Workday HCM Lead

Jade Global; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jade Global in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Workday HCM consultant to configure and optimize Core HCM modules across HR, compensation, reporting, and security. You will partner with client teams to capture requirements and translate them into robust Workday configurations.

You will lead workshops, ensure data integrity and security, provide end-user training, and develop documentation. You will also design integrations with other HR systems and stay current with Workday releases to propose

Qualifications

• Experience configuring Workday Core HCM modules (HR, Compensation, Reporting, Security).
• Experience in end-to-end implementation, AMS, or rollout for multiple regions.
• Ability to lead workshops and collaborate with business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Workday Core HCM modules (HR, Compensation, Reporting, Security).
• Collaborate with client teams to collect requirements and translate into configurations.
• Lead and support workshops for Workday Core HCM modules.
• Optimize security, data integrity, and regulatory compliance across regions.
• Provide end-user training and create documentation.
• Troubleshoot issues and deliver timely resolutions.
• Design, develop, and test Workday integrations with other HR systems.
• Stay updated on Workday releases and assess impact for enhancements.

Skills

Workday Core HCM configuration

Workday HCM certification

Workshop leadership

End-to-end implementation experience

Security and data integrity

Workday integrations

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Workday certification

Tools

Workday integration tools

APIs for HR systems

Job description

Location: Pleasanton, CA (onsite min 3 days)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Configure and maintain various Workday Core HCM modules, such as Human Resources, Core Compensation, Reporting, and Security.
• Collaborate with the Client’s Project team, HR, and business stakeholders to collect requirements, analyze business processes, and translate them into effective Workday configurations and solutions.
• Apply consulting skills, business acumen, and specialized solution expertise to seamlessly integrate functionalities into the client's business ecosystem, ensuring the achievement of expected business outcomes.
• Optimize and uphold the Workday system, ensuring data integrity, system security, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide end-user training and support, addressing queries, conducting workshops, and generating documentation to enhance user understanding and adoption of Workday functionalities.
• Troubleshoot system issues, investigate errors, and deliver timely resolutions to ensure system reliability and user satisfaction.
• Collaborate with technical teams to design, develop, and test integrations between Workday and other HR systems or third-party applications.
• Stay informed about Workday releases, new features, and industry trends, assessing their impact, and proposing relevant system enhancements.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise:

• Good to have certification as a Workday HCM professional with substantial hands‑on experience configuring and supporting Workday Core HCM modules.
• Good to have certification in any other advanced Workday modules.
• Demonstrate competence and relevant experience in leading/supporting workshops for Workday Core HCM modules in at least one project.
• Possess over 4 years of experience in end‑to‑end implementation, AMS, or rollout of Core HCM modules for American, European, and/or APAC customer businesses (preferred).
• Familiarity with core HCM localization and legislative requirements in various countries in APAC, Europe, and North America.
• Identify chances to enhance the configuration of current security features and lead continuous efforts to improve efficiency and refine core configurations.
• Set up system security settings, coordinate and execute unit testing, and provide guidance to teams conducting integration and acceptance testing.

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