Technology Enablement, Workday, Associate Director

KPMG Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Singapore is seeking a Workday Associate Director to lead their consulting practice. The role involves overseeing project delivery, developing business strategies, and managing stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of consulting experience with Workday solutions and strong leadership skills. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the practice's vision and growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in consulting and deploying Workday.
• Strong knowledge of Workday solutions and industry trends.
• Ability to manage multiple customer demands.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the KPMG Workday Practice in Singapore.
• Develops and implements business development strategies.
• Maintains relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Consulting experience

Workday solutions knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday certifications

Job description

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Work Type: Permanent

Start Date for Applications: 14 Oct 2025

Closing Date for Applications:

KPMG in Singapore is part of a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 143 countries and territories with more than 273,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients.

Job Description

KPMG has a strong Technology Enablement Practice in this region, and we are assisting several clients with End-to-End business transformation initiatives enabled by Workday solutions. Our practice is further expanding, and we are currently seeking a Workday, Associate Director to join our leadership team. You will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of Workday consulting and implementation to clients and managing the Workday practice. You will be responsible for the P&L for our practice and work independently in creating value for our clients. You will work closely with KPMG Leadership to get their buy-in in the vision for the practice building and investment plan.

This position is based in Singapore

Responsibilities

• Oversees the overall management and direction of the KPMG Workday Practice in Singapore, including the delivery of services, business development, and team management.
• Responsible for developing and implementing a business development strategy for the Workday practice. This includes identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, cultivating relationships, and building a strong pipeline of new clients. Expected to have a deep understanding of Workday, as well as the latest industry trends and best practices.
• Responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry leaders.
• Provide direction and support to delivery project teams especially as in presales where it relates to scope, budget, timeline and delivery matters where it relates to resolving critical deployment issues.
• Strong communication, leadership and organizational skills and ability to multi-task in support of multiple projects at a time

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in consulting, deploying large complex HCM/Financial solutions at a project and program manager level focusing on Workday.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Proven track record positioning/selling professional services.
• Ability to manage / prioritize multiple customers' demands balancing customer satisfaction with revenue and profitability targets.
• Strong knowledge of Workday solutions including understanding of best practices and industry trends.
• Ability to effectively develop presentations and present ideas and proposals to all levels of management.
• Excellent verbal/written communication, collaboration, analytical and presentation skills.
• Posses at least three current Workday certifications, including Engagement Manager certification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by KPMG Talent Acquisition team, personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.