Workday Core HCM & Recruitment - Lead Consultant

ROLE SUMMARY: Owns end-to-end module delivery, leads client workshops, drives solution architecture decisions, develops junior talent, and ensures project quality and timely delivery. Carries mandatory team leadership accountability. KEY TASKS: • Project Leadership - Manage full lifecycle of SF implementations from initiation through go-live and support. Lead module-specific workshops and align business requirements with system capabilities. • Solution Architecture - Design cross-module integration processes and workflow customizations. Provide expert guidance on configuration strategy and system optimization. • Stakeholder Engagement - Serve as the primary consultant for senior client stakeholders. Drive milestone sign-offs and manage escalations effectively. • Team Leadership & Mentoring - Delegate and supervise junior consultant workstreams. Mentor team members and support their HRIS certification journeys. Conduct regular 1:1s and provide structured, actionable feedback. Competencies Required: FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY: • Process Ownership – Leads end-to-end module or functional process delivery. • Integration Oversight - Owns end-to-end integration validation and troubleshooting. • QA Governance - Owns QA cycles; sets standards and review discipline. • Project Reporting – Owns project reporting and drives transparency across stakeholders. BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCY: • Leadership : Inspires confidence and drives team performance. • Task Ownership: Takes initiative, flags risks, and ensures timely delivery. • Consulting Skills: Guides clients through ambiguity and change. • Problem Solving: Solves complex problems with strategic foresight. • Stakeholder Management: Influences outcomes through strategic engagement. • Escalation Management: Prevents escalations through proactive risk handling. • Change Attitude: Drives change with positive mindset and resilience. • Attention to Detail: Producing consistently high-quality work. • Team Leadership: Drives team performance and alignment. • Mentoring : Coaches peers and guides best practices. • People Development: Gives structured feedback and supports growth. JOB REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE + SKILLS) • Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution. • 7–10 years of HRIS experience; led at least 5 end-to-end implementations. • Strong leadership, client management, and communication skills. • Ability to manage competing priorities and guide cross-functional teams. • Demonstrated people management and team development capability. • Certifications: Workday Core HCM Certification (required)