Fernando Lara - HRIS Analyst

Q: Where is Fernando based?

Fernando is based in Norderstedt, Germany .

Q: What languages does Fernando speak?

Fernando speaks the following languages: Portuguese (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Advanced), Italian (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Fernando have?

Fernando has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Fernando has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months . Note that Fernando may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Fernando's latest experience?

Fernando's most recent position is HRIS Analyst at Mitsubishi Chemical Group .

Q: What companies has Fernando worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Fernando has worked for Mitsubishi Chemical Group and ADP GlobalView .

Q: Which industries is Fernando most experienced in?

Fernando is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Information Technology (IT) , and Chemical . Fernando also has some experience in Manufacturing , Energy , Media, and Entertainment and Publishing .

Q: Which business areas is Fernando most experienced in?

Fernando is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Project Management , and Information Technology (IT) . Fernando also has some experience in Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Fernando worked in recently?

Fernando has recently worked in industries like Chemical , Information Technology (IT) , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Fernando worked in recently?

Fernando has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Information Technology (IT) , and Business Intelligence .

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Norderstedt, Germany

Experience

Jul 2022 - Present

3 years 8 months

Germany

HRIS Analyst

Mitsubishi Chemical Group

Leads global HR initiatives across onboarding, performance management, compensation, bonus cycles, and succession planning, primarily through SAP SuccessFactors, supporting approximately 6,000 employees.
Provides leadership and Tier 3 support in HR system operations, ensuring effective process delivery and system optimization across regions.
Serves as a core member of the global SuccessFactors and Workday support team, ensuring timely resolution of complex issues and continuous optimization of modules to meet evolving business and user needs.
Drives change management and collaboration across the EMEA region during the Workday implementation, maintaining HR process continuity and supporting teams still operating on SuccessFactors.
Supports the rollout of a new performance management process for EMEA, delivering targeted training, assisting HR teams, and coordinating communications to ensure smooth adoption across countries.
Partners with global teams in the Workday testing phase, participating in discovery sessions, gathering regional requirements, and contributing feedback to ensure the new system meets local and global expectations.
Develops and analyzes HR dashboards and reports to provide insights on workforce trends, performance metrics, and process effectiveness, tracking KPIs to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Oct 2019 - Mar 2022

2 years 6 months

Germany

Senior Consultant / Senior Learning Business Partner

ADP GlobalView

Supported global clients in adopting ADP HCM solutions (SAP-HCM, GlobalView, SuccessFactors, and Streamline), ensuring seamless integration and effective system utilization.
Developed and delivered tailored training programs, translating client HCM processes into clear system requirements and materials to enhance payroll processing efficiency.
Contributed to HCM project implementations across various phases, ensuring smooth transitions, adherence to timelines, and effective change management.
Provided expert application support and implementation consultancy, resolving issues to optimize system performance.
Provided onsite support post-go-live, assisting clients with system troubleshooting, ensuring smooth operations, and addressing any issues that arose after implementation.

Oct 2018 - Sep 2019

1 year

Germany

Implementation Consultant

Cornerstone OnDemand

Successfully led the implementation and onboarding of the Cornerstone learning system for multiple clients across Europe, ensuring a smooth transition and effective platform usage.
Managed critical project components, including project control, risk management, and stakeholder communication, to ensure timely and successful delivery.
Delivered comprehensive change management support, helping clients design and build their Human Capital Management (HCM) processes from the ground up, in alignment with industry’s best practices.

Apr 2018 - Oct 2018

7 months

Germany

SAP HCM Consultant

Consult Team Hamburg

Provided system support to clients in Germany on the SAP HCM.

Sep 2011 - Mar 2018

6 years 7 months

Brazil

SAP HCM System Specialist

ADP GlobalView

Supported client implementations of various ADP HCM payroll solutions, including SAP-HCM, GlobalView, SuccessFactors, and Streamline, providing expert advice, project support, and addressing inquiries on payroll processing best practices.
Delivered training sessions to service teams and clients on payroll processing, ensuring a clear understanding of ADP’s service delivery model and defining responsibilities in payroll operations.
Developed a comprehensive regional onboarding program for associates, focusing on SAP-HCM payroll processing and change management practices.
Served as a subject matter expert (SME) for SAP-HCM payroll in Argentina and Brazil, leading projects related to Learning Management and creating tailored training materials for clients in Brazil to align with both global standards and local requirements.
Contributed to HCM project implementations across multiple phases, ensuring smooth transitions, adherence to project timelines, and effective change management processes.

May 2010 - Sep 2011

1 year 5 months

Brazil

HR Supervisor

Cameron

Provided leadership as the head of the HR division, overseeing payroll, training, development, recruiting, and employee relations.
Achieved a remarkable reduction of over 80% in labor and HSE liabilities by implementing effective legal agreements and reactivating operational licenses.
Revamped all HR policies, including training, recruitment, and salary review, aligning them with corporate guidelines for enhanced effectiveness.
Successfully managed recruitment and hiring of 100 professionals within a tight timeframe to support the site start-up.
Skillfully managed complex labor and employee relation issues, including navigating collective bargaining negotiations with the Steel Workers Union.

