Workday Talent and Learning Specialist in Worthing

## Workday Talent and Learning SpecialistApply: Worthing: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 30, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR9176**Closing Date**2026-10-30**Job Title: Workday Talent & Learning Specialist****Location: Southeast/Durrington, Worthing (Hybrid working)*****Expectation is to be in our head office in Durrington 2 days per week*****Contract Type: Permanent****Hours: 37 hours per week****Salary: From £52k based on skills and experience****About the role:** The Workday Learning and Talent Specialist will support the design, implementation, and management of talent and learning initiatives within the organization through the Workday platform. This role supports and manages the configuration of Workday Learning and Talent modules to align with Southern Waters learning and talent development strategies.**What you will be responsible for:** The specialist will also assist in ensuring that the organization's training programs are effective, compliant, and aligned with employee development objectives. * Workday Learning & Talent Management* Learning & Talent Program Administration* Employee & Stakeholder Support* Process Improvement & Optimisation* HCM Support* Reporting & Data Analysis**What you’ll bring to the role:** * Workday Learning & Talent modules* Workday HCM broad understanding* Data analysis and reporting* Learning management systems (LMS)* Problem-solving* Workday Learning and Talent certifications (preferred)* Human Resources, Business Administration Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation*\"At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.\"*If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com- *Introduce Yourself*)**Our Commitment to Diversity** We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.**Additional information:** In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre‐employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.### Interested in the role?* We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so if you are interested in the position please do send your application over today to ensure consideration.* We truly appreciate every application. Please note, that due to the volume of interest, we may not be able to provide personalised feedback to all applicants.### Our Benefits* Company and performance-related bonus* Generous pension* Life assurance payment equal to four times your annual salary* Health benefits through a Cash Plan* Two paid community volunteering days a year* 28 days annual holiday* Occupational health service* Retail discount app* We offer competitive maternity leave, and flexible return to work options### Everybody Welcome* We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to facilitate your participation in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know.### Need flexibility in your work?* Does this opportunity excite you but you’re not 100% sure if you meet all the requirements for the role? Or are you concerned that ‘normal’ office hours aren’t possible given your personal circumstances? Whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution. So why not engage with us and find out more about this role? #J-18808-Ljbffr