Workday HCM Architect (HCM, Compensation & Security)

Job Title: Workday HCM Workstream Lead – Core HCM, Compensation & Security Location: Remote – United States Onsite Requirements: Fully remote Work Requirements: Must be located in the United States Compensation Range: $95-$110 per hour Employment Type: Contract Contract Duration: 12 months with possible extensions Introduction We are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Workstream Lead to own the HCM workstream end to end, with a primary focus on Core HCM, Compensation, and Security. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep Workday configuration expertise, strong consulting experience, and the ability to guide stakeholders through design, testing, troubleshooting, and optimization. The consultant will serve as a trusted advisor while helping the internal team build greater confidence and self-sufficiency within Workday. Day-to-Day Responsibilities • Lead the HCM workstream across planning, design, configuration, testing, optimization, and stakeholder communication. • Own Core HCM, Compensation, and Security configuration, including organizational structures, staffing models, worker lifecycle processes, compensation plans, eligibility rules, and security policies. • Troubleshoot complex functional issues, support Workday releases and regression testing, and identify opportunities for system and process improvement. • Partner across Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Talent, Recruiting, Integrations, and Reporting to manage downstream dependencies and deliver scalable solutions. • Advise stakeholders, drive key decisions, and provide hands-on guidance and knowledge transfer throughout the engagement. Required Skills & Qualifications • 5+ years of Workday Core HCM experience with strong hands-on configuration expertise across Core HCM, Compensation, and Security. • Active Workday HCM certification and prior experience working for a Workday Certified Services Partner are required. • Strong knowledge of organizational structures, staffing models, business processes, compensation configuration, security groups, and domain/business process security. • Proven experience leading Workday workstreams, managing stakeholders, resolving complex issues, and translating business requirements into scalable solutions. • Strong understanding of cross-functional dependencies across the broader Workday HCM ecosystem. • Excellent client-facing communication and consulting skills with flexibility to support increased hours during critical project periods. Preferred Skills & Qualifications • Experience supporting nonprofit, mission-driven, or lean internal Workday teams. • Experience across both Workday implementations and post-production support. • Additional expertise across Payroll, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Talent, Recruiting, Reporting, Integrations, calculated fields, or dashboards. #LI-MB3 #Remote #Tech