Workday Director
Share
Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Workday Director is responsible for leading the strategy implementation optimization and governance of the organizations Workday platform. This role oversees Workday operations across Human Capital Management (HCM) Finance and other modules ensuring system performance data integrity and alignment with business objectives.
The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep expertise in Workday strong stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and large-scale system initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the overall Workday strategy roadmap and governance framework
- Lead implementation upgrades and optimization initiatives across Workday modules
- Oversee system configuration integrations security and data management
- Partner with HR Finance IT and other business units to align Workday capabilities with organizational needs
- Manage Workday releases testing cycles and change management processes
- Ensure data accuracy system reliability and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Lead and develop a team of Workday analysts administrators and consultants
- Establish and monitor KPIs related to system performance and user adoption
- Oversee vendor relationships and third-party integrations
- Provide executive-level reporting and insights on system performance and initiatives
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the Workday ecosystem
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelors degree in Information Systems Business Administration Human Resources Finance or a related field required
- Masters degree or relevant certifications in Workday modules preferred
Experience
- 10 years of experience in enterprise systems HRIS or financial systems management
- 5 years of hands-on experience with Workday implementations and administration
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and large-scale system projects
Skills and Competencies
- Deep expertise in Workday HCM Financials and integrations
- Strong understanding of HR and financial business processes
- Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with data governance security and compliance frameworks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to lead complex projects and manage competing priorities
- Proficiency in reporting tools and data analytics within Workday
- Strategic thinking with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement
Compensation
- Annual Salary Range: $140000 to $200000 USD depending on experience certifications and qualification
- Executive-level bonus structure and incentive compensation may be available
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Generous paid time off including vacation sick leave and holidays
- Flexible work arrangements including remote or hybrid options
- Executive wellness and leadership development programs
- Professional development and certification reimbursement
- Life and disability insurance coverage
- Employee stock purchase plan or equity options where applicable
Work Environment
This role may be performed in a remote hybrid setting within the United States. Occasional travel may be required for leadership meetings system implementations or vendor engagements.
