Workday Core HCM - Lead Consultant

ROLE SUMMARY: Owns end-to-end module delivery, leads client workshops, drives solution architecture decisions, develops junior talent, and ensures project quality and timely delivery. Carries mandatory team leadership accountability.

KEY TASKS

Project Leadership - Manage full lifecycle of SF implementations from initiation through go-live and support.

Lead module-specific workshops and align business requirements with system capabilities.

Solution Architecture - Design cross-module integration processes and workflow customizations.

Provide expert guidance on configuration strategy and system optimization.

Stakeholder Engagement - Serve as the primary consultant for senior client stakeholders.

Drive milestone sign-offs and manage escalations effectively.

Team Leadership & Mentoring - Delegate and supervise junior consultant workstreams.

Mentor team members and support their HRIS certification journeys.

Conduct regular 1:1s and provide structured, actionable feedback.

Competencies Required

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY

Process Ownership – Leads end-to-end module or functional process delivery.

Integration Oversight - Owns end-to-end integration validation and troubleshooting.

QA Governance - Owns QA cycles; sets standards and review discipline.

Project Reporting – Owns project reporting and drives transparency across stakeholders.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCY

Leadership

Inspires confidence and drives team performance.

Task Ownership

Takes initiative, flags risks, and ensures timely delivery.

Consulting Skills

Guides clients through ambiguity and change.

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems with strategic foresight.

Stakeholder Management

Influences outcomes through strategic engagement.

Escalation Management

Prevents escalations through proactive risk handling.

Change Attitude

Drives change with positive mindset and resilience.

Attention to Detail

Producing consistently high-quality work.

Team Leadership

Drives team performance and alignment.

Mentoring

Coaches peers and guides best practices.

People Development

Gives structured feedback and supports growth.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + SKILLS)

Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.

7–10 years of HRIS experience; led at least 5 end-to-end implementations.

Strong leadership, client management, and communication skills.

Ability to manage competing priorities and guide cross-functional teams.

Demonstrated people management and team development capability.

Certifications

Workday Core HCM Certification (required)

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