Workday HCM Functional Lead

Workday HCM Functional LeadJoin a dynamic, forward-thinking global organization and help shape the future of HR technology!What You’ll Do:Lead the Workday HCM Payroll rollout.Oversee configuration and ongoing support for Core HCM, Compensation, Advanced Comp, Talent, Absence, Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, and other modules as adopted.Partner with HR leaders and Centers of Excellence to deliver scalable, data-driven HR solutions.Translate business requirements into optimized system designs and enhancements.Guide assessments, testing, and validation to ensure solutions meet business goals.Manage feature deployments, configuration updates, and process improvements to keep systems aligned with evolving strategy.Oversee Workday security roles, workflows, and configuration for compliance and efficiency.Serve as the go-to resource for Workday questions, troubleshooting, and user support.Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on implementation and optimization efforts.Mentor and direct a small Workday team—balancing workloads, prioritizing initiatives, and fostering continuous improvement.Build strong cross-functional relationships with HR, IT, and business leaders.This is a direct-hire, hybrid position based in North Atlanta (up to three remote days per week).Enjoy a modern workplace that includes flexible hours, on-site amenities, and a competitive benefits package with 401(k) match.What You’ll Bring:3+ years configuring and supporting Workday HCM.1+ years leading or supporting Workday Payroll implementations.Proven leadership experience.Deep knowledge of HR operations and HCM business processes.Experience creating custom reports, calculated fields, and condition rules.Hands-on familiarity with EIBs and basic integrations.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent communicator—able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences.