Workday HCM Functional Consultant

Deloitte • Atlanta, GA

2d • $84,400 - $155,400

About The Position

Our Human Capital practice is at the forefront of transforming the nature of work. As converging forces reshape industries, our team uniquely addresses the complexities of work, workforce, and workplace dynamics. We leverage sector-specific insights and cross-domain perspectives to help organizations tackle their most challenging workforce issues and align talent strategies with their strategic visions. Our practice is renowned for making work better for humans and humans better at work. Be part of this exciting era of change and join us on this transformative journey. Recruiting for this role ends on 06/11/2026. Work you'll do As a Workday Functional Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering successful Workday implementations and optimizations for our clients. Your responsibilities will include: Support Workday functional workstreams as part of implementation and optimization projects, working closely with senior consultants and project leadership Gather and document business requirements while learning to educate clients on Workday functionality as it relates to HR activities Participate in workshops, demos, and meetings to support consensus-building around business processes and system design Assist with workstream activities including system configuration, testing, and documentation Collaborate with client subject matter experts to understand current processes and future state requirements Configure Workday application components under the guidance of senior team members Support data validation, testing cycles, and end-user training activities Contribute to the development of project deliverables including process documentation, configuration guides, and training materials The Team Our HR Strategy & Technology Offering is dedicated to developing leading global HR strategies and implementing cutting-edge HR technologies. We drive transformation and maximize the workforce experience, ensuring sustained HR effectiveness and value. In a world of disruption, our solutions empower organizations to navigate challenges seamlessly, enhancing their HR capabilities and fostering a resilient workforce.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant experience required
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience leading workstreams as part of Workday implementations with knowledge in 1 or more areas of the HCM product, including configuration of the system.
• 2+ years of consulting experience or relevant industry experience in HR, finance, or technology
• Exposure to at least one Workday implementation or demonstrated knowledge of Workday HCM modules
• 2+ years understanding of HR business processes and how technology supports organizational needs
• Minimum of 2+ years demonstrating exceptional written and verbal communication skills, translating complex technical concepts into clear business language appropriate for diverse audiences.
• Minimum of 2+ years of exceptional problem-solving capabilities, with ability to navigate ambiguity and rapidly changing project priorities, analyzing problems with a structured approach and pivoting strategies as needed to maintain project momentum and client satisfaction.
• Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Minimum of 2+ years demonstrating exceptional written and verbal communication skills, translating complex technical concepts into clear business language appropriate for diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Workday HCM Certification(s) in one or more HCM Modules.
• Minimum of 2+ years of Experience working in consulting solutions for Fortune 500 or equivalent clients.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with advanced Excel modeling (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and developing executive-level PowerPoint presentations; experience using Microsoft Visio to develop process flows or technical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Support Workday functional workstreams as part of implementation and optimization projects, working closely with senior consultants and project leadership
• Gather and document business requirements while learning to educate clients on Workday functionality as it relates to HR activities
• Participate in workshops, demos, and meetings to support consensus-building around business processes and system design
• Assist with workstream activities including system configuration, testing, and documentation
• Collaborate with client subject matter experts to understand current processes and future state requirements
• Configure Workday application components under the guidance of senior team members
• Support data validation, testing cycles, and end-user training activities
• Contribute to the development of project deliverables including process documentation, configuration guides, and training materials

Benefits

• At Deloitte, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits.
• Our inclusive culture empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively.
• From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities and connect and grow through mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees