Product Engineer – Workday Recruitment in Belfast

Allstate in Northern Ireland is a leading provider of insurance and risk solutions, committed to innovation and protecting families.

We are looking for a passionate and detail-driven Workday HCM Engineer to join our growing HR Technology team. In this role, you will take ownership of optimising our Workday environment with a strong focus on the Recruitment module to ensure our systems are efficient, scalable, and aligned to business strategy. You’ll work at the heart of our HR technology ecosystem, partnering closely with HR, Payroll, and IT to shape seamless, user‑focused solutions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, driving process improvements, and leveraging technology to create an excellent employee experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday modules, particularly the Recruitment module.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and IT teams to deliver system solutions that align with business processes.
• Participate in system enhancements, testing, and release management.
• Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and resolve defects.
• Ensure data integrity through regular audits and validations.
• Document configuration decisions, test results, and functional architecture.
• Resolve the issues and blockers for assigned features and product stories.
• Support the planning, conduct, and review of module and integration testing for all but the most complex projects.
• Assist with overall product planning by contributing to/creating stories for low to moderately complex features in areas of responsibility.

Qualifications

Required:

• Legal right to work in the UK; Allstate cannot provide sponsorship.
• A minimum of 3 years of configuration experience of Workday HCM, with a specific focus on the Recruitment module.
• Proven experience in analyzing and improving HR data flows using systems such as Workday.
• Consistently delivered projects and tasks on time in fast‑paced, high‑volume environments, contributing to improvement in team efficiency or client satisfaction.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred:

• Workday certification in one or more functional areas.
• Experience with Workday Studio, Report Writer, EIBs, or other integration tools.
• Familiarity with SOX or data privacy compliance (e.g., GDPR).

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job does not have supervisory duties.

Skills:

• Data Privacy
• Defect Resolution
• ERP Applications
• Functional Designs
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Human Resources (HR)
• Technology Integration Testing
• Issue Management
• Process Improvements
• Workday Software

Benefits:

• A generous, flexible benefits package including annual leave, healthcare and dental cover, pension, and lifestyle discounts.
• Access to world‑class learning platforms and award‑winning L&D.
• Clear career paths, internal mobility, and a strong focus on growth.
• A people‑first culture with flexible working options.

Statement on Fair Employment and Equal Opportunities: Allstate NI wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all job applicants. This company will not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender (including gender reassignment status), sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age, or disability. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as women are currently under‑represented in our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from women. All appointments will be made on merit. Applicants should note Allstate NI complete AccessNI background checks on all candidates offered a position. Applications processed via employer's online application form.