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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Lead (Workday HCM) - **Company:** N Consulting Ltd - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £85,000.0 - £95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Software Bug Management, Data Migration, Regression Testing, E2e Testing, Workday Integrations, System Integration Testing, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, Workday Training, Workday HCM, Workday Business Process, Workday - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/test-lead-workday-hcm/47476843 ## About the Role LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom# Test Lead (Workday HCM) at N Consulting LtdLocationLondon, England, United KingdomSalary£85000 - £95000 /yearJob TypeFull-timeDate PostedApril 27th, 2026Apply Now**Role:**Test Lead (Workday HCM)**Location:** London, UK**Employment Type:** Full-time / Contract**Work Mode :** Hybrid **Industry:** Insurance **Experience:** 8-12 years overall testing experience, 4+ years in Workday HCM**Job Summary**We are seeking an experienced **Test Lead with strong Workday HCM expertise** to lead end-to-end testing activities for a UK-based Insurance client. The ideal candidate will have hands-on knowledge of Workday HCM modules, UK payroll and regulatory requirements, and proven leadership skills to manage testing teams, stakeholders, and delivery milestones in a complex enterprise environment.**Key Responsibilities****Test Leadership & Delivery*** Lead **end-to-end testing** for Workday HCM implementations, enhancements, and integrations.* Define and own the **test strategy, test plans, schedules, and test governance**.* Manage test execution across **System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and Regression Testing**.* Track and report **test progress, defects, risks, and quality metrics** to senior stakeholders.**Workday HCM Expertise*** Provide testing leadership across Workday HCM modules, including: + Core HCM + Compensation & Benefits + Absence Management + Talent / Performance (if applicable) + UK Payroll (preferred)* Validate Workday business processes, configurations, and security roles.* Oversee testing of **Workday integrations** (inbound/outbound), reports, and business process frameworks (BPF).**UK Insurance Domain & Compliance*** Ensure testing aligns with **UK regulatory, compliance, and data protection standards** (e.g., HMRC, GDPR).* Understand HR and payroll processes specific to the **UK Insurance sector**.* Support audit requirements with proper test evidence and traceability.**Stakeholder & Team Management*** Act as the **single point of contact** for all testing activities.* Collaborate with HR, Payroll, IT, Workday functional consultants, and business users.* Manage and mentor onshore/offshore testing teams.* Facilitate UAT workshops and sign-off with business stakeholders.**Required Skills & Experience****Mandatory*** 8+ years of experience in **software testing**, with at least 4 years in **Workday HCM testing**.* Strong hands-on experience in **Workday HCM modules** and business process testing.* Solid understanding of **UK HR and Payroll processes**.* Proven experience as a **Test Lead or Test Manager** in large enterprise programs.* Expertise in **defect management, test management tools**, and test reporting.* Excellent **stakeholder communication and leadership** skills.**Preferred*** Experience working with **UK-based Insurance clients**.* Workday certification (HCM / Payroll) is a plus.* Experience with **Agile and Waterfall** delivery models.* Exposure to **automation testing** in Workday environments.* Knowledge of data migration and parallel payroll testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr ## Related Videos - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Let's get visual - Visual testing in your project](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/540-let-s-get-visual-visual-testing-in-your-project) - [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) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - How DevRel Makes Tech More Human](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2149-wearedevelopers-live-how-devrel-makes-tech-more-human) - [Data Driven HR in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1489-data-driven-hr-in-europe) - [Why I Love End-2-End Tests and How To Get Them Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/996-why-i-love-end-2-end-tests-and-how-to-get-them-right) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [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) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [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)