Workday Payroll Consultant

Location: Londonderry

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Join Kainos and Shape the Future
At Kainos, were problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether were 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, youll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

Ready to make your mark?  Join us and be part of something bigger.
MAIN PURPOSE OF

THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:

As a  Workday Payroll Consultant (Senior Associate)  in Kainos, youll work to implement and configure enterprise-scale Workday solutions for our global customer base. You will work closely with team members, as well working independently and confidently to manage your own workload. Youll be able to understand customer requirements, designing and delivering solutions that are aligned to their needs. Youll support more junior members of the team and share your knowledge with them.
MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:
Strong experience of UK Operational Payroll - minimum 5 years
Very good understanding of Workday Payroll, as well as any specialist Capability
A very good customer focus, with experience in a customer-facing, consulting environment. Able to understand customer needs and build relationships. Able to understand when to escalate issues.
Clear and effective communicator, able to communicate with customers and colleagues with credibility and empathy, including in a remote working situation.
Capable of working within (remote) teams and alongside customers, as well as on your individual tasks with no supervision
Able to plan own workload and meet deadlines
Able to apply all relevant standards and procedures to your own work, maintaining high quality, accuracy and attention to detail
Aware of the importance of confidentiality and non-disclosure policies and/or agreements and ensures security of information at all times
Awareness of the Kainos story and wider business offering
Awareness of company strategy and how to support it
Able to come up with improvements in tools and/or processes to help the practice
Willing to learn in depth about relevant subject matter e.g., international regulatory requirements
Able to rotate through various Workday delivery services, specifically Consulting and Application Management Services
For Application Management Services, able to deliver work to meet defined Service Level Agreements
Able, if required, to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out of region travel may also be required)
DESIRABLE:
Workday HCM, Financials or Payroll Certification
Professional qualifications in your area of expertise
Good commercial awareness and sound understanding of project and business dynamics
Consulting skills e.g., presenting, participating in workshops, explaining functionality or solutions to customers
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.