Workday HCM Consultant

Cognizant; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Workday HCM Consultant to guide clients through transformation, implementation and operation phases of Workday projects. This role requires hands-on configuration and strong HR domain knowledge to translate business requirements into system specifications.

You will collaborate with teams and clients, ensuring quality delivery while staying updated on Workday updates and project changes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years HR or recruiting experience.
• Workday functional experience highly desired.
• Proficient oral and written communications.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Team-oriented approach.
• Confident facilitation and presentation skills.
• Experience building relationships with stakeholders.
• Translate business requirements into system requirements.
• Desire to work in fast-paced, innovative HR technology solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in HR/HRIS.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel & PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Become a Workday champion and partner with your team and customers to achieve excellence in every phase of the project.
• Assist the Lead Consultants in gathering requirements, designing, prototyping, testing and implementing business solutions.
• Participate in Workday HCM implementation activities including discovery, architect, configuration, documentation, testing, and project reviews.
• Configure the system to meet customers’ expectations and requirements.
• Keep project leads and engagement managers updated on timeline, tasks, risks, and roles & responsibilities.
• Stay abreast of Workday updates and project changes; seek opportunities to grow your skills.
• Communicate effectively on timeline, tasks, risks, and responsibilities.

Skills

Workday HCM

HR domain knowledge

Client communication

Stakeholder management

Requirements translation

MS Office Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in HR/HRIS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Workday HCM Consultant

Job Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Cognizant is seeking a Workday HCM Consultant to be based in Kuala Lumpur. As a consultant, you will guide clients through the transformation, implementation and operation phases of a Workday implementation. Additionally, you must have a technical aptitude and be capable of configuring the product to meet the business requirements and design specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Become a Workday champion and partner closely with your team and customers to achieve excellence in every phase of the project.
• Assist the Lead Consultant(s) in gathering business requirements, designing and prototyping, testing and implementing business solutions.
• Participate in Workday HCM implementation activities including discovery, architect, configuration, documentation, testing, and project review sessions.
• Configure the system to the customers’ expectations and requirements.
• Master the art of “follow through”. Frequently update your project Lead and Engagement Manager on timeline, tasks, risks, roles & responsibilities, etc.
• Proactively keep yourself abreast of Workday updates and project changes. Seek out opportunities to further your skillset and professional growth. We love initiative!
• Communicate effectively on timeline, tasks, risks, roles & responsibilities

Skills and Requirements:

• 2+ years demonstrated experience in Human Resources or Recruiting experience required
• Workday functional experience highly desired
• Proficient oral and written communications skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A team-orientated approach with a primary focus on “working better together”
• Confident facilitation and presentation skills
• Experience in building lasting relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Knowledge and experience in translating business requirements into system requirements
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, innovative, and engaging environment delivering transformative HR Technology solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Human Resources Management, HRIS or related field
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

About Cognizant:

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

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