Workday Compensation Implementation Lead

Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HCM Program Lead for an enterprise-wide implementation of Workday HRIS at Nine. This high-impact role will transform our People & Culture systems, processes, and employee experience.

As the business owner of the HRIS, you will partner with both business and technology teams, overseeing the project lifecycle from planning to go-live, ensuring successful adoption and optimisation of the new platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire Workday HRIS implementation focused on compensation, including scope, budget, and timeline management.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define objectives, deliverables, and project scope.

• Build and lead a cross-functional project team, including internal resources and external vendors.

• Manage risks, resolve escalations, and ensure the program meets its business case, staying within budget while realising intended benefits.

• Oversee system configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday Core HCM and Talent Optimisation modules.

• Ensure data integrity, security, and seamless system integration with payroll, finance, and other key departments.

• Collaborate with internal technology teams and external partners to ensure end-to-end process integration.

• Partner with internal and third-party change management teams to drive user adoption and minimise disruption.

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies tailored to organisational needs.

• Define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the HRIS and related People & Culture systems (e.g., LMS, performance management tools).

• Monitor system performance, identifying opportunities for innovation and optimisation.

• Stay current with HR technology trends and best practices, ensuring the platform remains future-ready.

• Evaluate and implement new People & Culture technologies, ensuring seamless integration withexisting systems.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in HR digital transformation, with a strong track record in leading large-scale Workday or other HCM implementations.

• Proven experience as a business system owner with expertise in product management methodologies.

• Deep understanding of HR processes, best practices, and modern HR technology landscapes.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage high-performing teams.

• Demonstrated experience in managing complex, cross-functional projects.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

• Advanced problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating project risks.