> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1628815-workday-systems-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1628815-workday-systems-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Workday Systems Analyst - **Company:** Hays plc - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Systems, System Configuration, Data Migration, Systems Integration, Workday Financials, Workday HCM, Workday - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.hays.co.uk/job-detail/workday-systems-analyst-leeds-%7C-manchester-%7C-birmingham-%7C-nottingham_4814419 ## About the Role We're keen to speak with individuals who enjoy solving business challenges through technology and are excited by the opportunity to be part of a major systems implementation. You'll ideally have: * Experience supporting, administering or implementing enterprise business systems * Exposure to Workday or other HR, Finance or ERP platforms * Strong understanding of HR, Financials or operational business processes * Experience gathering and translating business requirements * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities * A proactive and collaborative approach Desirable Experience * Previous Workday experience * Exposure to Workday HCM and Workday Financials * Experience supporting system implementations or transformation programmes * Reporting and analytics experience * Data migration, testing or systems integration experience * Workday certifications ## Description Leeds | Manchester | Birmingham | Nottingham | Hybrid Working Shape the Future of Workday from Day One An established construction and property consultancy is embarking on a significant digital transformation programme and is seeking a Workday Systems Analyst to play a key role in the implementation and ongoing development of its Workday platform. This is a rare opportunity to join at the very beginning of a major Workday journey, helping to shape the design, configuration and adoption of both Workday HCM and Workday Financials across the organisation. Working closely with HR, Finance, IT and external implementation partners, you'll contribute to the successful rollout of a business-critical platform while developing into a key internal Workday subject matter expert. The Role As Workday Systems Analyst, you will support the implementation, configuration and optimisation of Workday across Human Capital Management (HCM) and Financials. You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to understand requirements, support system design and testing activities, and help ensure the successful delivery of the Workday programme. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting the implementation of Workday HCM and Workday Financials * Working with HR, Finance and IT teams to gather and translate business requirements * Supporting system configuration, business process design and testing * Assisting with data migration, validation and data quality activities * Developing and maintaining reports, dashboards and analytics * Supporting security, governance and access control processes * Working with implementation partners on integrations and system enhancements * Creating documentation and supporting user adoption initiatives * Providing ongoing system support and continuous improvement following go-live * Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the user experience About You We're keen to speak with individuals who enjoy solving business challenges through technology and are excited by the opportunity to be part of a major systems implementation. You'll ideally have: * Experience supporting, administering or implementing enterprise business systems * Exposure to Workday or other HR, Finance or ERP platforms * Strong understanding of HR, Financials or operational business processes * Experience gathering and translating business requirements * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities * A proactive and collaborative approach Desirable Experience * Previous Workday experience * Exposure to Workday HCM and Workday Financials * Experience supporting system implementations or transformation programmes * Reporting and analytics experience * Data migration, testing or systems integration experience * Workday certifications Why Apply? * Join a major Workday implementation from the outset * Opportunity to influence the design and future development of the platform * Exposure to both Workday HCM and Workday Financials * Work closely with senior stakeholders and implementation specialists * Excellent long-term career development opportunities * Ongoing training and professional development * Hybrid working environment * Competitive salary and benefits package #4814419 - Andrew ## Related Videos - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Beyond Gut Feelings: The Rise of Data-Driven HR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1326-beyond-gut-feelings-the-rise-of-data-driven-hr) - [The Future of Employee Wellbeing: Benefits, Trust & Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1808-the-future-of-employee-wellbeing-benefits-trust-performance) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Companies to Work For in The UK: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/186-best-companies-to-work-for-in-the-uk-top-25-companies-in-2023)