Workday Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Software company in the UK is seeking an experienced Workday Project Manager to oversee the planning and execution of various Workday projects. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Finance, HR, and IT to ensure project success and alignment with organizational objectives. This role demands excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, along with a strong background in Workday modules and project management practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing Workday implementations or large-scale system upgrades.
• Strong understanding of Workday modules such as HCM, Finance, Payroll, and Recruiting.
• Experience working across geographically dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management of Workday implementation and integration.
• Act as primary liaison between internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Agile Methodology

Education

Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)

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Posted:

16.06.2025

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31.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Workday Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and optimisation of Workday implementations and enhancements across our clients organisation a PE backed Software company. You will work cross-functionally with stakeholders in Finance, HR, and IT to ensure the successful delivery of Workday-related initiatives that align with business objectives and support rapid scaling.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management of Workday implementation, integration, and optimisation projects.
• Act as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, Workday consultants, and third-party vendors.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate testing efforts, change management, and training activities to ensure successful user adoption.
• Ensure Workday configurations and enhancements meet business requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring timely communication and resolution.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice adoption in Workday processes and governance.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing Workday implementations or large-scale system upgrades, preferably within a SaaS or technology-led business.
• Strong understanding of Workday modules such as HCM, Finance, Payroll, and Recruiting.
• Demonstrated experience in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PRINCE2, or similar).
• Ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced, PE-backed environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working across geographically dispersed teams.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.