Job Description
Workday Time Tracking & Absence Specialist
Location: Hertfordshire – Hybrid (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)
Contract Length: 3-4 months initially (strong likelihood of extension)
Start Date: December 2025 / January 2026
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Day Rate: Competitive
Overview
We’re looking for a highly experienced Workday Time Tracking & Absence Specialist to step into a critical contract role supporting and enhancing our Workday environment. This position will take ownership of Time Tracking, Absence, and Time Off configuration and support, ensuring stable operations, strong user experience, and continuous improvement of processes.
You’ll work closely with HR, Payroll, People Ops, and IT stakeholders, acting as the subject matter expert for all Time/Absence related activity, from troubleshooting and change requests through to process optimisation and future enhancements.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the Workday SME for Time Tracking and Absence, supporting operations and system performance.
* Own and configure Time Tracking & Absence components including:
Time Off plans, leave plans, eligibility rules
Work schedules / perio...