Workday HCM Analyst / Consultant

W6 Resources Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

W6 Resources is partnering with a global end-user organisation to hire an experienced Workday HCM Analyst/Consultant in London, with hybrid working. This permanent role offers hands‑on configuration, ongoing optimisation and close collaboration with HR and IT stakeholders.

You will support, maintain and enhance the Workday HCM platform, troubleshoot issues, deliver improvements and contribute to Workday releases and upgrades as part of a dedicated HR technology team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Workday configuration experience is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Workday modules: Core HCM, Recruitment, Compensation, Absence, Time Tracking, Talent, Benefits.
• Experience as Workday Analyst, Functional Consultant, Systems Analyst or similar.
• Ability to translate business needs into Workday solutions and engage with stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain and enhance the Workday HCM platform across the organisation.
• Undertake hands-on Workday configuration and system improvements.
• Collaborate with HR, IT and stakeholders to deliver Workday solutions.
• Troubleshoot issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Support Workday releases, testing, upgrades and projects.

Skills

Workday Core HCM

Workday configuration

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Job description

Location: London (Hybrid Working)

Employment Type: Permanent

Client: Global End-User Organisation

The Opportunity

W6 Resources is working with a global organisation seeking an experienced Workday HCM Analyst / Consultant to join its internal HR technology team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on Workday professional with strong functional knowledge and configuration experience to support, enhance and optimise the organisation's Workday platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, maintain and enhance the Workday HCM platform across the organisation.
• Undertake hands‑on Workday configuration, system improvements and ongoing optimisation.
• Work closely with HR, IT and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective Workday solutions.
• Troubleshoot functional issues, investigate system challenges and implement improvements.
• Support Workday releases, testing, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to wider Workday projects and enhancements as required.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands‑on experience with Workday Core HCM and/or other Workday functional modules, such as Recruitment, Compensation, Absence, Time Tracking, Talent or Benefits.
• Practical Workday configuration experience is essential.
• Previous experience working as a Workday Analyst, Functional Consultant, Systems Analyst or similar.
• Good understanding of Workday business processes, functionality and system administration.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders, gather requirements and translate business needs into Workday solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

Additional Information

• Permanent position with a global end-user organisation.
• London-based with hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development and optimisation of an established Workday environment.
• Please note: this role cannot offer visa sponsorship.