Lead Adaptive Planning Consultant

Overview

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi‑award‑winning digital consultancy delivering impactful technology solutions across UK Government and regulated industries. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.

As a trusted Workday partner and having successfully implemented Workday internally, we are expanding our Workday Adaptive Planning practice and are looking for an experienced Lead Adaptive Planning Consultant to drive successful client delivery and help shape the future of our practice.

• Lead the design and architecture of Workday Adaptive Planning solutions covering budgeting, forecasting, workforce planning, and operational planning.
• Facilitate workshops with finance and business stakeholders to gather and analyse requirements.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable Adaptive Planning models.
• Configure and optimise cube, sheet, dimension, levels, versions, forms, and Office Connect reports.
• Design and govern integrations between Adaptive Planning and enterprise systems (Workday Financials, Workday HCM, ERP platforms, data warehouses) using Data Designer, Integration Framework, and cloud‑based data loading.
• Own delivery quality across implementation work streams, defining standards and best practices.
• Lead testing strategy, UAT, cutover planning, and go‑live activities.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to consultants and analysts.
• Review solution quality and ensure adherence to delivery standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with finance leaders and executive stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor throughout project delivery.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and risks; resolve delivery issues and client escalations effectively.
• Contribute to practice growth through delivery methodologies, reusable accelerators, internal capability development, and knowledge sharing.

• Proven experience leading multiple end‑to‑end Workday Adaptive Planning implementations.
• Experience acting as Solution Lead or Functional Lead on complex Adaptive Planning programs.
• Strong expertise in cube, sheet, dimension, levels, versions, security configuration, allocation, and reporting.
• Solid financial planning & analysis (FP&A) knowledge, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, workforce planning, and driver‑based planning.
• Experience integrating Adaptive Planning with enterprise finance and HR systems.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client‑facing consulting experience.
• Experience leading and mentoring delivery teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation skills.
• Experience delivering Workday solutions within UK Government or other regulated industries.
• Experience with Workday Financials and/or Workday HCM.
• Finance qualification or background (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

Workday Adaptive Planning Certification (or willingness to obtain during onboarding).

Due to the nature of our public sector engagements, applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance. Eligibility will be assessed as part of the recruitment and onboarding process.

• Lead and shape a growing Workday Adaptive Planning practice.
• Work on high‑profile digital transformation programmes across UK Government.
• Excellent career progression and continuous professional development.
• Investment in Workday certifications and training.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working environment.
• Collaborative, supportive, and innovative culture.

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunities for all.