and other source documents as needed., • Coordinate communications and manage requests from investors, lenders, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders., • Forge strong relationships with operating partners, work through challenges, and communicate concerns to internal leadership when expectations are not being met., • Be an active participant in the creation of annual operating and capital budgets., • Support our Compliance team in monitoring compliance requirements and deadlines across multiple government agencies and programs., • Monitor various internal and external reporting programs and report any deviation of expectations., • Participate in ad hoc projects within Asset Management as needed. Qualifications • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Business, Finance, Real Estate, etc.), • Up to 3 years of business-related experience (entry-level to early-career), • Strong interest and passion for real estate finance/investing, • Time management, communication, and organizational skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, • Strong financial modeling skills, • A proactive mindset (urgency and purpose-driven), • Flexibility to travel, • Accountable with a high standard of work, • Willing to take risks and ask questions, • Focused on strong, clear communication, • Team-oriented and hands-on Standard Communities is a leading owner, investor, and developer of affordable and middle-income housing. As one of the largest owners of affordable housing in the U.S., we believe housing is a pathway to prosperity. We deliver high-quality, sustainable homes that foster community and offer our 75,000+ residents the opportunity to build brighter futures. With over $6 billion in assets under management and a portfolio of nearly 30,000 units across 200 properties in 22 states + Washington, D.C., our team blends nationwide scale with local expertise. As a Certified B Corporation and California Benefit Corporation, we value high performance, social responsibility, and innovation. Headquartered in Los Angeles and New York, with offices across the country, we’re driven by a shared mission: to transform housing, empower residents, and strengthen communities. We don’t just build housing—we build opportunities. If you’re passionate about real estate, community impact, and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you. At Standard Communities, we value urgency in execution, precision in our work, and empathy in our interactions. These core principles guide us in how we build, collaborate, and grow together. Standard Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Description Analyst, IP Dispute Resolution (Financial Expert Practice) - Entry Level & Experienced Candidates Ocean Tomo offers an entrepreneurial environment where you will work at the intersection of financial theory and cutting-edge technology. We value creativity, curiosity and problem solving. We require flexibility, dedication and initiative. In return, we provide exceptional opportunities. We are often asked to apply advanced financial and economic principles to assist in the evaluation of emerging technologies or technology-rich corporations. Ocean Tomo's Financial Expert professionals have industry leading experience across all types of disputes. We are skilled in the determination of intellectual property damages including calculations of lost profits, price erosion, unjust enrichment, and reasonable royalty. As an Analyst in the Financial Expert practice area, the engagements on which you will work cross numerous product lines and industries such that no case is the same twice. An Analyst is typically responsible for financial analysis, modeling, research and report writing. Analysts attend client meetings and teleconferences, depositions, trials and participate in other firm activities such as recruiting and practice development. Responsibilities: • Creating complex financial models on client businesses and products, • Performing in-depth market and competitive research in a variety of industries, • Writing reports, presentations and other materials, • Preparing PowerPoint presentation materials, • Attending client meetings and teleconferences, • Reviewing and synthesizing financial, marketing and other documents, • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or economics, • Up to 2+ years experience in litigation consulting or intellectual property valuation (*rising graduates seeking full-time employment without experience should also apply), • Academic success - high cumulative GPA, • Excellent written and oral communication skills, • Great attitude and client presence, • CPA or CFA candidates a plus, • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, • Superior attention to detail, • High degree of professionalism, integrity, flexibility Intangible assets comprise 90 percent of business value but are also subject to significant impairment due to enterprise and regulatory compliance risk. Ocean Tomo assists clients - corporations, law firms, governments, and institutional investors - in realizing Intellectual Capital Equity® value broadly defined. As a team, we are: Innovative: Offering state of the art and proprietary services within each business we operate. Client Focused: Responding and providing a level of service exceeding expectations. Quality Obsessed: Managing all work products to a zero-error tolerance. Profit Centric: Seeking to maximize profits to our employees and investors over strategies focused on growth. Team Oriented: Working together to serve clients and build a unified firm regardless of office locale or primary practice responsibility. Inclusive: Ocean Tomo welcomes everyone, recognizing diversity as an asset for ourselves and our clients. Why Work for Us? We are an organization built upon the concept of the "team." Our culture and our work set us apart. Our people make all the difference. In addition to excellent employee benefits, some of our innovative benefits include: • Hybrid work environment, • Incentive equity program, • Annual bonus plan, • Full reimbursement for industry exams and review courses (CPA, CFA, etc.), • Partial tuition reimbursement Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa. Ocean Tomo, LLC and Veris Consulting, LLC are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Bonus based on performance, • Company parties, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Paid time off, • Training & development, • Job Title: Market Research Recruiter/Analyst, • Start Date: Immediate, • Main Office Location: Evanston, IL., • Qualifications: Bachelors degree in relevant fields (Psychology, Market Research, Marketing, Economics, Sociology, Business, Design, Anthropology). Experience in User Experience, Innovation, Design Thinking, or Customer Experience is a plus., • Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience ($37K-$42K), hybrid work model (office presence once a month), 401K employer matching program, Healthcare stipend, 15 PTO days and performance-based bonus.Recruiting responsibilities:, • Assist in the quote process for project proposals., • Gather recruitment specifications from clients/researchers., • Identify and source candidates via social media (LinkedIn, Meta, etc.) and outreach tools., • Assist in programming, testing, fielding, and monitoring online pre-screeners., • Contact and screen participants through text, phone, email, or online surveys., • Manage participant logistics, collecting and consolidating necessary information., • Schedule research sessions and provide clients with accurate, up-to-date information., • Ensure research participation agreements are signed and incentives are delivered., • Monitor and control recruiting expenses to stay within budget estimates., • Generate post-project reports comparing estimated vs. actual time spent., • Maintain clear communication with clients and research teams on recruiting efforts., • Manage, maintain, and optimize the panel database system (currently hosted on HubSpot)., • Support business development and enhance sales skills., • Contribute to process and service improvements with ideas and suggestions., • Assist with additional research, logistical, and administrative tasks as needed.Additional Responsibilities:, • Engage with current and potential clients to explore opportunities for partnerships., • Support company social media activities (LinkedIn, X, Meta) by managing posts, interactions, and press releases., • Assist with company operations, including recruiting and research efforts., • Maintain an organized and efficient office environment., • Provide exceptional customer service to clients, contractors, partners, and colleagues., • Address urgent issues and unexpected requests promptly., • Uphold strict confidentiality and discretion at all times., • Contribute ideas for improving processes and services., • Perform additional duties as needed.Skills We're Seeking:, • Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail., • Proficiency in using collaborative online tools for documents and spreadsheets., • Commitment to delivering excellent customer service., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to last-minute changes., • Experience with scheduling and calendar management tools., • Strong ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively., • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision., • Proactive, self-directed, and receptive to feedback., • Strong work ethic and reliability., • Experience in research participant recruiting is a plus., • Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S.Were excited to find the right person to thrive in our entrepreneurial environment. Were looking for a self-starter with a go-getter attitude who can take ownership of our recruiting projects and contribute to building the brand of our research participant recruiting company. Flexible work from home options available.