Workday Functional Data Lead

TN United Kingdom; England; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

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Job Title: Workday Functional Data Lead
Location: Fully Remote
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Workday Functional Data Lead to join our team and play a key role in a major Workday implementation, transitioning from Oracle to Workday. This role requires a hands-on leader with excellent people management skills, deep expertise in Workday HR/Payroll, Financials, and/or Workday Planning, and a proven track record in delivering high-quality solutions in Workday data and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the functional data workstream in a large-scale Workday implementation, ensuring a seamless transition from Oracle to Workday.
• Act as the primary point of contact for data-related activities, including security, reporting, and auditing processes within Workday.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to understand requirements and develop innovative Workday solutions.
• Oversee data assurance activities such as purges, system monitoring, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Design and implement Workday reports, dashboards, and calculated fields to support business operations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Manage and resolve data-related issues, working closely with stakeholders to identify and implement corrective actions.
• Drive the development and enhancement of Workday dashboards and reporting solutions to optimise efficiency and user experience.
• Ensure compliance with data security and governance standards, including managing security groups and domain/business process security.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing input on BAU projects and system improvements.

Qualifications:

• Strong expertise in Workday, with hands-on experience in HR/Payroll, Financials, and/or Workday Planning.
• Proven experience in data assurance, Workday reporting, and security administration.
• Excellent people management and leadership skills, with the ability to lead and inspire teams in a remote environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data accuracy and system efficiency.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with Oracle-to-Workday migration projects is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Workday tools, including creating reports (matrix, composite, calculated fields), dashboards, and conducting data audits.
• Familiarity with data governance, system assurance, and monitoring system access and changes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience in data visualisation.

What We Offer:

• Fully remote working environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to be part of a transformative Workday implementation project.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Professional development opportunities and access to Workday community resources.

If you’re passionate about Workday and data excellence and are looking for a leadership role in a transformative project, we’d love to hear from you!