Workday HCM Functional Consultant

Deloitte France; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte is seeking a Workday Functional Consultant to join our HR Strategy & Technology team in the United States. The role focuses on supporting Workday HCM modules, gathering business requirements, and leading client workshops to drive HR optimization projects.

The candidate will configure Workday, perform testing, prepare training materials, and develop deliverables while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 50% is required; prior work with Fortune 500 clients is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience supporting, implementing, or optimizing Workday HCM in one or more modules (HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Recruiting, On boarding, Learning, Performance Management or Talent).
• 2+ years of experience gathering and documenting business requirements and business processes.
• 2+ years of experience in consulting or in human resources, finance, or technology.
• Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
• Workday HCM certification in one or more HCM modules including Workday HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Recruiting, Onboarding, Learning, Performance Management or Talent
• 2+ years of experience serving Fortune 500 or equivalent clients
• 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis and Microsoft PowerPoint for executive-level presentations
• Experience using Microsoft Visio to create process flows or technical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Workday functional workstreams for implementation and optimization projects.
• Gathering, documenting, and validating business requirements related to HR processes and Workday functionality.
• Participating in client workshops, demonstrations, and design discussions to support business process and system decisions.
• Assisting with Workday configuration, testing, data validation, and end-user training activities.
• Developing project deliverables, including process documentation, configuration guides, and training materials.
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Skills

Workday HCM

Requirements gathering

Client workshops

Stakeholder communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Workday Functional Consultant

Position Summary

Our Human Capital practice helps organizations address the changing nature of work, workforce, and workplace. We bring sector experience and cross-domain insight to help clients solve complex workforce challenges and align talent strategies to business priorities. Join our team and help organizations transform work in ways that make work better for humans and humans better at work.

Recruiting for this role ends on 06/11/2027.

Work you'll do

As a Workday Functional Consultant on the HR Strategy & Technology team, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting Workday functional workstreams for implementation and optimization projects

• Gathering, documenting, and validating business requirements related to HR processes and Workday functionality

• Participating in client workshops, demonstrations, and design discussions to support business process and system decisions

• Assisting with Workday configuration, testing, data validation, and end-user training activities

• Developing project deliverables, including process documentation, configuration guides, and training materials

• A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product

• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships

• Ability to lead projects or workstreams

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to provide clear guidance to others

  The team

Our HR Strategy & Technology Offering develops HR strategies and implements HR technologies that help organizations improve workforce experience and HR effectiveness. We help clients navigate change, enhance HR capabilities, and build a more resilient workforce.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

• 1+ year of experience supporting, implementing, or optimizing Workday HCM in one or more of the following modules: HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Recruiting, On boarding, Learning, Performance Management or Talent

• 2+ years of experience gathering and documenting business requirements and business processes

• 2+ years of experience in consulting or in human resources, finance, or technology

• Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.

• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

  Preferred:

• Workday HCM certification in one or more HCM modules including Workday HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Recruiting, Onboarding, Learning, Performance Management or Talent

• 2+ years of experience serving Fortune 500 or equivalent clients

• 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis and Microsoft PowerPoint for executive-level presentations

• Experience using Microsoft Visio to create process flows or technical diagrams

  The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $86,700 to $170,900.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Deloitte is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruiting process, please direct your inquires to the Global Call Center (GCC) at [e-mail].

For more information about Human Capital, visit our landing page at:

https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-human-capital-consulting-jobs.html

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.