Workday Core HCM Lead in London

Do you get excited when guiding organizations on the transformation of their HR processes based on the next generation of technology? Put your expertise to work as part of the world’s largest independent technology services provider and own the way as a trendsetter in Workday. We’re ready if you are.

The Accenture Workday Business Group is a leading partner to Workday worldwide and has a track record of implementing many of the most significant Workday projects. In addition, we take pride in advising and collaborating closely with our clients from early strategy discussions, through technology implementations and transformation programs, to support and operations.

Are you interested? Do you want to work with global talent at the forefront of technological services and seek meaningful projects for top international businesses? At Accenture you have access to specific training for your functional lead role. You will start with training together with colleagues and will join seminars at various international locations. You will be primed, equipped and well‑networked to tackle exciting projects.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity.

Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.

What We Offer

• Innovative large scale Workday projects
• A global network of talented and passionate colleagues
• Challenging work for some of the world's largest companies
• Extensive education programs and development opportunities
• Volunteering and career opportunities around the world
• A diverse and socially active workforce
• Flexible working hours and opportunity to work from home
• Friendly and social work environment
• Ability to craft your career based on your own aspirations

Role Summary – Workday Core HCM Consultant

You’ll be part of a team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology. From rapid deployments to complete transformations, you’ll provide integrated, cloud‑based HR solutions that put organizations on the fast track to a better way to work.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients on industry standards and leading practices in the core HCM domain, contributing to functional solutions that meet client needs and objectives and applying Workday and Accenture methodologies.
• Host workshops and lead discussions on topics in line with your area(s) of expertise, covering all elements of Workday Core HCM.
• Collaborate and lead diverse and disparate teams through the implementation, liaising closely with client counterparts, Accenture colleagues, and Workday to exceed client expectations.
• Actively support innovation through the creation of new industry‑leading methods and assets.

Qualification

• Prior experience implementing Workday HCM or relevant on‑premise or cloud‑based platforms.
• Ability to meet client travel requirements as needed and efficiently manage a team(s) and client interactions.
• Thrive in a diverse, dynamic environment, meet deadlines despite conflicting demands, and possess analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Fluency in English.

Set Yourself Apart

• Strong HR background with experience working on the Workday platform, either as a consultant or in a client role owning and driving the Workday HCM workstream.
• Experience with Workday’s Data Migration tools and Security framework.
• Up to date Workday HCM certification.
• Other Workday certifications, for example Compensation, Security, Recruiting, Talent & Performance.
• 2–5 years professional Workday experience.
• Fluency in German.

Location: London

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