Workday HCM Global Data Lead

The role

This role leads the data strategy and execution for the Workday HCM implementation across WPP. The lead owns data conversion, data quality and governance, and leads and mentors the team doing the data transformation work.

What you will do

• Take full accountability for the Workday HCM program data activities.
• Establish and maintain governance structures aligned with organizational objectives.
• Define and enforce data ownership and stewardship with the Enterprise Data team.
• Implement and own extraction and data quality for People Technology programmes.
• Design and document a delivery and maintenance model that tools and processes can be reused from.
• Supervise and mentor the team on Workday HCM data transformation and data conversion.
• Design and optimize business processes related to People Data.
• Work with Enterprise Technology teams to deliver data solutions.
• Take part in the Data Migration RFP and other RFPs where required.
• Collaborate with the Job Architecture Lead and co-develop end-user change and adoption strategies.

Required qualifications

• Significant proven work experience influencing and leading HR transformation.
• Experience leading complex data solutions in large-scale, tech-enabled global programs.
• Excellent understanding of data conversion processes.
• Ability to work with end users and explain design decisions effectively.
• Ability to operate as both manager and strategic thinker, with a hands-on approach.
• Ability to build effective relationships within the Operating Companies.
• Excellence with technology solutions for data management and reporting.
• Creativity to deliver from a complex and fragmented set of legacy systems and data sets.
• Understanding of data governance principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in business process design and improvement.
• High degree of cultural awareness and appreciation for diversity.
• Proven experience and knowledge of transformation management principles, methodologies and tools.

Nice to have

• Experience with Workday HCM.
• PROSCI or other transformation certifications.

Benefits

• Passionate, inspired people and a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
• Scale and opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale unparalleled in the industry.
• Challenging and stimulating work with a group of creative problem solvers.

Before you apply

• If you require accommodations or flexibility, discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

About the company

WPP is a global growth partner for leading brands, combining media intelligence and data, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and strategic counsel. It works across 100+ markets.