Workday Consultant - Advanced Compensation
Sansar Tec
Workday Consultant, Advanced Compensation
Sansar Tec
full-time
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Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • Illinois
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Lead or support the implementation of Workday Advanced Compensation, including requirements gathering, system configuration, testing, and deployment
- Analyze client compensation strategies and processes to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend best practices
- Configure and customize compensation plans, merit cycles, bonus programs, and related processes within Workday
- Ensure compensation solutions are aligned with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with HR and business leaders to design compensation structures that support talent management and business goals
- Conduct system testing, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements to ensure accuracy and effectiveness
- Provide training and documentation to end users and administrators
- Stay up to date with Workday releases and new features related to compensation
- Support clients with ongoing maintenance, updates, and process improvements after implementation
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and expert guidance
Requirements
- Advanced configuration and implementation experience with Workday Advanced Compensation (merit, bonus, stock plans) (Mandatory)
- Strong understanding of Workday HCM, Core Compensation, and related modules (Benefits, Talent, Recruiting, Reporting)
- Proficiency in data management, including data conversion, validation, and integration tools (iLoads, EIB, XML)
- Experience with Workday business process configuration, security administration, and reporting
- Familiarity with the full Workday implementation lifecycle, including requirements gathering, testing (UAT), and production support
- Knowledge of compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, SOX) and data privacy best practices
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field required
- Current Workday certifications required: Workday HCM Core, Workday Core Compensation, Workday Advanced Compensation
- Additional certifications in Benefits, Recruiting, Talent, Reporting, or Data Conversion preferred
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is a strong plus
- Preferred: 3–5+ years of hands-on Workday consulting experience, with a focus on Advanced Compensation
- Demonstrated success in leading or supporting at least 2–3 end-to-end Workday Advanced Compensation implementations
