Workday Data Principal Consultant

Cognizant Workday Practice is seeking a Principal Data Consultant experienced in Human Capital Management. In this role you will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday implementation.

This role is best suited for self‐starters who are eager to work across a range of customers and dive headfirst into all phases of Workday system implementations. We provide world‐class, on‐the‐job training and a supportive network of mentors. Join our dedicated team of experienced Workday implementation professionals and become part of our dynamic, fast‐paced, transformation consulting practice.

Responsibilities

Become a Workday HCM and Data expert with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation

Partner closely with your team and customers to achieve excellence in each phase of your projects

Learn to use Workday tools of iLoad, EIB, Object Transporter, Advanced Load, and Migration Recipe to conduct tenant‐to‐tenant migrations

Design and generate data tracking and monitoring tools, and develop reports with accurate, easy‐to‐read, useful information

Utilize your technical aptitude to convert and map data sources into data conversion templates via iLoads

Guide clients through the data extract and cleansing process, including loading customer data, moving configuration from tenant to tenant, and configuring business processes and security

Create ETL scripts to transform and load data, and develop strategies to improve and normalize client data

Support the validation of data loaded into Workday

Regularly engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday HCM solution

Perform multiple tasks under limited direction while keeping the client, project team, and Engagement Manager abreast of changes or progress related to the project

Actively participate in update training and internal learning opportunities to share skills and learnings within the organization

Skills & Requirements

Bachelor\’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, MIS, or a related field

2–5 years of ERP Data Conversion or HCM implementation experience

2–5 years of Workday HCM experience highly desired

Certified in PRISM and Reporting highly desired

Eligible for SC Clearance – must have been a UK resident for the last five years and be legally entitled to work in the UK

Experience with data conversion, data mining, and data loading

Advanced Excel experience

Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment

Why Choose Cognizant

Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas

Opportunity to do great work

Outreach programmes that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit

Learning opportunities to develop current skills and advance your career

Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific

Abundance of affinity groups to meet your needs

Cognizant Core Values

Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other\’s strengths to win as a team.

Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver.

Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what\’s possible.

Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice.

Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community.

Seniority level: Mid‐Senior level

Employment type: Full‐time

Job function: Consulting and Information Technology

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