Workday Adaptive Planning Practice Lead, EMEA

Job Description

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• Join Kainos and Shape the Future

At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

Position Overview

As the Workday Adaptive Planning Practice Lead, EMEA at Kainos, you will be accountable for developing and leading the practice. You will drive the growth, strategic direction, and operational excellence of our EMEA Adaptive Planning practice. This role is expected to expand our market presence, strengthen client outcomes, and collaborate across organizations to ensure alignment and success. Success requires deep Workday ecosystem expertise, strong executive presence, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

This position is an Entrepreneurial role and one that requires the due what needs to be done approach.

Growth Objectives

• Develop and execute strategies to scale the Adaptive Planning practice into a high-performing business unit

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Define measurable goals for team growth, client acquisition, and service excellence.

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Partner with Kainos Sales, Marketing, and Delivery leaders to define and execute strategic and market objectives

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Expand business within existing accounts and support sales-to-service transitions

• Manage practice financials and profitability

Global Practice Alignment

• Collaborate with North America and APAC Kainos Adaptive Planning leaders to align strategies, share best practices, and support unified global initiatives

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Foster a collaborative, cross-regional culture.

Collaborate across Marketing, Sales, Product, and Customer Success to support partnership success

• Oversee onboarding and ongoing engagement for Sales resources

Ensure that Delivery team is meeting or exceeding utilization targets

• In Year One, participate in growth of Consulting revenue and Delivery leadership with personal billable time of up to 400 hours

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Stay current with Workday releases to maintain service competitiveness.

Ensure seamless transitions between implementation and support

• Maintain strong relationships with Workday, Kainos business partners, and client stakeholders

Leading, motivating and growing effective teams

• People orientated and able to read and adapt approach to each individual

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Passionate about developing others and sharing in their success

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Independent decision maker however is able to do so and created shared buy-in

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Adaptable and open communicator both internally and externally

• Positive persona who coaches, mentors and leads by example to all Kainos people

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are.

We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.

We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.