Workday HCM Consultant, Senior Associate

At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives. Those in Workday human capital at PwC will focus on providing consulting services for Workday human capital management (HCM) applications. You will analyse client requirements, implement HCM software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of Workday HCM applications. Working in this area, you will enable clients to optimise their human resources processes, enhance talent management, and achieve their strategic objectives.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Business Application Consulting team, you are tasked with refining HR policies, practices, and processes while transforming the HR organization to be more impactful in managing human capital. As a Senior Associate, you are expected to analyze complex problems, mentor others, and uphold exemplary standards, focusing on building client relationships and developing a deeper understanding of the business context. You are responsible for configuring the Workday HCM Core module, collaborating across teams, and providing industry insights and leading practices to support client needs and organizational goals.

Responsibilities

- Refine HR policies and processes to enhance human capital management

- Implement and configure the Workday HCM Core module for clients

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives

- Share industry insights and leading practices to meet client requirements

- Analyze intricate issues to provide practical solutions

- Mentor team members to uphold elevated standards and professional growth

- Build and nurture enduring client relationships

- Develop a thorough understanding of business contexts and dynamics

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- 4 years of Workday product experience

What Sets You Apart

- Master's Degree in Business Administration/Management, Human Resources Management, Organizational Management, Computer and Information Science preferred

- Workday Services functional certification(s) preferably HCM Core and/or engagement manager certification

- Streamlining HR policies, practices, and processes

- Aligning HR strategy with business strategies

- Supporting Workday HCM Core module function

- Configuring Workday HCM Core module

- Collaborating across teams and multiple projects

- Providing industry insights and leading practices

- Creating an atmosphere of trust and seeking diverse views

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

The salary range for this position is: $84,000 - $202,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance