Workday Consultant (HCM+ Learning) - Virtual

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Workday Consultant (HCM and/or Financial)

The successful candidate will be responsible for deployment delivery; managing projects across a breadth of clients. Active listening, good communication, responsiveness, ability to manage multiple tasks and consulting on HCM and/or Financial solutions are key attributes for this role.

Responsible for ensuring timely and quality execution of client deliverables for Workday projects. Responsible for bodies of work from start to finish across multiple projects or clients with limited supervision. Developing into a subject matter expert internally and externally.

• Effectively executes medium to large client deliverables from start to finish across multiple, concurrent projects utilizing Alight's quality standards and consulting methodology.

• Manages self and work to project scope, timeline and budget. Coordinates with others when applicable.

• Listens to client request, assesses actual client need, provides subjective matter expertise, proposes alternatives, and recommends solution(s).

• Frequently discusses, and can articulate to clients, lessons learned from previous client experience, Workday best practices, as well as Alight's Point of View.

• Provides direction and guidance internally to less experienced colleagues by directing work and reviewing deliverables.

• Participates in or may lead internal business initiatives to assist the organization in building our Alight brand and collateral, including but not limited to internal domain groups, chats and training.

• Participates in building the Alight Brand by participating in Workday ecosystem product groups/chats.

• Serves as Subject Matter Expert in functional/technical area.

• Has specialized and deepened skill set within an area, e.g., such as Compensation, Benefits, Financials, etc.

• Creates work estimates for small to large bodies of work. Additional area specific duties and responsibilities:

• For CDS, may consult without supervision in complex projects, and/or leads Medium Enterprise or smaller Large Enterprise projects.

Knowledge and Expertise of:

• 2 to 3 plus years relevant consulting, domain, Workday and/or related technology experience required

• Proven consultative skills to guide client and internal discussions to agreement of solutions in a timely manner

• Experience implementing complex, practical business solutions under multiple deadlines

• Able to prioritize and organize increasingly complex work to ensure overall timeliness and quality standards

• Proven experience working creatively and analytically in a dynamic environment

• Demonstrated advanced experience with Excel and PowerPoint

• Exhibits problem-solving skills, including troubleshooting issues and escalates as appropriate

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including clear articulation of complex messages and requirements

• Demonstrated commitment and achievement to delivery excellence and client satisfaction

• Proven experience demonstrating initiative and curiosity to build skills in other area

• Up to 50% travel

• Workday HCM and/or Financials experience strongly preferred

• This opportunity does not offer sponsorship

• If not already a holder of the relevant Workday Certification, successful completion of appropriate Workday Certification(s) is a requirement of the role

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Math Computer Science or related discipline.

Flexible Working
So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and "Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs" 5 years in a row.

Benefits
We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it's important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

Diversity Policy Statement
Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country
Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: https://bit.ly/Alight_Benefits

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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