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Workday HR - Recruitment & Compensation Configuration Manager

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Job Overview

We're seeking a Workday Configuration Developer Manager to assist with design and end‑to‑end solutioning across our Workday PATT portfolio

Summary Of Responsibilities

  • Configure and maintain Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking modules to meet complex business requirements.
  • Lead end-to-end solution delivery, including design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
  • Partner with Payroll & Absence teams to understand business needs and translate them into scalable Workday solutions.
  • Perform impact analysis for new features and enhancements during Workday releases (R1 & R2).
  • Develop and execute test plans, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality assurance for all configurations.
  • Provide expert-level guidance on Workday best practices and system optimization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT and HR, to ensure seamless integration and data integrity.
  • Maintain documentation of configurations and processes for audit and compliance purposes.
  • Stay updated with Workday releases and new features; evaluate and implement new functionalities as needed.
  • Participate in bi-weekly sprints.
  • Workday Pro Certification in Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, or other relevant modules preferred.
  • 5+ years of hands-on Workday configuration experience, with proven expertise in Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking.
  • Strong understanding of Workday business processes and security frameworks.
  • Experience in building, testing, and deploying Workday solutions in a global environment.
  • Ability to work independently as an individual contributor while influencing stakeholders.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate with global teams across time zones.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work and meeting deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically across HR processes.


  • Qualifications (Minimum Required)

    • 5+ years of experience in an analyst, BRM or development role
    • Workday certification in Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking.
    • Experience supporting Workday in a multi-country, multi-currency environment.
    • Familiarity with SOX compliance and audit requirements.
    • Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Power Point).
    • Excellent communication skills: ability to simplify complexity and align diverse stakeholders.

    Preferred Qualifications Include

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related field.
    • Master's degree in Information Systems Management, Enterprise Architecture, or MBA with Technology Focus (preferred).
    • Direct experience with Workday Studio, EIB, Report Writer, Business Processes

    Physical Requirements/Work Environment

    • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
    • Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.
    • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.
    • Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.
    • Regular and consistent attendance.
    • Varied hours may be required.
    • Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
    • Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.

    Work Environment: Home based

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    Job ID: 147325581