Workday HCM Consultant

Job Title: Freelancing - Workday HCM Consultant

Experience: 4+ Years

Location: Remote (5 AM IST - 2 PM IST - Australian shift)

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• What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job Configuration, Support & Delivery 35%
• Configure and support Workday modules (HCM, Time Tracking, Absence, etc.)
• Execute enhancements, fixes, and releases, including SIT/UAT testing and deployment
• Troubleshoot issues and resolve production support tickets within SLAs
• Maintain configuration documentation, migration logs, and release artifacts Reporting, Data & Integrations 25%
• Build and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and calculated fields
• Perform data validation, reconciliation, and quality checks across systems
• Support integrations (EIBs, APIs, inbound/outbound feeds) including monitoring and error resolution
• Develop and maintain standard reporting library and reusable analytics assets Security & Compliance 20%
• Administer Workday security framework (roles, domains, business process security policies)
• Execute user access provisioning, modifications, and deprovisioning
• Perform periodic access reviews, SOD analysis, and audit support
• Maintain security documentation, controls evidence, and compliance artifacts Process Improvement & Automation — 10%
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend automation and simplification opportunities
• Support AI-enabled reporting, data validation, and automation initiatives
• Analyze ticket trends and system gaps to inform improvements Stakeholder Support & Operations — 10%
• Gather requirements and support stakeholders with reporting, security, and system needs
• Provide end-user support, training materials, and knowledge base documentation
• Assist with UAT coordination and business validation activities What are the requirements needed for this position

Experience

• 4-6 years of experience in Workday, with strong focus on Reporting and Security
• Hands-on experience with HCM, Time Tracking, and Absence modules
• Experience building complex reports, dashboards, and calculated fields
• Experience managing Workday security framework
• Exposure to integrations (EIBs, APIs) and data validation
• Experience supporting global HR systems and users
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid understanding of Workday data model and business process framework
• Attention to detail with strong data validation and quality mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Education
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Experience Skills & Knowledge

• Workday certifications (Reporting, Security, or HCM)
• Experience with AI/automation tools (e.g., Power Automate, Copilot)
• Experience with global organizations and compliance environments
• Exposure to other People Tech tools
• Experience with advanced analytics or visualization tools