Workday Functional Consultant

Mivada; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Doona Days

Parental Leave equality

Competitive compensation

Hybrid work model

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Mivada is seeking a Workday Functional HCM Consultant with hands-on implementation experience to support end-to-end Workday HCM projects.

You’ll work in client-facing delivery teams, configuring Workday modules, gathering requirements, performing testing, and supporting data migration, cutover and post-go-live activities.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, adherence to project plans, and the ability to operate with some independence guided by senior colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, HR, Business or related field.
• 3–6 years of Workday experience with at least 1–2 implementations.
• Workday Certification in HCM or related modules (required or in progress).
• Strong understanding of core HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with Workday configuration and testing activities.
• Exposure to Workday implementation methodology and project lifecycle phases.
• Client-facing experience and ability to work in delivery environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Workday HCM implementation and enhancement projects across the full project lifecycle
• Configure Workday HCM modules based on documented requirements and functional designs
• Work with clients and internal teams to gather requirements and translate them into system configuration
• Participate in system testing activities including unit testing, system integration testing, and UAT support
• Assist in resolving functional issues, defects, and configuration‑related problems during implementation
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (functional, technical, offshore) to ensure alignment and delivery progress
• Support data migration, cutover, and post‑go‑live activities as required
• Document functional designs, configuration details, and testing outcomes
• Provide input into process improvements and best practice adoption within Workday
• Support knowledge transfer sessions and end‑user training where required
• Work within defined project plans, escalating risks and issues appropriately

Skills

Workday configuration

Workday testing

Client-facing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Technology/HR/Business

Tools

Workday

Job description

We’re looking for a Workday Functional HCM Consultant with hands‑on implementation experience who can contribute to client delivery across Workday HCM projects. You’ll work as part of a project team supporting end‑to‑end Workday implementations, enhancements, and post‑production support.

This role is suited for someone who is confident working in configuration and testing, understands HR processes, and can operate with some independence while still being guided by senior team members on complex design and delivery decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Workday HCM implementation and enhancement projects across the full project lifecycle
• Configure Workday HCM modules based on documented requirements and functional designs
• Work with clients and internal teams to gather requirements and translate them into system configuration
• Participate in system testing activities including unit testing, system integration testing, and UAT support
• Assist in resolving functional issues, defects, and configuration‑related problems during implementation
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (functional, technical, offshore) to ensure alignment and delivery progress
• Support data migration, cutover, and post‑go‑live activities as required
• Document functional designs, configuration details, and testing outcomes
• Provide input into process improvements and best practice adoption within Workday
• Support knowledge transfer sessions and end‑user training where required
• Work within defined project plans, escalating risks and issues appropriately

Requirements

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, HR, Business, or related field
• Approximately 3–6 years of Workday experience, including at least 1–2 implementation projects
• Workday Certification in HCM or related modules (required or in progress)
• Strong understanding of core HR processes across the employee lifecycle (hire to retire)
• Hands‑on experience with Workday configuration and testing activities
• Exposure to Workday implementation methodology and project lifecycle phases
• Ability to work effectively in client‑facing project environments
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a structured approach
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in teams
• Experience supporting testing cycles, data loads, and deployment activities

Benefits

WHY JOIN US

Everyone who joins our team is treated as a trusted member of the team, not a number. Ultimately your success is our success, so we invest in our People heavily. Here are the top reasons to join us:

• Developing you is a key focus - we help you craft your career
• Pioneers in Parental Leave benefits - we provide equality in our parental leave for all genders and parental types
• Doona Days - additional two days off for your mental health
• Fun is an everyday experience - we challenge you in a positive way so you enjoy your growth journey
• Competitive Compensation & Pay for Performance
• Opportunities to be more for yourself and others

Who We Are

At Mivada we believe that when you bring technology and the right people together, there's no limit to what you can achieve.

Mivada is a high‑growth technology consultancy, headquartered in Australia, offering services to both high‑growth, mid‑sized and global blue chip clients. We run a hybrid model with the majority of our team onshore, as well as an offshore capability in India. We have the ability to support global businesses 24/7 365. Our flexible approach and strong reputation have led to repeat work and growth.

Our clients are our advocates.

We believe cultural fit is as important as technical skills. We operate as a team, supporting and learning from each other and we genuinely care about our clients’ success. Our Leaders are accessible, humble, and sometimes pretty funny! We like to enjoy our time at work, which means we encourage each other to shoot for the moon!