Workday Technical Lead

VirtualResource (VR) is a boutique consultancy supporting companies to optimise their HR systems and Workday. We strive to be the go-to company that partners with businesses to optimise their HR technology landscape.

Our people are our most important asset

• We recognise the need for a committed, skilled and loyal team and strive to create a working environment that is flexible, caring and considerate of all needs.
• We attract the best people and reward them appropriately
• Staff development and upskilling are core to what we do

What is the role about?

We are looking for an experienced Workday Technical Lead to help ensure our clients are utilizing the best possible Workday solutions.

The Technical Lead will drive technical excellence across multiple countries, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver a seamless and successful payroll transformation. Acting as the key interface between HR/Payroll business units, vendors, and our Tech team, you will oversee all technical activities, ensuring the program's objectives are met with precision and efficiency.

Responsibilities will include:

• Conduct comprehensive AS IS landscape analyses in partnership with Local IT and HR counterparts to identify optimization opportunities within the Workday ecosystem.
• Design and manage seamless integrations between current and future payroll systems, ensuring compatibility and performance.
• Oversee data migration activities, including migration planning, data mapping, format specifications, and system decommissioning
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of payroll data throughout the transformation process.
• Collaborate with test managers to define and execute robust testing strategies, ensuring the reliability and functionality of all payroll system components
• Address and resolve issues identified during testing, maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.
• Champion adherence to company policies, ITMS (Tech documentation framework standards), and payroll transformation guidelines.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards.
• Lead and coordinate technical activities across assigned countries, serving as the primary tech point of contact between HR/Payroll, vendors, and the Tech team. Drive collaboration between global and local IT teams, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
• Build strong relationships with current and future vendors to define and refine technical requirements.
• Lead and coordinate technical activities across assigned countries, serving as the primary tech point of contact between HR/Payroll, vendors, and the Tech team. Drive collaboration between global and local IT teams, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
• Identify and proactively escalate technical deviations, proposing innovative solutions to keep the project on track. Manage technology-related change requests, ensuring seamless implementation and knowledge transfer.

Only experienced Workday consultants to apply please.

As a VR consultant, you will have the flexibility to manage your own day, as long as you meet your set objectives and client demands. Often your team will be a mix of on-site and remote based members who will connect using IM, video calls and an online ticketing system. Good communication skills and time management is essential for this role.

What skills are we looking for?

Our roles are remotely based (even pre-Covid), meaning you will be working from your home office, connecting with your client and team on a daily basis.

To be successful in this type of environment, you will need to have the ability to communicate effectively (in English) with cross-functional teams, explain complex concepts in easy, understandable terms, align HR / business knowledge with Workday functionality, and proactively drive process improvements. You will need to be comfortable with video calls and be proactive in keeping communication channels open with your client and team.

Must have Skills Required

• 5 years+ experience leading technical aspects of large-scale payroll transformation programs, including Workday system integrations, data migrations, and end-to-end testing.
• Strong proficiency in AS IS landscape creation within the Workday ecosystem, system design, and process optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience working closely with external vendors, managing relationships, and aligning technical requirements with organizational goals.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies; certification (e.g., PMP, Agile) is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to manage change requests and document knowledge effectively.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to evolving priorities with resilience and innovation.
• Fluent English communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective collaboration across regions and functions.
• Fluent German communication skills (verbal & written) will be a plus.

Other Qualifications/Skills that will be beneficial but not mandatory

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Prior experience integrating Workday with third-party payroll systems is a plus.
• Workday Integration Certification is a plus.

As this is a remote role, you can be based anywhere in the EU and UK Region, but preferably in Germany or Poland, so long as you are authorised to work without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.