Senior Techno-Functional Project Manager – Workday Global Process Standardization

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Techno-Functional Project Manager on a 12+ month contract to lead a global Workday process standardization and design program.

The ideal candidate is a Workday SME with hands-on expertise across key modules (Core HCM, Payroll, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, and Learning) and has a proven record of leading global HR process transformation programs. This role requires a unique blend of program management, functional HR expertise, and deep Workday product knowledge to drive design, standardization, and alignment across geographies.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Leadership

Lead the global Workday process standardization program, ensuring harmonization across multiple geographies.

Define governance, program roadmaps, global templates, and rollout plans.

Manage vendors, system integrators, and cross-functional HR / IT stakeholders.

Track risks, issues, deliverables, and ensure on-time, in-scope delivery.

Functional & Process Expertise

Act as SME in Workday modules, covering Core HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, Compensation, Absence, Time Tracking, and Learning.

Conduct workshops with HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders to define global processes.

Develop standardized global process designs and configurations, balancing global consistency with local statutory needs.

Validate HR processes against Workday product capabilities and identify gaps or required extensions.

Support policy alignment, change impact analysis, and HR operating model adjustments.

Technical & Integration Oversight

Oversee integrations between Workday and downstream systems (Payroll providers, Finance systems, Benefits platforms, Identity / Access Management, etc.).

Collaborate with integration teams to design interfaces, data flows, and reporting frameworks.

Ensure compliance with global data privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).

Direct system testing (SIT, UAT), data validation, and cutover activities.

Stakeholder & Change Management

Act as the primary liaison between HR, IT, Finance, and regional leaders.

Drive business readiness, training, and adoption of standardized Workday processes.

Deliver executive-level updates, KPIs, and RAG dashboards to sponsors.

Align program with HR transformation and shared services strategy.

Deliverables & Success Measures

Delivery of global Workday process templates and design standards.

Alignment of HR policies, workflows, and data models across all regions.

Seamless integrations with backend HR / Finance / Payroll systems.

90% adherence to standardized processes within 6 months post-rollout.

Smooth transition to steady-state governance and support models.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of HRIS / IT project management experience.

5+ years hands-on Workday implementation or process design experience.

Deep SME knowledge across multiple Workday modules (Core HCM mandatory; Payroll, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Learning strongly preferred).

Strong experience in global HR process harmonization and standardization projects.

Proven experience managing global stakeholders, vendors, and SI partners.

Excellent communication and executive reporting skills.

PMP, Prince2, or Workday certification preferred.

Preferred Skills

Experience in shared services HR transformation and operating model design.

Knowledge of statutory HR / payroll compliance across regions.

Familiarity with Workday Extend, Prism Analytics, or Adaptive Planning.

Background in change management and global HR adoption programs.

Please reach me at raghu(at)mysbscorp(dot)com