How to Change Your Legal Name in HR Systems

As an HR administrator, it's important to ensure that employees' personal information is accurate and up-to-date in HR systems like Workday. This includes legal name changes, which can be made through the employee self-service portal.

To change your legal name in Workday:

1. Log in to the Workday employee self-service portal using your employee ID and password.
2. Click on the "Personal Information" tab.
3. Click the "Edit" button next to your name.
4. Enter your new legal name in the appropriate fields.
5. Click "Submit" to save your changes.

It's important to note that a legal name change may also require additional documentation, such as a marriage certificate or court order. Be sure to check with your HR department to ensure that all necessary documentation has been provided and processed before updating your name in the HR system.

Once your legal name has been changed in Workday, it will be automatically updated in other HR systems and records. This ensures that your paychecks and other important documents reflect your correct name.

If you have any questions or encounter any issues while changing your legal name in Workday, contact your HR department for assistance.