Workday Engagement Manager - Associate Director

Guidehouse; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Workday Engagement Manager to join its Workday Practice in a high-impact advisory role. You will lead assessments and transformations, delivering Workday solutions and enabling informed business decisions for clients.

You will guide project stages, demonstrate strong consultative skills, and strive for superior client satisfaction while travel up to 50% to Hawaii as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years Workday EM experience, or master's with 5+ years.
• ERP experience with Workday, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, etc.
• Current Workday Certification (excluding pro) is required.
• Experience delivering projects within a structured methodology.

Responsibilities

• Participate in assessments and transformations delivering Workday solutions.
• Assist on projects to streamline client processes and manage engagements.
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork and continuous innovation on the Workday team.
• Demonstrate consultative skills and drive high customer satisfaction.
• Manage stages of a Workday project with guidance as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

No degree + 11 years experience

Tools

Workday

Engagement Management

Job description

Job Family: SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting Travel Required: Up to 50% Clearance Required: None

What You Will Do:

• As part of our Workday Practice, you'll be part of a new and energized team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology
• From initial assessments to entire transformations, you'll deliver Workday solutions equipping organizations with the information they need to make better business decisions
• Be an active participant on assigned projects helping to streamline client process and manage the overall engagement
• Participate in an innovative, teaming culture for the Workday team to enabled constant innovation
• Strong ability to manage the stages of a Workday project
• Demonstrate consultative skills
• Have a passion for high customer satisfaction levels

What You Will Need:

• Bachelors degree with MINIMUM of SEVEN (7) years of experience using Workday in an EM (engagement management)/business process improvement capacity, preferably as an Engagement Manager from a previous firm;
• OR a Masters degree with a MINIMUM of FIVE (5) years of experience using Workday in an EM (engagement management)/business process improvement capacity, preferably as an Engagement Manager from a previous firm.
• Years of experience can be substituted for a formal degree, such as NO degree with a MINIMUM of ELEVEN (11) years of experience using Workday in an EM (engagement management)/business process improvement capacity, preferably as an Engagement Manager from a previous firm
• Experience with an ERP system: Workday, Oracle, SAP, Peoplesoft, etc
• A proven role in multiple referenceable implementations
• Current holder of a Workday Certification, EXCLUDING pro certifications
• Experience with the execution of projects within a structured methodology

PLEASE NOTE: This role will be onsite in Hawaii OR up to 50% travel to Hawaii is required (if non-local)

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Preference will be given to those who are Workday certified in EM
• Preference will be given to those with direct EM experience
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, focused on Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Strong written and oral communication skills (RFP responses, white papers, etc) and presentation skills such as Workday demonstrations and client presentations
• PMP certification
• Implementations involving deploying within a state or local government is preferred
• Experience working in complex multi-phase implementations

The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future.

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