Certified Workday Project Manager

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Mercer team, a Marsh business. This role will be remote.

This is for a dynamic and forward-thinking Workday Project Manager to lead medium to complex projects in a fast-paced, global, multi-national organization. This role is pivotal in driving HR Digital Transformation initiatives, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and delivering impactful solutions.

We will count on you to:

* Lead one or multiple projects with Mercer clients across diverse business units, focusing on HR Digital Transformation initiatives such as Workday implementations, automation of HR processes, and adoption of AI-driven HR analytics.

* Communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels, including presenting to C-suite executives during Executive Steering Committees using virtual collaboration platforms and data storytelling techniques.

* Develop and oversee project plans with clear milestones and deadlines, co-created with business users and aligned with digital transformation goals.

* Track and manage project costs using cloud-based financial tools, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all Mercer-related documentation.

* Assign responsibilities, monitor team progress, and drive on-time, on-budget delivery of HR technology solutions, leveraging agile and hybrid project management methodologies.

* Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, using data-driven tools to anticipate and address challenges.

* Enhance program and project management capabilities within your portfolio, integrating digital HR solutions to maximize business value and ROI.

* Maintain high visibility on initiatives through engaging, tech-enabled communication-think interactive dashboards, virtual town halls, and stakeholder updates.

* Ensure comprehensive scope documentation at project kickoff, continuously refining it as the project evolves and managing scope changes with precision.

* Confirm compliance with internal policies and external regulations, including data privacy and security standards critical to HR systems.

* Spot opportunities to introduce Mercer's broader service offerings-like HR analytics, talent mobility platforms, or digital employee wellness solutions-to clients.

What you need to have:

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR Technology, Management, or a related field.

* Minimum 5 years of project management or consulting experience, ideally in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) or HR Digital Transformation projects.

* Proven self-starter with the ability to work independently, lead teams, and inspire collaboration in hybrid or remote work environments.

* Exceptional communication skills, adept at virtual presentations, stakeholder engagement, and translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

* Strong analytical mindset with advanced problem-solving skills, including experience with HR data analytics and digital process optimization.

What makes you stand out?

* Hands-on experience with Workday (e.g., HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, or Analytics modules) and familiarity with HR tech trends like AI, RPA (Robotic Process Automation), or cloud-based integrations. Workday Certification Preferred.

* Deep knowledge of project lifecycle methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, SAFe).

* Proven proficiency with modern tools like Office
365, Microsoft Project, Power BI, Tableau, Jira, Smartsheets, and/or Asana.

Why join our team:

* We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

* We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.

* Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Mercer is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of…