Workday is seeking a Principal HCM Consultant to join our State & Local Government team. You will be a seasoned HR expert responsible for the successful implementation of our Human Capital Management solution, providing product expertise, and guiding clients through configuration and testing.

What You'll Do

Become an expert in the Workday HCM product suite, focusing on Benefits, Talent, and/or Recruiting functional areas.
Elicit, document, and translate customer business requirements into system configuration.
Configure the Workday solution to meet specific client needs and document the final solutions.
Support data conversion and integration teams during data migration and third-party system testing.
Assist clients with testing the Workday solution and transfer system knowledge for their production environment.
Communicate project status, risks, and forecasts regularly with the Engagement Manager.
Mentor consultants who are new to the Benefits, Talent, and/or Recruiting functional areas.
Participate in update training and lead internal initiatives to improve team practices.

What We're Looking For

6+ years of experience implementing and configuring Workday HCM.
6+ years of experience with the operations and culture of State and Local Government or similar entities.
8+ years of broad HR experience in areas such as employee relations, talent management, or recruiting.
8+ years of specialized experience in at least one of the following: Talent development, Learning, or Recruiting.
Ability and willingness to travel 50% or more of the time.

Nice to Have

A self-motivated approach and initiative, with comfort managing multiple projects and long-term engagements lasting over 12 months.
Experience working with diverse communities and populations to understand business practices and change impacts.
Demonstrated project management experience and a proven track record of identifying efficiencies and completing initiatives.
Excellent communication skills, comfort in a lead role speaking to all management levels, and strong business analysis abilities.
Functional and technical experience, a passion for customer service, and the ability to learn technology quickly.
Experience with multiple HCM applications, a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, and comprehensive product and industry knowledge.