Job Description

About the client:

We are one of the world's leading global professional services organizations--part of the renowned "

Big Four

"--driving transformation and innovation for businesses across every major industry. With a worldwide network of experts in strategy, technology, consulting, and assurance, we help organizations solve their toughest challenges and build a more resilient, sustainable future.

Here, you'll join a culture that champions learning, inclusivity, and bold thinking. You'll collaborate with exceptional people, work on high-impact projects, and shape solutions that influence industries and communities at scale. If you're ready to grow your career while creating real-world impact, this is the place to do it.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced

Workday Program Manager / Workday Solution Architect

to lead and deliver complex HRIS transformation programs across global organizations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise across the Workday ecosystem, strong program governance capabilities, and a proven track record of driving successful, large-scale Workday HCM and Payroll implementations.

This role requires a strategic thinker who can seamlessly balance solution architecture with hands-on delivery, stakeholder engagement, and continuous optimization of HR technology landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Leadership

Lead end-to-end delivery of multi-module Workday implementations, enhancements, and optimization programs. Establish robust program governance including project planning, resource management, budgeting, and risk mitigation. Drive alignment between HR, IT, business units, and external partners to ensure frictionless program execution. Oversee UAT, change management, deployment readiness, and post-production stabilization.

Solution Architecture & Functional Expertise

Serve as the Workday solution authority across modules including:

Workday HCM

Recruitment

Security & Advanced Security

Workday Prism Analytics

Advanced Reporting

Integrations (Studio, CCTPP, CCB)

Translate business needs into scalable, future-ready Workday architecture and configuration. Evaluate system design options, recommend best practices, and ensure alignment to enterprise HR technology strategy.

Integration & Reporting

Lead end-to-end design, development, and validation of complex Workday integrations. Build advanced reports, dashboards, and analytics solutions using Workday Prism and Advanced Reporting. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate data flows and seamless integration with third-party systems.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

Act as the primary liaison for global HR, IT, finance, and payroll teams throughout the program lifecycle. Manage external implementation partners and vendor relationships to ensure delivery excellence. Facilitate workshops, status updates, executive presentations, and decision-making forums.

Continuous Improvement

Conduct health checks, system audits, and release management to improve Workday performance. Identify automation, optimization, and innovation opportunities to maximize ROI. Mentor and guide internal teams on Workday functionality and best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

12+ years of hands-on Workday experience

with strong command across HCM, Security, Reporting, Recruitment, and Integrations.

Proven leadership in large-scale global Workday implementations

(full lifecycle). Strong understanding of HR processes, HR data models, and HR transformation programs. Excellent problem-solving, communication, analytical, and executive stakeholder management skills. Experience with Workday Studio, CCTPP, CCB, web services, and integration frameworks. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple concurrent initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

Workday certifications in HCM, Integrations, Reporting, or Security. Experience in multi-country Payroll or Payroll integrations. Prior consulting experience in HR technology transformation programs. Background in industries such as Technology, Pharma, Professional Services, or Manufacturing
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: Remote