Workday HCM Delivery Lead
INTRODUCTION
Do you get excited when guiding organizations on the transformation of their business and HR processes based on the next generation of technology? Put your expertise to work as part of the world’s largest independent technology services provider and own the way as a trendsetter in Workday. We’re ready if you are.
DEPARTMENT INTRODUCTION
The Accenture Workday Business Group is a leading partner to Workday worldwide and has a track record of implementing many of the most significant Workday projects. In addition, we take pride in advising and collaborating closely with our clients from early strategy discussions, through technology implementations and transformation programs, to support and operations. Learn more about our practice at www.accenture.com/workday.
ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Do you want to work with global talent at the forefront of technological services and seek meaningful projects for top international businesses? At Accenture you have access to specific trainings for your role. You will start with training — together with colleagues — and you will join seminars at various international locations. You will be primed, equipped and well-networked to tackle exciting projects.
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What We Offer:
Innovative large scale Workday projects
A global network of talented and passionate colleagues
Challenging work for some of the world's largest companies
Extensive education programs and development opportunities
Volunteering and career opportunities around the world
A diverse and socially active workforce
Flexible working hours and opportunity to work from home
Friendly and social work environment
Ability to craft your career based on your own aspirations.
As a Workday HCM Delivery Lead:
You'll be part of a team of advisory professionals who deliver more than just technology. From rapid deployments to complete transformations, you'll provide integrated, cloud-based HR solutions that put organizations on the fast track to a better way to work.
In this role, you will help our clients get the most out of their Workday investment by:
Managing Workday HCM and/or FIN implementations end-to-end making use of your excellent project management and stakeholder management skills
Managing (senior) client stakeholders, the engagement financials and the overall quality of the delivery of Workday Phase 1 and/or X engagements.
Effectively using the processes, tools and proven assets to assure a predictable high quality delivery of our engagements on time and within budget.
Having the opportunity to lead and coach our consultants to the next level.
Having the opportunity to be part of (pre-)sales cycles for new and existing Workday clients and further grow your skills.
We are looking for experience in the following skills:
Responsible end-to-end for managing the implementation of Workday (Phase 1 and/or Phase X)
Experienced in Workday program and project management during at least 2 delivered engagements
Responsible for stakeholder management, resource management, financial management, PMO, quality management
Ability to meet client travel requirements as needed and efficiently manage a team(s) and client interactions
Thrive in a diverse, dynamic environment, meet deadlines despite conflicting demands, analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, Fluency in English
Fluency in Spanish (minimum B1)
Artificial Intelligence and the future of Workday delivery:
Accenture is embedding Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI across the Workday delivery lifecycle, and this role sits at the centre of that shift. As a Workday HCM Delivery Lead you will have the opportunity to:
Shape solutions that make use of Workday's native AI and machine-learning capabilities to drive smarter delivery processes
Apply Accenture's GenAI-enabled accelerators to speed up design, testing and documentation
Help clients identify where AI can create measurable value in their delivery processes
Contribute to Accenture's growing library of AI-powered Workday assets and leading practices
Set yourself apart:
Experienced professional in HR system and/or ERP implementation
Experience in leading diverse teams onshore, nearshore and offshore.
Experience in large complex system transformations.
Certified in Workday PM/EM and/or other project management/agile methodologies
Fluency in another Spanish or Portuguese
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