Workday Systems Analyst NEW

INTEC SELECT LIMITED
Workday Systems AnalystLondon HybridUp to £67,000 + excellent packageA global brand is looking for an experienced Workday Systems Analyst to join its People Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the configuration, optimisation, and support of enterprise people systems within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will help enhance and maintain the Workday ecosystem, ensuring strong system performance, data governance, and user experience across the organisation.Role and ResponsibilitiesWorkday Configuration & Development

• Support the design, configuration, and enhancement of Workday modules including HCM, Absence, Recruitment, Learning, Payroll, Performance, Talent, and Help
• Deliver configuration changes aligned to business needs and system improvements
• Identify opportunities for optimisation and automation across people systems

Systems Support & Management

• Provide day-to-day support and troubleshooting for People Systems
• Maintain data governance, reporting accuracy, and security standards
• Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to maximise system capability and user experience
• Provide technical guidance to People team members

System Enhancements & Testing

• Support Workday upgrades, releases, and enhancement projects
• Coordinate testing activities, documentation, and deployment processes
• Work closely with AMS providers on development and production releases
• Communicate system changes effectively to support user adoption

Reporting & Analytics

• Produce ad hoc and bespoke reports to support business insights and workforce planning
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop meaningful people analytics

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Build strong cross-functional relationships across the organisation
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and an inclusive team culture
• Remain adaptable to changing business priorities

Skills & ExperienceEssential Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working in fast-paced environments and managing competing priorities
• Understanding of systems change and project delivery methodologies
• Proven experience delivering high-quality system or project work to tight deadlines
• Previous experience in Workday, HRIS, or People Systems roles within complex organisations
• Experience supporting data governance, reporting, and systems optimisation initiatives

Technical ExperienceStrong Workday experience across:

• HCM
• Recruitment
• Absence
• Learning
• Payroll
• Performance & Talent
• Security Management
• Reporting & Integrations