Workday HCM Analyst: Analytics, Adoption & Governance

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Permanent HCM Analyst in Manchester to drive Workday adoption and deliver actionable workforce insights. You will partner with HR teams to configure, maintain, and optimise Workday, ensuring robust governance and strong user support.

Working with the HCM Systems Lead, you will resolve complex queries, develop reports and dashboards, and contribute to releases and continuous improvement initiatives across Recruitment, Talent, Learning, Benefits and Compensation.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the configuration, maintenance, and optimisation of Workday
• Managing security, audits, data loads, and system governance activities
• Resolving complex system queries and providing expert user support
• Creating reports, dashboards, and workforce insights for HR leaders
• Supporting Workday releases, testing, and enhancement projects
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, user experience, and adoption
• Partnering with HR teams across Recruitment, Talent, Learning, Benefits, and Compensation to deliver effective system solutions
• Collaborating with external partners on new functionality, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Permanent HCM Analyst in Manchester to drive Workday adoption and deliver actionable workforce insights. You will partner with HR teams to configure, maintain, and optimise Workday, ensuring robust governance and strong user support.

Working with the HCM Systems Lead, you will resolve complex queries, develop reports and dashboards, and contribute to releases and continuous improvement initiatives across Recruitment, Talent, Learning, Benefits and Compensation.