Workday HCM Architect; HCM, Compensation & Security
Listed on 2026-11-06
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IT/Tech
Business Systems & Technology Analysis, IT Business Analyst, Change Management
Job Title: Workday HCM Workstream Lead
- Core HCM, Compensation & Security
Location: Remote
- United States
Onsite Requirements: Fully remote
Work Requirements: Must be located in the United States
Compensation Range: $95-$110 per hour
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 months with possible extensions
IntroductionWe are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Workstream Lead to own the HCM workstream end to end, with a primary focus on Core HCM, Compensation, and Security
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This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring deep Workday configuration expertise, strong consulting experience, and the ability to guide stakeholders through design, testing, troubleshooting, and optimization. The consultant will serve as a trusted advisor while helping the internal team build greater confidence and self‑sufficiency within Workday.
Day‑to‑Day ResponsibilitiesLead the HCM workstream across planning, design, configuration, testing, optimization, and stakeholder communication.
Own Core HCM, Compensation, and Security configuration, including organizational structures, staffing models, worker lifecycle processes, compensation plans, eligibility rules, and security policies.
Troubleshoot complex functional issues, support Workday releases and regression testing, and identify opportunities for system and process improvement.
Partner across Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Talent, Recruiting, Integrations, and Reporting to manage downstream dependencies and deliver scalable solutions.
Advise stakeholders, drive key decisions, and provide hands‑on guidance and knowledge transfer throughout the engagement.
Skills & Qualifications
5+ years of Workday Core HCM experience with strong hands‑on configuration expertise across Core HCM, Compensation, and Security
.Active Workday HCM certification and prior experience working for a Workday Certified Services Partner are required.
Strong knowledge of organizational structures, staffing models, business processes, compensation configuration, security groups, and domain/business process security.
Proven experience leading Workday work streams, managing stakeholders, resolving complex issues, and translating business requirements into scalable solutions.
Strong understanding of cross‑functional dependencies across the broader Workday HCM ecosystem.
Excellent client‑facing communication and consulting skills with flexibility to support increased hours during critical project periods.
Skills & Qualifications
Experience supporting nonprofit, mission‑driven, or lean internal Workday teams.
Experience across both Workday implementations and post‑production support.
Additional expertise across Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Talent, Recruiting, Reporting, Integrations, calculated fields, or dashboards.
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