Workday Systems Analyst
London | Hybrid
Up to £67,000 + excellent package
A global brand is looking for an experienced Workday Systems Analyst to join its People Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the configuration, optimisation, and support of enterprise people systems within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will help enhance and maintain the Workday ecosystem, ensuring strong system performance, data governance, and user experience across the organisation.
Role and Responsibilities
Workday Configuration & Development
Support the design, configuration, and enhancement of Workday modules including HCM, Absence, Recruitment, Learning, Payroll, Performance, Talent, and Help
Deliver configuration changes aligned to business needs and system improvements
Identify opportunities for optimisation and automation across people systemsSystems Support & Management
Provide day-to-day support and troubleshooting for People Systems
Maintain data governance, reporting accuracy, and security standards
Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to maximise system capability and user experience
Provide technical guidance to People team membersSystem Enhancements & Testing
Support Workday upgrades, releases, and enhancement projects
Coordinate testing activities, documentation, and deployment processes
Work closely with AMS providers on development and production releases
Communicate system changes effectively to support user adoptionReporting & Analytics
Produce ad hoc and bespoke reports to support business insights and workforce planning
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop meaningful people analyticsCollaboration & Continuous Improvement
Build strong cross-functional relationships across the organisation
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and an inclusive team culture
Remain adaptable to changing business priorities
Skills & Experience
Essential Skills
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience working in fast-paced environments and managing competing priorities
Understanding of systems change and project delivery methodologies
Proven experience delivering high-quality system or project work to tight deadlines
Previous experience in Workday, HRIS, or People Systems roles within complex organisations
Experience supporting data governance, reporting, and systems optimisation initiatives
Technical Experience
Strong Workday experience across:
HCM
Recruitment
Absence
Learning
Payroll
Performance & Talent
Security Management
Reporting & Integrations