Our esteemed client is looking for a Sr. HR Workday Implementation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving transformative initiatives within the HR domain. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, you will identify areas for improvement and leverage technology to enhance HR processes. Leading and managing multifaceted programs, you will oversee change strategy, training, and adoption, ensuring seamless integration and successful outcomes. Your responsibilities will encompass project management, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and business analysis to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the HR function.
Responsibilities: • Initiate, lead, and manage the governance and delivery of strategic HR projects and programs. • Act as a subject matter expert, developing solutions aligned with organizational objectives and applying a change mindset to drive successful outcomes. • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy. • Establish project teams, roles, and responsibilities, and oversee project execution to achieve desired outcomes. • Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints, developing and implementing mitigation plans as necessary. • Develop and execute stakeholder engagement strategies to ensure alignment and support for project objectives. • Provide authoritative advice and guidance to business leaders, fostering collaboration and buy-in for HR initiatives. • Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across business units to drive continuous improvement and best practices. • Provide strategic direction and vision to project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence. • Build and develop high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and professional development initiatives. • Manage team resources, workload allocation, and performance to ensure successful project delivery. • Lead the development and implementation of strategies to realize intended business benefits across HR programs. • Identify and interpret business needs, recommending innovative solutions to address challenges and drive efficiencies. • Collaborate with stakeholders, IT, and procurement to evaluate and select vendor solutions that align with business requirements.
Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field. • 8+ years of experience in HR Workday Implementation/Project Management/HR Business Analysis, with a focus on HR transformation initiatives. • 2+ years of team management experience. • HR Workday experience including security modules required, and Oracle preferred. • Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and drive results. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. • Strategic mindset, with the ability to develop and implement long-term strategies aligned with organizational goals. • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights. • Ability to manage ambiguity and operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to work, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. • Proven track record of successfully leading and managing complex projects and programs. • Experience with HR technology platforms and systems implementation preferred.
If not in the primary location, must travel 1 to 2 weeks per month to the primary location.