Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end Workday implementation program (scope, timeline, budget, risks)

Act as the primary interface between HR, IT, and external system integrators

Coordinate and challenge external consultants to ensure quality delivery

Drive requirements gathering and translate business needs into system solutions

Manage governance, decision‑making forums, and stakeholder alignment

Oversee testing, data migration, integrations, and go‑live readiness

Ensure adoption through change management and communication strategies

Own the HRIS product roadmap, prioritizing enhancements and releases

Act as the internal owner of Workday, ensuring continuous improvement

Manage backlog, releases, and system upgrades

Drive HR process optimization leveraging system capabilities

Ensure data quality, reporting, and analytics enablement

Reduce dependency on external vendors over time

Collaborate with HR leadership to align technology with business strategy





Requirements

5+ years in HRIS / HR Technology / HR Transformation

4+ years of experience of Workday

Proven experience in Workday implementation (client‑side strongly preferred)

Workday certifications good to have

Experience in Core HCM and, at least one other module (Compensation, Recruiting, Talent, Learning)

Strong program/project management experience

Experience managing external vendors/system integrators

Solid understanding of HR processes (e.g., Core HR, Talent, Recruiting, Payroll)

Strong ownership and autonomy

Proficient level of English

Ability to operate across business and technology domains

Stakeholder management at senior level

Vendor management and ability to challenge external partners

Structured problem‑solving and decision‑making

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📌 HRIS Program Manager, Product Owner – Workday (Madrid)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Madrid