Workday HCM-Core & Compensation Lead

We are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Core & Compensation Lead to support a high-visibility Workday implementation. This role will be responsible for leading the end-to-end design, configuration, and implementation of Workday Core HCM and Compensation modules while partnering closely with business and technical stakeholders.

Job Title: Workday HCM Core & Compensation Lead

Location: Remote (EST schedule preferred)

Client Location: New York, NY 10017

Engagement Type: W2 Only (No Subvendors)

Positions Open: 1

Submission Deadline: December 18

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design, solutioning, configuration, and implementation of Workday Core HCM and Compensation
• Drive and facilitate client workshops and meetings to achieve timely decisions
• Own and maintain design documents, decision documents, and RAID logs
• Translate business requirements into Workday configurations and best-practice solutions
• Support tenant build activities, testing, and defect resolution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong hands-on Workday implementation experience
• Workday HCM Core certification (required)
• Experience leading Workday functional workstreams and client-facing discussions

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday Compensation certification
• Prior experience in large-scale or complex Workday implementations

Expected Deliverables

• Tenant Build
• User Stories
• Defect Resolution
• Configuration Workbook
• Business Process Workbook
• Gap Definition Document updates

Expense Coverage

Approved travel expenses will be reimbursed, including airfare, train, hotel, per diem, and local transportation (Taxi/Uber), if required.