
Workday Functional Lead
Key Skills
Job Description
VirtualResource (VR) is a boutique consultancy supporting companies to optimise their HR and Workday systems. We strive to be the go-to company that partners with businesses to optimise their HR technology landscape.
Our people are our most important asset
- We recognise the need for a committed, skilled and loyal team and strive to create a working environment that is flexible, caring and considerate of all needs.
- We attract the best people and reward them appropriately
- Staff development and upskilling are core to what we do
Are you an experienced Workday Functional Lead looking for your next contract opportunity?
We are seeking experienced Workday Functional Leads to support a range of client transformation, implementation, optimisation, and enhancement programmes. We are particularly interested in consultants with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Recruiting & Pre-Hire Processes
• Compensation, Payroll & Rewards
• Security, Data Governance & Controls
• Core HCM and related Workday modules
As a Workday Functional Lead, you will partner with clients to design and deliver effective Workday solutions, provide functional expertise, facilitate workshops, and help ensure successful project outcomes.
Job Description
What skills are we looking for?
Our roles are remotely based (even pre-Covid), meaning you will be working from your home office, connecting with your client and team on a daily basis.
To be successful in this type of environment, you will need to have the ability to communicate effectively (in English) with cross-functional teams, explain complex concepts in easy, understandable terms, align HR / business knowledge with Workday functionality, and proactively drive process improvements. You will need to be comfortable with video calls and be proactive in keeping communication channels open with your client and team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead functional design activities across Workday implementations and enhancement project in the relevant areas.
- Facilitate client workshops and translate business requirements into scalable Workday solutions
- Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on Workday best practices
- Produce functional design documentation and configuration specifications
- Support testing, deployment, and go-live activities
- Collaborate closely with client stakeholders, project teams, and technical resources
- Ensure solutions align with business requirements, governance standards, and compliance needs
- Provide mentoring and quality assurance support where appropriate
Skills & Experience
- More than 3years experience leading Workday functional workstreams, with deep expertise in one or more Workday modules.
- Strong expertise in one or more Workday functional areas such as Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, Talent, Security, or Data Governance.
- Experience leading client workshops and managing stakeholder relationships
- Proven ability to design and deliver Workday solutions in complex environments
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Consulting experience within client-facing projects
- Workday certification(s)
- Experience across multiple Workday modules
- Global implementation or support experience
- Experience working within consultancy or professional services environments
Other Qualifications / Skills (beneficial but not mandatory
- College or University Degree in HR or Information Systems
- Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies
- Background in HR operations, payroll, or finance transformation
If you are a Workday specialist with strong functional expertise and a passion for delivering successful client outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and tell us about your Workday specialisation and availability.
Core Responsibilities
Lead functional design activities across Workday implementations and enhancement projects while facilitating client workshops. Provide subject matter expertise to translate business requirements into scalable solutions and support testing and deployment activities.
Requirements
Requires over 3 years of experience leading Workday functional workstreams with deep expertise in at least one Workday module. Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills with a proven ability to deliver solutions in complex client-facing environments.
Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Staff development
- Upskilling
About VirtualResource
Industry: Information Technology & Services
Company size: 51-200 employees
At VirtualResource, we believe the people behind your HR systems are just as important as the technology itself. The right support, a clear vision, and a capable project team can make all the difference – and that’s where we come in. We're not your typical cookie-cutter partner. We're boutique, client-side, and understand the challenges you face. We fix problems and get the job done - properly and practically. We don’t just consult – we collaborate. Through our three distinct service groups, you gain a one-stop partner committed to delivering real impact and change: 1. Technology Services Our Technology Services are here to support you at every stage of your Workday and ServiceNow journey. Whether you're starting a new project, looking for expert guidance, or need reliable day-to-day support, we bring a mix of practical delivery and smart advice to help your systems run smoothly and deliver real business value. -Delivery Services -Advisory Services -Application Support 2. Incubane Our Innovation team is focused on helping your business get more value out of Workday by leveraging the latest technologies. We offer custom solutions that are built in Extend, or off-the-shelf products that are part of the Built on Workday programme. Incubane uses the latest technologies & artificial intelligence to be at the forefront of innovation within the Workday ecosystem. -Workday Extend Services -Built on Workday Apps 3. VirtualResource Transformation Our dedicated Transformation Team are HR experts that speak tech, skilled at providing system agnostic HR Transformation. We are seasoned professionals who have done this before - consultants that have been in the field, not just in the classroom. Whether it’s everyday enhancements or a full-scale global transformation, we provide practical, grounded advice that supports you on your journey. -Advisory -Organisation & Service Design -Process Design -Change -Learning -Operational Support