Workday HCM Functional Lead - Absence & Comp

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; London; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Workday HCM Functional Lead with extensive experience in delivering end-to-end Workday implementations, focusing on Core HR, Absence, and Compensation. This client-facing role requires strong engagement skills and the ability to manage complex global projects, offering a competitive remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five full lifecycle Workday implementations.
• Strong configuration knowledge of Workday Core HR, Compensation, and Absence.
• In-depth understanding of HR processes and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full lifecycle Workday HCM implementations.
• Gather requirements, configure solutions, and support deployment.
• Deliver training and support to drive user adoption.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Client-facing skills

Change management

Tools

Workday HCM

Job description

Workday HCM Functional Lead - Absence & Compensation

Location: London - Hybrid 2 days per week on-site
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Day Rate: Up to £850 per day

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Functional Lead with a strong track record in delivering end-to-end Workday implementations, specifically across Core HR, Absence, and Compensation. This is a client-facing role within a global programme, requiring excellent stakeholder engagement, deep functional expertise, and the ability to lead complex Workday deployments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage full lifecycle Workday HCM implementations (Core HR, Absence, Compensation)

• Gather requirements, configure solutions, conduct testing, and support deployment

• Provide functional expertise and guidance to clients and internal teams

• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless integration and solution delivery

• Deliver training and support to drive user adoption and system optimisation

• Stay current with Workday product updates and contribute to continuous improvement of delivery methodologies

Required Experience:

• Extensive hands-on experience with Workday HCM

• Minimum of five full lifecycle Workday implementations

• Strong configuration knowledge of Workday Core HR, Compensation, and Absence

• In-depth understanding of HR processes and best practices

• Excellent communication skills and proven client-facing experience

• Ability to manage complex, global implementations independently and collaboratively

Desirable Experience:

• Additional expertise in Absence, Time Tracking, or Recruiting

• Previous experience in a consulting environment

• Multilingual candidates preferred (Spanish and Portuguese highly desirable; Czech, Romanian, or Bulgarian also beneficial)

Please apply directly for more information.