Lead Consultant, Workday Core HCM & Recruitment

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. Manage the full lifecycle of Workday/SF implementations from initiation through go-live and support.

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeKuala Lumpur • MalaysiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing full lifecycle Workday/SF implementations, providing strategic guidance on configuration and optimization, while leading cross-functional teams and mentoring junior consultants. Proven ability to drive project success through effective stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and performance enhancement.

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Workday Core HCM CertificationHRIS Implementation ManagementClient ManagementTeam LeadershipCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Workday ImplementationSystem OptimizationIntegration ValidationWorkflow CustomizationProject Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationPeople ManagementProblem SolvingMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday Core HCM Certification

Industry Keywords

HRISEnd-to-End ImplementationStakeholder ManagementChange ManagementQuality Assurance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full lifecycle of Workday/SF implementations from initiation through go-live and support.
Lead module-specific workshops and align business requirements with system capabilities.
Design cross-module integration processes and workflow customizations.
Provide expert guidance on configuration strategy and system optimization.
Serve as the primary consultant for senior client stakeholders.
Drive milestone sign-offs and manage escalations effectively.
Delegate and supervise junior consultant workstreams.
Mentor team members and support their HRIS certification journeys.
Conduct regular 1:1s and provide structured, actionable feedback.
Lead end-to-end module or functional process delivery.
Own integration validation and troubleshooting, QA cycles, project reporting, and stakeholder transparency.
Drive team performance, manage risks, solve complex problems, and support change.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
7–10 years of HRIS experience; led at least 5 end-to-end implementations.
Strong leadership, client management, and communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and guide cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated people management and team development capability.
Workday Core HCM Certification (required).