Workday Consultant, Strategic Consulting

Cielo, Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Cielo is seeking a remote Workday Consultant in Mumbai, India, with at least 2 years of experience in Workday configuration and implementation. In this role, you will collaborate with clients to design effective Workday solutions while ensuring compliance with industry best practices. Key qualifications include proficiency in Workday HCM or Finance modules and experience in Agile methodologies. Join us to be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience as a Workday consultant.
• Proven track record in supporting or implementing Workday solutions.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow delivery methodologies and promote industry best practices.
• Develop and implement change management strategies.
• Engage in proactive communication with peers and clients.

Skills

Workday configuration

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Workday Report Writer

Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB)

Job description

Workday Consultant, Strategic Consulting

We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Workday Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven record of at least 2+ years of experience in Workday configuration, implementation, and support. In this role you will collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements and translate them into effective Workday solutions, ensuring system optimization and alignment with industry best practices.

Location Specifics

India

Requirement: A minimum of 2 years of relevant Workday implementation experience in a client-facing role. Preferred industries include Consulting, IT, & Corporate settings.

Language Requirement: English

Position Setup: Remote

Shift

2nd Shift (2 PM to 11 PM IST)

Duties and Responsibilities

Service Delivery Expertise

• Follow delivery methodologies appropriate to the project and the consultant’s role and promote industry best practices.
• Deliver high quality execution and completion rates on all client engagements.
• Develop and/or implement effective change management strategies, including communications, testing and training programs.
• Demonstrate the highest level of ethical behavior and personal integrity.
• Engage in positive and pro‑active communication with peers and colleagues, building effective relationships within and across the business.
• Apply talent acquisition strategies and concepts in organizations with diverse needs.

Cultural Expertise

• Contribute to and support a positive team environment.
• Provide and accept feedback while looking for opportunities to help others.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience as a Workday consultant, with a proven track record of supporting or implementing Workday solutions utilizing Agile or Scrum methodologies.
• Modules: Proficiency in configuring at least one or more Workday HCM or Finance module(s) (e.g., Core HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Payroll, Talent & Performance, Financial Management, Recruiting, etc.).
• Project Lifecycle: Experience with all phases of the Workday implementation lifecycle (requirements gathering, design, configuration, testing, deployment).
• Technical Skills: Experience with Workday tools such as Report Writer, calculated fields, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), and Core Connectors with a strong working knowledge of web services and the Workday security framework.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into understandable presentations for clients. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, Information Systems, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Systems and Technologies: Functional and/or technical experience implementing Paradox, HiredScore, Oracle, SAP, Workato, Jitterbit.
• Consulting: A minimum of 2 years of client‑facing consulting experience.
• Certifications: Active Workday Certification in one or more HCM or Finance modules is highly preferred.

This is a remote role for candidates in India only.

All your information will be kept confidential according to requirements.

Cielo is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law for an individual who falls within the jurisdiction of such law.

Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting Cielo Talent Acquisition at [phone] or at [e-mail]