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Workday Functional Consultant – Mid-Senior Level
ERM. Lead and support end-to-end configuration and administration of Workday modules including Core HCM, Absence, Talent Acquisition, Performance & Talent Management, Compensation, Benefits, Journeys, Knowledge, and Case Management .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Workday configuration and administration, particularly in Core HCM, Benefits, and Compensation modules. Proven ability to manage complex HR processes, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Workday Functional ExperienceWorkday Pro Certification in Platform AdministrationBenefits Administration SupportConfiguration and Process MappingStakeholder Management
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Hard Skills
Workday ConfigurationCore HCMBenefitsCompensationProcess MappingTestingData GovernanceRegulatory ComplianceAgile MethodologiesContinuous Improvement
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsIndependencePriority Management
Tools & Technologies
WorkdayHR SystemsSOPsFunctional Documentation
Certifications & Qualifications
Workday Pro Certification in Platform AdministrationWorkday Pro Certification in Core HCM
Industry Keywords
HR ProcessesCompliance RequirementsData Integrity StandardsGlobal DeploymentsBenefits Integrations
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead and support end-to-end configuration and administration of Workday modules including Core HCM, Absence, Talent Acquisition, Performance & Talent Management, Compensation, Benefits, Journeys, Knowledge, and Case Management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver configurations and enhancements
- Support Benefits administration, including plan configuration, life events, eligibility rules, enrolment processes, integrations, regulatory compliance, and annual Open Enrollment events
- Ensure compliance with IT governance, audit, and data integrity standards
- Support internal and external audits as required
- Monitor and resolve complex Workday incidents and service requests within SLA
- Communicate clearly and promptly with stakeholders
- Support Workday releases, regression testing, and change management initiatives
- Prepare and maintain functional documentation and SOPs
- Provide knowledge transfer to HR superusers and team members
- Stay current with Workday functionality, industry trends, and best practices
- Recommend process improvements and optimisations
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5+ years of hands-on Workday functional experience
- Expertise in at least two Workday modules, including Benefits, Compensation, or Advanced Compensation
- Proven experience in configuration, process mapping, testing, and continuous improvement of HR processes
- Experience supporting Benefits administration, configuration, or employee enrolment processes within Workday
- Workday Pro Certification in Platform Administration and Core HCM
- Strong understanding of HR processes, compliance requirements, and data governance principles
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and global delivery models
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Experience in global deployments and stakeholder management
- Experience with Benefits integrations involving carriers, payroll providers, or third-party vendors
- Workday Pro Certifications in advanced Workday modules are nice to have
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid working arrangement
- Global collaboration opportunities
- Workday Pro Certification in Platform Administration and Core HCM
- Opportunities to work with digital, automation, and AI-enabled tools
- Shift flexibility where required, with reduced reliance on shifts as processes mature and automation increases