Workday HCM Project Manager

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Workday HCM Project Manager – London – 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead our post‑go‑live ERP system optimisation and enhancement initiatives on a fixed‑term contract. This critical role will focus on maximising the value of our recently implemented ERP system through continuous improvement, user adoption strategies and strategic system enhancements, and project‑manage future phases. The successful candidate will bridge the gap between business operations and technology, ensuring our ERP investment delivers measurable business outcomes.

• Lead post‑implementation optimisation projects to improve system performance, user experience and business process efficiency
• Identify and prioritise system enhancement opportunities based on business needs and ROI analysis
• Coordinate with technical teams to implement system upgrades, patches and configuration changes
  
  Manage rollout of new modules, features and integrations to expand system capabilities
• Track decisions, project plans and outcomes from the Governance Committee

• Partner with department heads and end‑users to identify pain points and improvement opportunities
• Establish feedback loops to capture user requirements and system performance issues continuously
• Maintain momentum through stakeholder engagement, ensuring everyone is aware of their roles and responsibilities and shares project statuses

• Lead process standardisation initiatives across business units
• Coordinate with process owners to implement best practices and eliminate inefficiencies
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and audit standards

• Manage relationships with ERP vendors, system integrators and third‑party consultants
• Coordinate internal and external resources to deliver project objectives
• Negotiate contracts and manage budgets for ongoing system support and enhancements
• Oversee vendor performance and service level agreements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of project management experience with enterprise software implementations
• Workday HCM PM experience (minimum 2 years)
• Demonstrated experience in post‑implementation support and system optimisation
• Strong understanding of ERP architecture, modules and integration capabilities
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
• Knowledge of data migration, system integration and business intelligence concepts
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact with all organisational levels
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
  
  Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Leadership skills with experience managing cross‑functional teams
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of HCM, Talent, operations and supply chain processes
• Familiarity with change management frameworks and best practices

MiQ is incredibly proud to foster a welcoming culture. We do everything possible to make sure everyone feels valued for what they bring. With global teams committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, we’re always moving towards becoming an even better place to work.

• We do what we love – Passion
• We figure it out – Determination
• We anticipate the unexpected – Agility
• We always unite – Unite
• We dare to be unconventional – Courage

• A hybrid work environment
• New hire orientation with job‑specific onboarding and training
• Internal and global mobility opportunities
• Competitive healthcare benefits
• Bonus and performance incentives
• Generous annual PTO, paid parental leave, with two additional paid days to acknowledge holidays, cultural events or inclusion initiatives
• Employee resource groups designed to connect people across all MiQ regions, drive action and support our communities

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