Workday Prism & Reporting Analyst

VirtualResource; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is searching for a Workday Reporting Consultant to help clients maximize their Workday reporting capabilities. The role requires strong experience in Workday report writing and Prism Analytics, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create and interpret complex reports. This remote position offers flexibility and requires a proactive approach to client communication.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Workday report writing including advanced, matrix, and composite reporting.
• Strong understanding of Workday HCM and its data architecture.
• Workday certification required in Reporting or Prism Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their reporting needs.
• Create custom reports and analytics using Workday report writer.
• Deliver training and support to end-users on report usage.

Skills

Workday report writing

Workday Prism Analytics

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

VirtualResource (VR) is a boutique consultancy supporting companies to optimise their HR systems and Workday. We strive to be the go-to company that partners with businesses to optimise their HR technology landscape.

Our people are our most important asset

Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Workday Reporting Consultant with strong Prism expertise to join our team and help our clients maximize their use of Workday's advanced reporting and analytics capabilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience developing custom reports using Workday Report Writer, including advanced, matrix, and composite reports, and will be confident working directly with stakeholders to translate business needs into meaningful insights. Only experienced Workday professionals with advanced reporting skills should apply.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their reporting needs
• Understand business processes and translate that knowledge into actionable insights in reports
• Create custom reports and analytics using Workday report writer
• Prioritize incoming reporting requests and other work to ensure client needs are met
• Analyze report data and provide significant insights and analysis to stakeholders
• Help to develop and maintain a data dictionary
• Deliver training and support to end-users on how to run and interpret reports, when needed
• Stay ahead of Workday's latest reporting features and functionality

Only experienced Workday consultants may apply.

As a member of the VR team, you will have the flexibility to manage your day, as long as you meet your set objectives and client demands. Often your team will be a mix of on-site and remote-based members who connect using IM, video calls and an online ticketing system. Good communication skills and time management are essential for this role.

Qualifications

Our roles are remotely based (even pre-Covid), meaning you will be working from your home office, connecting with your client and team on a daily basis.

To be successful in this type of environment, you will need to have the ability to communicate effectively (in English) with cross-functional teams, explain complex concepts in easy, understandable terms, align HR / business knowledge with Workday functionality, and proactively drive process improvements. You will need to be comfortable with video calls and be proactive in keeping communication channels open with your client and team.

Must Have Skills

• 3+ years of experience with Workday report writing (advanced reporting, matrix reporting, composite reporting, and calculated fields). BIRT reporting a plus
• 3+ years of Workday Prism Analytics experience is essential
• Strong understanding of Workday HCM and its data architecture
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex datasets, with a keen eye for data accuracy and integrity
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills — able to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical users
• Familiarity with data governance and privacy practices in reporting and analytics
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate cross-functionally
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality reports
• Strong time management, prioritization, and interpersonal skills
• Workday certification required in Reporting, Prism Analytics, or relevant functional areas

Additional qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience working with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver reporting solutions
• Domain knowledge in HR, Finance, or other functional areas supported by Workday is an advantage
• Exposure to data visualization principles or analytics tools is a plus