Workday Configurations Specialist

Our firm is supporting a leading global enterprise in the science, manufacturing, and innovations sector in identifying a highly skilled Workday Configurations Specialist with deep expertise in Workers\u2019 Compensation and Benefits. This position plays a critical role in designing, optimizing, and maintaining Workday solutions that support large-scale, complex HR operations across a global footprint. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking HR Technology organization where you will lead strategic configuration initiatives, partner with senior HR stakeholders, and influence the future of digital HR experiences., As a Workday Configurations Specialist, you will serve as the primary expert for advanced configuration across Workers\u2019 Compensation and Benefits. You will be responsible for end-to-end solution design, governance, testing leadership, and the continuous enhancement of Workday capabilities.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams\u2014including HR, Total Rewards, IT, and global business partners\u2014to ensure the Workday platform delivers scalable, compliant, and intuitive employee experiences., Workday Expertise & Solution Design \t

• Lead advanced configuration design across Workers\u2019 Compensation and Benefits.\t
• Translate complex business requirements into scalable, user-focused Workday solutions.\t
• Ensure compliance with governance standards, global regulatory requirements, and data privacy policies.\t
• Create streamlined, efficient processes and workflows that enhance employee and manager experience.\t
• Collaborate with technical teams on integrations, EIBs, data flows, and security models.

HR Technology Optimization & Innovation \t

• Drive evaluation and adoption of Workday releases and emerging capabilities.\t
• Identify automation, simplification, and user-experience improvement opportunities.\t
• Research HR technology trends to shape long-term Workday strategy.\t
• Recommend enhancements to support evolving HR and business needs.

Project Leadership & Governance \t

• Lead plan-to-deploy activities for Workday enhancements and roadmap initiatives.\t
• Oversee structured testing cycles including planning, script creation, execution, and defect resolution.\t
• Maintain documentation, configuration controls, and audit readiness.\t
• Provide guidance and mentorship to HR Technology Analysts and project teams.

Stakeholder Partnership & Collaboration \t

• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR leaders and global business partners.\t
• Facilitate design sessions, workshops, and decision-making discussions.\t
• Translate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights.\t
• Ensure alignment across HR Operations, Total Rewards, Talent, IT, and external partners.

Troubleshooting, Support & Continuous Improvement \t

• Lead resolution of complex break/fix issues within Workers\u2019 Compensation and Benefits.\t
• Conduct QA reviews and oversee regression testing for releases.\t
• Ensure integration accuracy and reliability.\t
• Promote user-centric design principles and optimize HR experiences.\t
• Deliver training, documentation, and guidance to analysts and business partners.

• Bachelor\u2019s degree (completed and verified prior to start). \t
• 5+ years of HR Technology experience in a private, public, government, or military organization. \t
• 5+ years of Workday configuration experience in Core HCM within a similar environment.

Preferred Qualifications \t

• Advanced Workday configuration skills across HCM, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Security, and Reporting. \t
• Proven experience designing and deploying large-scale, global Workday solutions. \t
• Strong project management and stakeholder influence skills across senior leadership levels. \t
• Workday Pro certification. \t
• Experience with EIBs, HR transformations, M&A or divestiture activities. \t
• Experience mentoring analysts or leading project teams. \t
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities. \t
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power Platform or RPA tools.

Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/.