Workday Benefits Lead

Kainos Smart; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Kainos as a Workday Benefits Lead, where you'll implement and configure solutions for a global clientele. Lead a team of consultants, manage customer relationships, and provide expert guidance in Workday Benefits and related modules. This role requires strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a commitment to excellence within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Workday Benefits Lead for implementations.
• Deep knowledge of Workday Benefits module, experience with Core HCM or Payroll a plus.
• Able to manage system configurations and business process designs.

Responsibilities

• Implement and configure Workday solutions for a global customer base.
• Manage customer relationships and deliver tailored solutions.
• Mentor and guide team members in Workday Benefits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Communication

Customer management

Education

Workday certification in HCM, Launch, and Benefits

Tools

Workday Report Writer

EIBs

Job description

Join Kainos and Shape the Future

At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.

As a Workday Benefits Lead atKainos, you’ll be a lead consultant responsible for implementing and configuring Workday solutions for our global customer base.

As a benefits expert in a team of consultants, you will manage relationships with our customersand shape and deliver solutions that are aligned to customer needs, fit for purpose, and commercially viable. You’ll provide excellent consulting and guidance to customers bytruly understanding their business.

You’ll be an expert in the benefitscapability anduseyour technical and professional expertise to mentor and guide otherteam members as well as toprovidethought leadership.

Minimum (Essential) Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience as a Benefits Lead for Workday implementations

• Deep knowledge of the Workday Benefits module; experience with additional modules like the Core HCM modules or Payroll a plus.

• Manage system configuration, security, and business process design for Workday Benefits

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Experience with Workday Report Writer, EIBs, calculated fields, and security setup

• Exceptional understanding of and experience in Workday delivery methodologies

• Excellent customer management experience working with stakeholders at all levels in customer organizations with the ability to formally present to client audiences

• Able, if required, to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out of region travel may also be required)

• Ability to work with different functional & technical consultants to understand cross functional dimensions of Workday configuration

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desirable:

• Develop and deliver products/offerings and services that differentiate Kainos in the marketplace

• Identify talent for rapid development within the capability

• Experience of managing, mentoring and developing teams

REQUIRED:

• Workday certification in HCM, Launch, and Benefits

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.

We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.