Workday HCM Analyst (Contract Outside IR35)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in recruitment for the Workday ecosystem is seeking a skilled Workday HCM Analyst for a contract position based in Slough. The role involves configuring various HCM modules, collaborating with stakeholders, and requires proven experience with Workday. This position offers flexibility and potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Workday HCM, particularly Core HCM, Recruiting, and Absence Management.
• Experience in other modules such as Talent, Learning, or Time Tracking is a plus.
• Strong ability to work independently in a contract capacity.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Workday HCM modules including Core HCM, Recruiting, and Absence Management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and refine business requirements.
• Support Workday functional areas ensuring system integrity.

Skills

Configuration

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Workday training or certifications

Job description

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Workday HCM Analyst (Contract Outside IR35), slough

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Client:

Focus on WD

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Focus on WD are seeking skilled Workday HCM Analyst with existing configuration experience to join a customer who have just gone live with the Workday system on a contract basis, outside IR35 for an initial 3 month period.

Job Title: Workday HCM Analyst (Contract)
Location: UK-Based (Sporadic Travel to London)
Contract Type: 3-Month Contract (Outside IR35) – Scope to Extend
Day Rate: Up to £475 per day (Outside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP / Flexible
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Analyst to join our client on a contract basis for an initial 3-month engagement, with strong potential for extension. This is a remote-first role with occasional travel to London required.
The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in Workday HCM Core, Recruiting, and Absence configuration, with additional experience in modules such as Talent, Learning, or Time Tracking considered advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and maintain key Workday HCM modules including Core HCM, Recruiting, and Absence Management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and refine business requirements.
• Support Workday functional areas and ensure system integrity and performance.
• Deliver hands-on configuration and provide functional expertise across the platform.
• Participate in testing, change management, and user training as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues and liaise with support teams or vendors to resolve them.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and optimisation of Workday HCM processes.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven hands-on experience with Workday HCM, particularly:
  • Core HCM
  • Recruiting
  • Absence Management
• Experience in other Workday modules such as Talent, Learning, or Time Tracking is a plus.
• Prior involvement in Workday configuration, implementation, or support.
• Workday training or certifications are beneficial.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a contract capacity with minimal supervision.

Additional Information:

• This role is Outside IR35.
• Occasional on-site presence in London may be required.
• Flexibility around start dates for the right candidate.

About Focus On WD:

• As a business we wholly and totally concentrate on recruitment for the Workday ecosystem, which means we know our area inside & out. Our knowledge of the Workday ecosystem is what separates us from the rest and drives us forward
• https://focuscloud.org/