Workday Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced Workday Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and optimisation of Workday implementations and enhancements across our clients organisation a PE backed Software company. You will work cross-functionally with stakeholders in Finance, HR, and IT to ensure the successful delivery of Workday-related initiatives that align with business objectives and support rapid scaling.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management of Workday implementation, integration, and optimisation projects.
• Act as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, Workday consultants, and third-party vendors.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate testing efforts, change management, and training activities to ensure successful user adoption.
• Ensure Workday configurations and enhancements meet business requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring timely communication and resolution.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice adoption in Workday processes and governance.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing Workday implementations or large-scale system upgrades, preferably within a SaaS or technology-led business.
• Strong understanding of Workday modules such as HCM, Finance, Payroll, and Recruiting.
• Demonstrated experience in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PRINCE2, or similar).
• Ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced, PE-backed environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working across geographically dispersed teams.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.