Workday Compensation/Advanced Compensation Consultant- PDS

Kainos; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kainos in Belfast, UK, is seeking a Post-Deployment Workday Compensation and Advanced Compensation Consultant to implement and configure enterprise-scale Workday solutions for our global customer base, focusing on Compensation. You will work with cross-functional teams, translate customer requirements into tailored Workday solutions, and lead post-deployment activities to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate has deep Workday HCM knowledge, strong customer focus, excellent

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Workday HCM, Compensation, and Advanced Compensation.
• Excellent customer focus with ability to manage expectations.
• Strong communication skills for senior client audiences, including remote settings.
• Ability to lead workstreams and collaborate across teams.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale Workday solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead post-deployment activities for Workday Compensation implementations.
• Configure and optimize Workday solutions to meet client needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure successful delivery.
• Provide expert guidance on Compensation modules and best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the Workday practice.

Skills

Workday

HCM

Compensation modules

Advanced Compensation

Client facing

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.

Main Purpose Of The Role & Responsibilities

As a Post-Deployment Workday Compensation, and Advanced Compensation Consultant , you will be responsible for implementing and configuring enterprise-scale Workday solutions for our global customer base, with a focus on Compensation. You’ll collaborate closely with team members while also working independently to manage your own workload. Your ability to understand customer requirements and translate them into effective, tailored Workday solutions will be key to your success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead post-deployment activities for Workday Compensation implementations.
• Configure and optimize Workday solutions based on customer needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure successful delivery.
• Provide expert guidance and support in Compensation modules.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within Kainos' Workday practice.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong understanding of Workday (or other systems) products HCM as well as Compensation and Advanced Compensation
• Excellent customer focus, able to assess customer needs, build relationships and manage customer expectations. You will know when to push back, when to elevate, and when to go above and beyond to satisfy a customer
• Strong communicator, able to communicate with customers and colleagues with impact, credibility and empathy, including in a remote working situation. Sound ability to formally present to senior Client audiences
• Strong commercial awareness and full understanding of project and business dynamics
• Broad business and technology understanding and a good awareness of industry trendsin either Human Resource management, Financials or Enterprise Resource Planning or Payroll
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and make sensible decisions under pressure taking a balanced view of Customer demands and Kainos commercials
• Able to lead a functional workstream on a prime implementation throughout the full project lifecycle
• Willing and able to act as a role model within the capability and mentor and/or line manage more junior consultants
• Able to rotate through various Workday delivery services, specifically Consulting and Application Management Services

Nice To Have

• Professional qualifications in your area of expertise
• Workday certifications: Compensation and 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.