Technical Program Manager (HRIS/WorkDay)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Technical Program Manager in Guildford to drive the transformation of their Workday HCM system towards a Cloud-centric model. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in Workday, excellent leadership, and stakeholder management skills, overseeing complex HR tech projects.

Qualifications

• Proven Programme Manager experience managing transitions to Cloud.
• Deep understanding of Workday HCM system.
• Experience with large transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and drive the transition of Workday HCM to a Cloud-centric model.
• Guide and work closely with stakeholders and HR leadership.
• Define and implement technical deployments and migration strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Communication

Project Management

Tools

Workday

API Strategies

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Technical Program Manager (HRIS/WorkDay), Guildford

Client: Intelix.AI

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

Job Description:

London (Flexible WFH)

Up to £120k + Bonus & Benefits

This role suits an eloquent communicator with the gravitas to guide stakeholders, shift culture, and drive strategic alignment—especially those who’ve participated in a Workday Customer Advisory Board, AI Board, Design Partner Group, or directly influenced Workday’s product roadmap.

Job Summary:

The Senior Programme Manager role is pivotal for the transformation and migration of our core Human Capital Management (HCM) system, Workday, towards a more Cloud-centric model. This role involves guiding, managing, and driving the transition, working closely with high-level stakeholders, HR leadership, and service providers. The candidate should be proficient in organizational design, system or process enhancement, and change initiatives, with a focus on Cloud, SaaS products, and API strategies. Deep knowledge of Workday, strong program management, communication, leadership, and delegation skills are essential.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Programme Manager or similar role.
• Experience managing transition to Cloud-centric models and SaaS products.
• Deep understanding of Workday, a leading HCM system.
• Experience with full rollouts of Workday modules (HCM, HR, Recruitment, Benefits, Payroll).
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage large transformation programs and lead change management.
• Experience with steering committees, change boards, and governance panels.
• Proficient in working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in international HRIS transformation management is a plus.

Technical Requirements:

• Experience defining and implementing technical deployments, including integrations, data migration, testing, transition strategies, and support teams.
• Deep understanding of the Workday ecosystem and Cloud adaptation.
• Experience with Workday modules and features.
• Knowledge of API strategies and development.
• Ability to handle data migration issues during enhancements.
• Understanding testing and troubleshooting in Workday.
• Ensuring enhancements do not disrupt workflows.
• Experience moving towards product-aligned teams.
• Implementing significant HR system changes, especially transitioning to Workday.
• Stakeholder management in complex HR tech projects.
• Using methodologies for HR transformation programs focusing on Cloud strategies.
• Developing strategies and roadmaps for HR tech improvements, SaaS, and Cloud.
• Identifying and implementing Workday enhancements effectively.
• Prioritizing enhancements considering business needs.
• Using Workday enhancements to drive business value.
• Involving stakeholders in decision-making for Workday enhancements related to Cloud and SaaS.