Role & responsibilities * Workday Implementation & Configuration: Implement and configure Workday HCM features and customizations to align with business needs and industry best practices, ensuring a seamless user experience. * System Integrations: Develop and maintain integrations between Workday and key systems, including recruitment, benefits, payroll, time and attendance, and learning management, ensuring data consistency and operational efficiency. * Data Accuracy & Integrity: Perform regular audits and maintenance activities to uphold the accuracy and integrity of employee data within Workday. * Security & Access Management: Design and implement security roles and permissions, ensuring users have appropriate access levels while maintaining data security and compliance. * Reporting & Analytics: Build and maintain custom reports and dashboards in Workday, providing key insights to support business intelligence and strategic decision-making. * Workday Updates & Enhancements: Stay current with Workday releases and new functionality, collaborating with stakeholders to assess and implement relevant enhancements. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HR and IT teams to ensure seamless integration between Workday and other HR and IT systems, optimizing workflows and operational effectiveness. Preferred candidate profile * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience. * 3+ years of experience administering and configuring the Workday system. * Experience with Workday modules such as HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Integrations, and Payroll. * Workday Integrations experience is required. * Familiarity with HR and payroll processes and regulations. * Workday certifications preferred. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS * Strong written and spoken communication skills * Creative and analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills * Must demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills * Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization * Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, handle and prioritize simultaneous requests, and manage laterally and upwards * Ability to develop strong partnership with business stakeholders across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines and work well with all levels of management but also able to work independently to resolve issues