Workday HCM Lead Consultant

Kainos Group plc; Canada; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kainos Group plc in Canada is seeking a Workday HCM Lead Consultant to own deployments across HCM and Core Compensation. You will engage with customers, guide implementation projects, and mentor junior team members.

The role requires strong Workday expertise, stakeholder management, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional consultants, with regional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an HCM Lead for Workday implementations (HCM/Core Compensation).
• Deep Workday HCM knowledge; experience with additional modules is a plus.
• Manage configuration, security, and business process design for HCM.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and client-facing skills.
• Experience with Workday Report Writer; EIBs and security setups.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and ability to present to clients.
• Travel to customer sites within region if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Workday deployments across capability areas and regions.
• Engage directly with customers on implementation projects.
• Develop capability and mentor junior talent on projects.
• Share knowledge and provide thought leadership internally and externally.

Skills

Workday HCM

Project management

Client management

Analytical skills

Education

Workday HCM Certification

Workday Core Compensation Certification

Tools

Workday Report Writer

Workday Security Setup

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 HCM Lead Consultant in Kainos, you’ll be fully accountable for the quality of how we deliver Workday deployments across your capability or capabilities. You’ll use your expertise to engage directly with customers on implementation projects across methodologies: Launch, Launch Express, and/or Your Way. You’ll be key to developing the capability in your area and/or your local region and in developing and mentoring junior talent on projects. As an HCM Lead, you’ll share knowledge and direct thought leadership both internally and externally.

MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of experience as an HCM Lead for Workday implementations (with focuses on HCM, Core Compensation)
• Deep knowledge of Workday HCM core modules; experience with additional modules like Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, or Talent is a plus.
• Manage system configuration, security, and business process design for HCM and Core Compensation
• 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.

REQUIRED:

• Workday certification in HCM, Core Compensation, and one other specialty with a preference on Advanced Compensation

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.

At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people’s lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow. Our two specialist practices, Digital Services and Workday, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day. Our people love the exciting work, the cutting-edge technologies and the benefits we offer. That’s why we’ve been ranked in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies on numerous occasions. For more information, see kainos.com.