Overview
Allstate Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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Posting date end date: Monday 5th January 2026 [11.59pm]
Role summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Workday HCM Engineer to join our HR Technology team. This role will focus on system configuration, feature releases, and support across one or more of the following Workday modules: Time & Attendance, Recruiting, Compensation, or Security. The ideal candidate will play a key role in enhancing and maintaining our Workday environment to ensure alignment with business needs and compliance requirements.
Key responsibilities
* Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday modules, particularly in one or more of the following: Time & Attendance, recruiting, compensation and Security and Role-Based Access Control
* Partner with HR, Payroll, and IT teams to deliver system solutions that align with business processes
* Participate in system enhancements, testing, and release management
* Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and resolve defects
* Ensure data integrity through regular audits and validations
* Document configuration decisions, test results, and functional architecture
* Resolve the issues and blockers for assigned features and product stories
* Support the planning, conduct, and review of module and integration testing for all but the most complex projects
* Assist with overall product planning by contributing to/creating stories for low to moderately complex features in areas of responsibility
Essential Skills
* All candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Allstate is unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
* A minimum of 3 years of Workday HCM experience, with hands-on configuration in one or more of the following modules: Time Tracking & Absence, Recruiting, Core Compensation & Advanced Compensation, Security
* Proven experience in analyzing and improving HR data flows using systems such as Workday
* Consistently delivered projects and tasks on time in fast-paced, high-volume environments, contributing to improvement in team efficiency or client satisfaction
Desirable Skills
* Workday certification in one or more functional areas is a plus
* Experience with Workday Studio, Report Writer, EIBs, or other integration tools is a plus
* Familiarity with SOX or data privacy compliance (e.g., GDPR) is a plus
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Supervisory Responsibilities
* This job does not have supervisory duties
Benefits
* A generous, flexible benefits package including annual leave, healthcare and dental cover, pension, and lifestyle discounts
* Access to world-class learning platforms and award-winning L&D
* Clear career paths, internal mobility, and a strong focus on growth
* A people-first culture with flexible working options
Quality and Equal Opportunity
Statement on Fair Employment and Equal Opportunities: Allstate NI wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all job applicants. This company will not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender (including gender reassignment status), sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age or disability. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as women are currently under-represented in our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from women. All appointments will be made on merit. Applicants should note Allstate NI complete AccessNI background checks on all candidates offered a position.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Insurance and Financial Services
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