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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Workday HCM Compensation and Absence Analyst - **Company:** Connells Group - **Location:** Leighton Buzzard, UK - **Salary:** £40,000.0 - £50,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Software Documentation, Databases, Regression Testing, Workday Integrations, Workday Training, Workday HCM, Workday Business Process, EIB, Workday Reporting, Workday - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5899594917 ## About the Role * Experience supporting or configuring Workday HCM, Compensation, and/or Absence. * Good understanding of Workday business processes, configuration, and testing principles. * Experience working with HR and Reward stakeholders to support business requirements. * Experience investigating and resolving Workday support issues. * Experience creating and loading EIBs. * Knowledge of Workday reporting, dashboards, or data analysis. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. * Good communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users. * Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Workday certification in HCM, Compensation, Absence, or related modules is preferred. * Experience supporting annual compensation review processes within Workday is preferred. * Experience supporting Workday releases and regression testing is preferred. * Familiarity with Workday Report Writer and calculated fields is preferred. * Understanding of Workday integrations and downstream impacts to Payroll, Benefits, or other connected systems is preferred. ## Description * Provide functional support and configuration for Workday HCM, Absence, and Compensation modules. * Support the administration and optimisation of absence plans, leave types, accruals, carry-over rules, and related business processes. * Assist with the configuration and delivery of compensation review processes, including annual salary reviews, merit cycles, and bonus planning. * Gather, analyse, and document business requirements, translating HR and Reward needs into Workday solutions. * Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve Workday issues, escalating where appropriate. * Support testing activities for system enhancements, fixes, Workday releases, and business-led changes. * Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and increased automation. * Provide guidance on standard Workday functionality and best practice configuration. * Help manage support requests, ensuring issues and enhancements are tracked and resolved within agreed timeframes. * Support Workday releases by reviewing new functionality, assessing impacts, and assisting with testing activities. * Maintain system documentation, configuration records, and knowledge articles. * Support reporting requirements through Workday reports, dashboards, and data analysis. * Perform data maintenance activities including EIB uploads and validation exercises. * Collaborate with HR, Reward, Payroll, IT, and third-party partners to support ongoing system improvements. * Ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance with internal policies and governance requirements. * Assist in the creation of training materials and user guidance to support adoption and self-service. 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