Workday Systems Lead

Workday Systems Lead - £550 - £700 Per Day – 6 Month Contract – Global Brand

Overview:
We are currently searching for an experienced Workday Systems Lead to join a major global organisation on an initial 6-month contract. The role will take ownership of the People Systems landscape, with a particular focus on Workday, systems strategy, integrations, roadmap development and ongoing optimisation.

Role & Responsibilities:

Own the functionality, architecture and performance of the organisation’s People Systems, operating within a Workday-first environment.
Develop and manage the People Technology roadmap, prioritising system upgrades, enhancements and new implementations.
Take ownership of Workday across the HR application suite, including configuration, integrations and ongoing optimisation.
Ensure People Systems integrate effectively across the wider technology architecture, working closely with Technology and product teams.
Manage third-party system providers and support partners, ensuring effective service delivery and contractual alignment.
Lead and develop a small team of Workday / HR Systems Analysts.
Ensure systems meet audit, regulatory, security and data-quality requirements.
Provide systems expertise into wider People strategy, transformation and technology initiatives.Technical Requirements:

Extensive hands-on experience with Workday, including configuration, integrations and systems management.
Strong experience owning or developing People Technology / HRIS roadmaps.
Broad understanding of HR systems architecture, integrations and the wider People Technology landscape.
Strong knowledge of HR processes and the end-to-end employee lifecycle.
Experience managing Workday product owners, third-party suppliers and external support partners.
Previous experience leading and developing Workday / HR Systems teams.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work across HR, Technology and senior leadership teams.
Experience managing system upgrades, implementations, compliance, governance and continuous improvement initiatives.Role & Package:

£550 - £700 Per Day
Initial 6 Month Contract
Global OrganisationWorkday Systems Lead - £550 - £700 Per Day – 6 Month Contract – Global Brand