Workday Technical Integration Lead

Cloud2 Consult; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in London is seeking a Workday Integration & Systems Lead. This role involves responsibility for the technical setup and integration of their HR platform, ensuring seamless data flow and high performance. Candidates should have over 5 years of Workday integration experience and strong technical skills, particularly in Workday Studio and API development. The position offers a full-time contract in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Workday integrations and system configuration.
• Strong proficiency with Workday Studio, EIB, and API development.
• Experience managing build projects and coordinating Workday upgrades.
• Understanding of integration design and technical frameworks.
• Experience with XML, XSLT, JSON for HR system development.
• Experience running and reviewing integration tests during changes/releases.
• Solid grasp of security, access controls, and compliance considerations.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, and support Workday integrations.
• Manage the platform’s upgrade schedule and test integrations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and HR process owners for solutions.
• Act as in-house expert; share knowledge and provide guidance to colleagues.
• Identify and resolve issues quickly to minimise downtime and risk.
• Ensure activities comply with security rules and legal requirements.
• Develop improvement plans to boost speed, capacity, and resilience.
• Maintain clear records of configurations, integrations, and workflows.

Skills

Workday integrations

System configuration

API development

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Tools

Workday Studio

EIB

XML

JSON

Job description

Base pay range

This range is provided by Cloud2 Consult. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

My client is looking for a Workday Integration & Systems Lead to take responsibility for the technical set-up and integration environment of their HR platform. This role sits at the heart of their People Technology function, ensuring all data flows and connected systems work seamlessly, performance is consistently high, and new functionality is implemented without disruption.

The successful applicant will be the primary technical contact for the platform, combining deep hands-on expertise with the ability to plan ahead for future enhancements and evolving business needs.

What you’ll be doing

• Build, configure, and support a range of Workday integrations, from Workday Studio and EIB to connectors and custom API links.
• Take charge of the platform’s upgrade schedule, preparing and testing integrations ahead of each release.
• Work alongside internal tech teams, external partners, and HR process owners to deliver solutions that fit business priorities.
• Act as the in-house expert, sharing technical knowledge with colleagues and offering practical guidance when needed.
• Quickly identify and resolve issues, keeping downtime to a minimum.
• Make sure all activity is compliant with internal security rules and any relevant legislation.
• Develop improvement plans to boost speed, capacity, and system resilience.
• Keep clear, detailed records of system configurations, integrations, and workflows.

Must-Have Background

Technical Expertise

• At least five years’ experience working on Workday integrations and system configuration.
• Strong proficiency with Workday Studio, EIB, connectors, and API development.
• Demonstrable history of managing build projects and coordinating Workday upgrades.
• A clear understanding of integration design and technical frameworks.
• Working knowledge of XML, XSLT, JSON, and similar tools used for HR system development.
• Experience running and reviewing integration tests during changes or releases.
• Solid grasp of security, access controls, and compliance considerations.
• Logical problem solver who can tackle complex issues.
• Skilled communicator, comfortable working with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple streams of work.
• High attention to accuracy and detail in every stage of delivery.
• Comfortable adjusting to new tools, processes, and priorities.

Nice to have

• Experience working within a large, multi-site organisation.
• Exposure to other HRIS platforms or enterprise software.
• Awareness of wider IT architecture and cloud-based integration methods.
• Involvement in setting or influencing systems strategy.
• Relevant technical or Workday certifications.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology, Human Resources, and Project Management
• Industries