Job Description
Job Title: Workday HCM Functional Lead
Location: Hybrid – 2 days per week onsite in London
6 months Contract - Inside IR35
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Workday HCM Functional Lead to join a global implementation program. This role will be instrumental in delivering high-impact Workday HCM solutions across Core HR, Compensation, and Absence modules, driving business efficiency and enabling global HR transformation. You’ll collaborate with international teams, engage directly with clients, and provide strategic input across multiple phases of the implementation lifecycle.
Fluency in Spanish and Portuguese is highly preferred, with additional languages such as Czech, Romanian, or Bulgarian considered a strong advantage.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and deliver full lifecycle Workday HCM implementations, from discovery and design to deployment and post-go-live support
* Configure Workday modules, with a focus on Core HR, Compensation, and Absence
* Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering strategic insights and functional guidance throughout the project lifecycle
* Collaborate cross-functionally with technical teams, HR stakeholders, and external partners
* Provide training and support to ensure successful adoption and ongoing system optimization
* Stay current on Workday enhancements and industry trends to advise on best practices
* Drive continuous improvement in delivery methodology and team performance
Required Experience & Skills:
* Proven experience leading at least five end-to-end Workday HCM implementations
* Deep functional expertise in Workday Core HR, Compensation, and Absence
* Strong understanding of global HR processes and compliance considerations
* Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a distributed global team
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
* Strong organizational skills with a focus on quality and timely delivery
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with Workday Absence, Time Tracking, and Recruiting modules
* Prior involvement in multi-country or multilingual implementations
* Fluency in Spanish and Portuguese (strongly preferred)
* Additional language skills in Czech, Romanian, or Bulgarian (preferred)
Esther Urtecho
Senior Delivery Consultant
London | Bristol | Amsterdam