Workday Programme Manager

Fruition Group

Leeds

On-site

GBP 92,250 - 147,600

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading global organisation seeks a seasoned Workday Programme Manager to oversee a complex Workday implementation across various international business units. The role involves leading delivery from mobilisation to implementation, with a focus on global standardisation and stakeholder engagement. This six-month contract includes opportunities for extension and leadership in one of the largest Workday transformation programmes currently in operation.

Qualifications

Proven experience delivering complex, global Workday implementations.
Strong knowledge of HCM, HRIS, and transformation programmes.
Direct experience with US-specific employment legislation.

Responsibilities

Lead global planning and delivery of the Workday implementation.
Manage business case development, design workshops, and deployment.
Engage stakeholders across multiple business units and geographies.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Global Programme Delivery

Compliance Knowledge

HCM and HRIS knowledge

Excellent Communication

Job description

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Job Title: Workday Programme Manager
Location: Leeds / London (occasional on-site workshops)
Rate: Competitive day rate (Outside IR35)
Length: 6 months (strong potential for extension)

A leading global organisation is undertaking a complex Workday deployment across multiple international business units. This is a high-profile programme requiring a seasoned Workday Programme Manager to lead delivery from mobilisation through to implementation, with a strong focus on global standardisation and stakeholder alignment.

The programme spans several regions including the UK, Europe, North America, LATAM, and APAC. Early discovery and design phases are underway, with roll-outs scheduled through to 2026. This role offers the opportunity to lead on one of the most significant Workday transformation programmes currently in motion.

Lead global planning, mobilisation, and delivery of the Workday implementation
Manage key programme phases including business case development, design workshops, and deployment
Engage stakeholders across multiple business units, geographies, and time zones
Oversee compliance, localisation, and delivery strategy, especially in the United States
Ensure programme alignment across a federated operating model while managing scope and customisation pressures
Contribute to the resourcing model and ongoing programme governance
Proven experience delivering complex, global Workday implementations - this is essential
Strong knowledge of HCM, HRIS, and transformation programmes in federated organisations
Direct experience with US-specific employment legislation and state-by-state compliance
Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills at C-level
Confident in challenging requests that impact standardisation or scope
Experience working across multi-region teams in large-scale enterprise environments

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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