ON Partners

Workday HCM Consulting Manager

ON Partners
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $175,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Workday HCM solutions, including configuration and product ownership, while effectively managing agile release processes and client engagements. Proven ability to build trusted advisor relationships and drive continuous improvement in HCM business processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Workday HCM Configuration ExperienceProduct Ownership in Workday HCMAgile Release Management ProcessesWorkday Certification in HCM ModulesHCM Business Process Knowledge

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct ERP readiness assessments, develop roadmaps, and advise clients on ERP-related decisions
  • Collaborate with client leaders and practitioners to define vision, evaluate options, and align technology investments with mission outcomes
  • Lead daily meetings, workshops, interviews, and executive briefings
  • Surface priorities, drive program execution, and build consensus
  • Manage working relationships among clients, system implementation partners, independent contractors, and other third parties
  • Help clients contextualize Workday challenges and decisions using relevant experience, product expertise, and practical solutions
  • Facilitate the end-to-end product lifecycle for Workday HCM solutions
  • Define roadmaps, prioritize backlogs, and coordinate delivery across configuration, integration, reporting, and technical teams
  • Provide framework and tactical support for biannual Workday releases and routine system enhancements
  • Drive continuous improvement across HCM business processes while ensuring platform stability
  • Partner with program management, change management, training, HR, and IT delivery teams on complex Workday programs
  • Support methodology development, proposal writing, business development, thought leadership, and internal capability building

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of hands-on configuration experience in multiple Workday HCM modules as a Workday customer or systems implementor
  • 3+ years of product ownership experience in multiple Workday HCM modules as a Workday customer or consultant
  • Experience defining and managing agile release management processes, including backlog management, roadmap definition, prioritization, sprint planning, and change control
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Workday HCM solution and Workday ecosystem
  • Workday customer or implementor certification in one or more HCM modules
  • Strong functional knowledge of HCM business processes, Workday solution challenges, and leading practices
  • Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations
  • Ability to lead client engagements independently and collaboratively
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Demonstrated ability to build trusted advisor relationships with clients
  • Experience supporting sales and business development
  • Flexibility to travel periodically based on business and client needs
  • Previous employment as a management or technology consultant at a recognized professional services organization
  • Previous experience in management or technology consulting with material client project experience in HCM business process analysis and ERP transformation
  • Previous experience and/or certification as an HR professional
  • Experience working with mission-driven sectors such as higher education, nonprofit, and state and local government is preferred
  • Experience supporting business development efforts such as proposal writing and sourcing new business for existing clients is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • HSA and FSA accounts
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Fertility and family planning benefits
  • Employee assistance and discount programs
  • 11 paid federal holidays
  • Flexible unlimited time off (UTO)
  • Generous 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
  • Flexible career paths with advancement, mobility, and flexibility
  • Flexible work environment
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Inclusive culture and healthy work environment
  • Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

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Hard Skills
Workday HCM SolutionsConfiguration ManagementBacklog ManagementRoadmap DefinitionSprint PlanningChange ControlAnalytical SkillsProposal WritingBusiness DevelopmentERP Transformation
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsClient EngagementCollaborationRelationship BuildingFlexibility
Certifications & Qualifications
Workday HCM CertificationHR Professional Certification
Industry Keywords
ERP Readiness AssessmentsHCM Business ProcessesMission-Driven SectorsHigher EducationNonprofitState and Local Government