Oct 2008 - Jan 2010

1 year 4 months

Brazil

HR Manager

Ubisoft Entertainment

Established and built the HR department from the ground up, taking charge of creating and adapting all HR policies in Brazil.
Led the development and implementation of comprehensive HR processes, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational goals and regulations.
Designed a framework that facilitated knowledge sharing, collaboration, and career growth opportunities for employees. This program promoted cross-functional expertise and allowed talented individuals to gain exposure to different areas of the organization, enhancing their skills and broadening their perspectives.

Aug 2005 - Oct 2008

3 years 3 months

Brazil

Head of Shared Services / HR Consultant

Cebrace and Pilkington

Managed learning and performance initiatives, developing leadership programs based on business needs.
Coordinated the creation of HR shared services for recruiting and payroll.
Oversaw the implementation of a new payroll system (ADP) and managed the payment of 1 million USD in labor liabilities.
Implemented a budget system for HR, automating reports and KPIs.
Optimized payroll and recruitment processes and coordinated a healthcare plan change, generating cost savings of 10% while expanding service scope.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (10.5 years), Information Technology (4 years), Chemical (3.5 years), Manufacturing (3 years), Energy (1.5 years), and Media and Entertainment (1.5 years).

Professional Services

Information Technology

Chemical

Manufacturing

Energy

Media and Entertainment

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Human Resources (20 years), Project Management (10 years), Information Technology (6.5 years), and Business Intelligence (3.5 years).

Human Resources

Project Management

Information Technology

Business Intelligence

Summary

I’m a certified SCRUM and PROSCI professional with a strong track record in supporting Human Capital Management (HCM) and HR Technology for multinational companies. My work focuses on SAP HCM, Workday, and SuccessFactors, helping organizations improve and streamline their global HR operations and system support structures (Tier 1–3).

I specialize in optimizing HRIS systems to align with business needs and enhance employee and manager self-service. I have extensive experience with platforms such as Workday, SuccessFactors, and ADP, and I’m skilled at identifying process efficiencies, automation opportunities, and service delivery improvements that deliver measurable results.

Alongside my system and project experience, I bring a strong background in HR analytics and reporting. I have worked on budgeting and workforce planning processes, creating dashboards and KPI reports to monitor HR system performance and support data-driven decision-making.

I also lead change management efforts on global projects—from designing training and communication strategies to guiding teams through go-live and post-implementation adoption. My focus is always on helping people adapt to new systems and processes in a practical, sustainable, and effective way.

Throughout project lifecycles, I collaborate closely with both business and technical teams, acting as a bridge to ensure that requirements are clearly understood and effectively delivered. I emphasize transparent communication, thorough documentation, and proactive stakeholder engagement. After go-live, I remain involved to troubleshoot, optimize, and support users, ensuring that systems continue to deliver value over time.

Skills

Ms Word
Excel
Power Point
Power Bi
Internet
Adp Payroll Systems
Streamline
Sap Hcm
Successfactors
Concur
Workday

Languages

Portuguese

Native

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

French

Advanced

...and 1 more

Education

EAESP-FGV

Bachelor of Business Administration · Business Administration · São Paulo, Brazil

Certifications & licenses

PROSCI

Scrum

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Where is Fernando based?

Fernando is based in Norderstedt, Germany.

What languages does Fernando speak?

Fernando speaks the following languages: Portuguese (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Advanced), Italian (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Fernando have?

Fernando has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Fernando has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Fernando may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Fernando be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Fernando would be well-suited for roles such as: HRIS Analyst, Senior Consultant / Senior Learning Business Partner, Implementation Consultant.

What is Fernando's latest experience?

Fernando's most recent position is HRIS Analyst at Mitsubishi Chemical Group.

What companies has Fernando worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Fernando has worked for Mitsubishi Chemical Group and ADP GlobalView.

Which industries is Fernando most experienced in?

Fernando is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Chemical. Fernando also has some experience in Manufacturing, Energy, Media, and Entertainment and Publishing.

Which business areas is Fernando most experienced in?

Fernando is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Project Management, and Information Technology (IT). Fernando also has some experience in Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Fernando worked in recently?

Fernando has recently worked in industries like Chemical, Information Technology (IT), and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Fernando worked in recently?

Fernando has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Information Technology (IT), and Business Intelligence.

What is Fernando's education?

Fernando holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from EAESP-FGV.

Does Fernando have any certificates?

Fernando has 2 certificates. These include: PROSCI and Scrum.

What is the availability of Fernando?

Fernando is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Fernando?

Fernando's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.