Workday Programe Manager

The Opportunity

A global payroll and HR technology services provider is looking for an experienced Workday Program Manager to lead a portfolio of Workday projects within a major transformation program for a global client in the Energy sector.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a portfolio of Workday implementation, optimisation and transformation projects, delivering on time, in scope and on budget through to BAU handover.
• Set up and run program governance, reporting and stakeholder communication, tracking milestones, budgets, risks, issues and resourcing across all projects.
• Work with the Payroll Program Manager to manage dependencies across data migration, testing, cutover and deployment, and deal with cross-project risks early.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders and executive sponsors, and take part in Steering Committees and executive governance forums.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of Project Managers, building a culture of accountability, collaboration and high-quality delivery.

What You’ll Bring

• Significant experience leading complex, global, large-scale Workday implementation and transformation programs.
• A track record of overseeing multiple concurrent projects and leading teams of Project Managers.
• Strong working knowledge of Workday HCM and related modules.
• Experience managing C-level stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Strong program governance, risk management and financial management skills.
• Experience working in global delivery organisations and matrix structures.
• Payroll transformation or payroll integration experience is a strong advantage.

Why Apply

• A strategic, high-visibility role on a global transformation program.
• Fully home-based, with limited travel.
• The chance to shape delivery across both Workday and Payroll on a single integrated program.