Workday Systems Analyst

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a detail-oriented Workday Systems Analyst to help transition Workday into Business as Usual. This hybrid role requires hands-on experience in configuring Workday modules and strong analytical skills. You will support strategy development and enhance system functionality, working collaboratively with various stakeholders. This opportunity offers a salary of up to £75,000 plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience configuring multiple Workday modules.
• Familiarity with Advanced Comp, Benefits, and Talent & Performance is a plus.
• Experience supporting Workday's bi-annual releases.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in data quality and audits.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of Workday strategy.
• Configure, maintain, and enhance Workday modules.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues and user queries.
• Partner with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Configuration of Workday modules

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement mindset

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Workday Systems Analyst

Location: London, Hybrid, 3 days onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: up to £75,000 + bonus + benefits

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Workday Systems Analyst to support the transition of Workday into Business as Usual (BAU). This is an exciting opportunity to join a new team at a pivotal moment, embedding best practices, driving adoption, and helping shape the future of our Workday platform.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of Workday strategy in line with business goals.
• Configure, maintain, and enhance a range of Workday modules, including HCM, Recruiting, Absence, and Time Tracking.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues and user queries; ensure compliance with IT change governance.
• Partner with People, IT, and business stakeholders to embed Workday and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead and support testing, training, release planning, documentation, and reporting activities.
• Maintain security and data integrity, ensure reporting needs are met, and manage Workday integrations with IT.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience configuring multiple Workday modules (HCM, Recruiting, Absence, Time Tracking).
• Familiarity with Advanced Comp, Benefits, and Talent & Performance is a plus.
• Experience supporting Workday's bi-annual releases and BAU activities.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, particularly in data quality, audits, and EIB uploads.
• Ability to create calculated fields, dashboards, reports, and design Workday Journeys and surveys.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work in a cross-functional environment.

You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, playing a key role in optimising a critical HR system at one of the world’s leading property consultancies. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your Workday expertise, contribute to meaningful projects, and make a tangible impact.

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/