Workday HCM Functional Consultant

As a Workday Functional Consultant, you will have experience in the delivery of Workday HCM projects and be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of the policies and processes that drive best-practice design and configuration across Workday as well as the Workday deployment methodologies. In addition, you will have a strong knowledge of the cross-functional interdependencies and experience working with clients to address challenges. You will be comfortable working across functional, technical and data teams consisting of UK-based and international team members, and linking into a wider programme and account team.

Key will be your ability to understand the Workday solution and apply its functionality. This is an opportunity to join and be part of growing the Capgemini Workday capability. You will have the chance to work with an exciting range of clients at all stages in their Workday journey, delivering innovative Workday solutions that drive business transformation and leveraging your expertise in Workday to contribute to the success of high-profile projects. You will be collaborating with talented Workday professionals globally who are passionate about delivering excellence. This position not only provides the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge but also to make a significant impact on our clients' businesses.

Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.

If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service).

Your role: You will be working with clients at all levels and advising them on the best solution possible using Workday to meet their requirements. The role will include process and solution design based on best-practice Workday functionality, undertaking Workday configuration, including defect fixing during testing activities, and ensuring integration to other functional areas and applications in the technology landscape. You will contribute to Capgemini's Workday delivery initiatives and contribute to extending the expertise within the Workday Practice and wider within Capgemini.

You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini, building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment for everyone.

Your skills and experience: The ability to deliver the Workday functional design and deliver that design through configuration. Good knowledge of end-to-end HR processes, including UK and international statutory requirements and issues that clients will need to address through their Workday solution. Knowledge of the data requirements for Workday HCM and the ability to advise the client on the needs. Knowledge of the Workday capabilities and the product roadmap, with a high focus on AI developments. A strong "can-do" attitude and willingness to share knowledge with and learn from peers. Current Workday certifications in Workday HCM. Strong consulting skills - demonstrable presentation and client-facing skills. All candidates must be assertive and articulate with the ability to sustain, develop and grow existing customer relationships, and build new ones. Experience of working in an on-shore, near-shore, off-shore model.

Your security clearance: To be successfully appointed to this role you will need to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard checks. There are no nationality or residency restrictions, although if you have resided outside of the UK within the last 3 years, further checks may be required. There are other criteria and checks required for BPSS, and throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.

What does 'Get the Future You Want' mean for you? You will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance. Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. You will be joining one of the World's Most Ethical Companies®, as recognised by Ethisphere® for 12 consecutive years. We live our values by making ethical business choices every day. Working ethically is at the centre of our culture at Capgemini, meaning you will be helping to create a future we can all be proud of.

Why you should consider Capgemini: Growing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, you will join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. We find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses, and it is how you will gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge, and always pushing yourself to do better, you will build the skills you want. You will use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.

About Capgemini: Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organisations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fuelled by its market-leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.