London-Based Workday HCM Specialist (12-Month Contract)

SoCode (United Kingdom); Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SoCode in London is seeking an experienced Workday HCM Specialist to own the development, optimisation and operational management of a global Workday HR platform. You will work with HR leadership and technical teams to ensure the system meets organisational needs and delivers effective HR services.

The role requires hands-on Workday configuration, strong governance, and the ability to balance delivery with stakeholder priorities.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Workday HCM in a complex environment.
• Hands-on Workday configuration and system administration.
• Solid understanding of Core HCM structures, hierarchies, processes and reporting.
• Experience supporting multiple Workday functional areas: Core HR, Absence, Benefits, Talent and Learning.
• Good understanding of Workday security, roles and separation of duties.
• Experience managing enhancements and ongoing support activities.
• Ability to balance technical delivery with business needs and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing optimisation and enhancement of the Workday HCM platform.
• Oversee configuration, maintenance and platform performance.
• Develop and implement system governance and best practice.
• Manage Workday feature releases and assess impact.
• Collaborate with HR and senior leaders to align with objectives.
• Oversee Workday support, balancing ops with improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate internal teams and external delivery partners.
• Manage relationships with third-party providers.
• Maintain accurate system documentation and governance standards.
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous development across the team.

Skills

Workday HCM

Workday configuration

System administration

Governance

Stakeholder management

HRIS

Security architecture

Tools

Workday security architecture

HR systems integration

Job description

SoCode in London is seeking an experienced Workday HCM Specialist to own the development, optimisation and operational management of a global Workday HR platform. You will work with HR leadership and technical teams to ensure the system meets organisational needs and delivers effective HR services.

The role requires hands-on Workday configuration, strong governance, and the ability to balance delivery with stakeholder priorities.