Workday HCM Principal Consultant
Job Description
The Workday HCM Principal Consultant serves as a senior functional leader responsible for driving the successful delivery of Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions. This role partners closely with clients to understand business objectives, lead solution design, and ensure alignment with Workday best practices while mentoring project teams and supporting overall delivery excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end Workday HCM implementations, from discovery through deployment and post-go-live support
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding strategic decisions and aligning solutions to business needs
Drive design sessions and workshops, translating requirements into scalable Workday configurations
Ensure adoption of Workday leading practices while minimizing unnecessary customization
Oversee configuration across HCM functional areas (Core HCM, Compensation, Absence, Benefits, etc.)
Collaborate cross-functionally with Payroll, Finance, Integrations, and Technical teams
Provide leadership and mentorship to functional consultants and project team members
Support data conversion, testing strategy, and user acceptance activities
Identify risks, recommend solutions, and ensure timely resolution of issues
Contribute to project planning, estimating, and scope management
Support business development efforts, including demos, proposals, and client presentations
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in HR systems, with significant experience in Workday HCM implementations
Active Workday HCM partner certification(s) required
Proven experience leading full lifecycle Workday implementations
Strong knowledge of HCM business processes and best practices
Experience working with public sector or enterprise clients preferred
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Skills
Experience with additional Workday modules (Recruiting, Talent, Benefits, Absence, Compensation)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience mentoring or leading project teams
Work Environment
Primarily remote with occasional travel for key project milestones
Collaborative, client-facing role with cross-functional engagement