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# HR Systems Advisor (Workday)

- **Company:** Michael Page
- **Location:** Manchester, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £40,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Documentation, Workday HCM, HR Software, Workday Business Process, Data Management, Core HR, Workday
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.michaelpage.co.uk/job-detail/hr-systems-advisor-workday/ref/jn-112026-7140653

## About the Role

* Previous experience as an HR Advisor, HR Generalist, Senior HR Coordinator or similar HR role
 * Strong working knowledge of Workday HCM gained through day-to-day use within an HR function
 * Understanding of core HR processes such as organisational management, employee lifecycle transactions, talent management, compensation, learning and recruitment
 * Experience supporting colleagues with Workday queries, troubleshooting issues and providing guidance
 * Ability to understand system functionality and explain technical concepts in a user-friendly way
 * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
 * Confidence working with data, reporting and HR system processes
 * A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to enhance processes and user experience

## Description

You'll act as the go-to person for HR teams across the business, providing expert guidance on Workday functionality, supporting system improvements, and helping ensure Workday continues to meet the needs of the organisation.

 * Excellent opportunity for someone with sound Workday knowledge
 * Opportunity to be part of a global HR Team, * Act as the primary HR contact for all Workday-related queries and requests
 * Partner with HR teams and process owners to understand business requirements and translate them into Workday solutions
 * Support the ongoing configuration, maintenance and optimisation of Workday business processes
 * Provide guidance and training to HR colleagues on Workday functionality and best practice
 * Manage and resolve complex system and process-related issues
 * Support data management activities, reporting and system audits
 * Create and maintain user documentation, process guides and training materials
 * Assess new business requirements and recommend improvements to existing Workday processes
 * Test and support system enhancements, releases and upgrades
 * Monitor system adoption and user experience, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
 * Work collaboratively with external partners and Workday support providers when specialist support is required