Sr Functional Consultant

Workday•Chicago, IL

1d•$111,000 - $197,300•Remote

About The Position

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too. About the Team Workday’s Financial Services and Insurance (FSI) and Professional Services (PS) Industry team’s main purpose is to deliver Workday’s consulting services and build an outstanding customer experience by delivering engaging and innovative consulting services. In addition to bring leading practices to our customers, partners, and employees make the most of the Workday system. About the Role Job Description The HCM/Recruiting Senior Consultant will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of Workday’s HCM solution for our Financial Services, Insurance (FSI) and Professional Services (PS) customers and help establish and champion best practices for all deployments. The ideal candidate for this position should have experience within the HCM and Recruiting areas in the FSI or PS Industries.

Requirements

5+ years of functional experience in HCM and Recruiting software solutions or systems
3+ years Consulting experience
Workday Deployment Experience
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Industry experience in Financial Services, Insurance or Professional Services
Experience in HCM, Recruiting, and related product suite areas
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Ability to learn technology quickly through instruction and self-training
Passion for customer service.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
Strong presentation skills, with proficiency in communicating across internal teams and customers through executive leadership
Experience with multiple HCM, payroll and/or financial applications a plus
Comprehensive product knowledge, including a thorough understanding of product features, benefits, applications, and market positioning, is essential.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are a must, including active listening and the ability to tailor communication style to diverse audiences.
Strong industry knowledge is essential, including staying abreast of current trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environments to contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and identifying new opportunities.
Strong influencing skills, including persuasive communication and the ability to drive consensus and effectively collaborate with stakeholders,
Exceptional relationship management skills are crucial, with a focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues to foster collaboration, loyalty, and a positive work environment.
Proven mentorship skills, with the ability to foster individual growth and development through effective communication, constructive feedback, and goal setting, are highly valued
Proven ability to effectively gather and analyze requirements through various techniques, ensuring project clarity and alignment with stakeholder needs, is critical.
Strong solutions design skills, with the ability to analyze business challenges and develop effective solutions that leverage technology and optimize resources, are highly desired.
Expertise in strategic business consulting, including market analysis, financial acumen, and strategic planning, to drive organizational growth and performance, is strongly desired.
Excellent task management skills, with a proven ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks effectively to enhance workflow and productivity, are essential.
Exceptional teamwork skills, including collaboration, communication, and contributing to a positive and productive work environment, are vital.
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, organize, and effectively manage workload to meet deadlines and enhance productivity, are key to success in this role.

Responsibilities

Become an expert in the Workday HCM and Recruiting product suite
Provide FSI and PS industry perspective for customer business requirements
Ensure FSI and PS best practices are maintained to reflect new industry requirements and trends
Perform the following on an engagement: understand client business requirements, configure the Workday solution, demonstrate the configurations through the development of prototype systems, assist the client in testing the Workday solution
Serve as a mentor for new HCM and Recruiting Consultants
Ensure the client takes advantage of Workday FSI and PS best practices
Ensure the client is referenceable once the client is in production
Participate in update training and other events that help share one’s product skills with other consultants