Sr. Workday Functional Architect - Compensation, Benefits, Performance

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Sr. Workday Functional Architect - Compensation, Benefits, Performance Meltwater, Greater London, England, United Kingdom We’re looking for: A Senior HRIS Analyst focused on ongoing improvements of Workday as the center of the HR technology ecosystem. The role partners with HR and business leaders to understand needs, define requirements, and architect, configure, test, and support solutions in assigned functional areas of Workday while keeping quality, integrity and security of HR information as a priority. What You’ll Do

Provide Workday subject‑matter functional expertise for day‑to‑day support and development, including business process configuration, reporting, mass data processing (EIB), testing and troubleshooting. Offer expertise and thought leadership on Workday HCM best practices. Partner with business leaders to understand pain points, prioritise requirements and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency using Workday functionality. Create and maintain clear, comprehensive, documented business requirements for requested changes, enhancements or projects; articulate functional processes from start to finish and provide design guidance. Provide change‑management expertise when rolling out new or improved functionality to maximise adoption and deliver an excellent customer experience. Maintain awareness of Workday future releases/road‑map and anticipate impacts on current and future functionality. Own thorough testing and analysis of new features, participate in release planning, and be accountable for regression, unit, User Acceptance, and pre‑launch testing/sign‑off of new capabilities. Collaborate with internal and external SMEs in the Workday ecosystem to share knowledge, alternative solutions and best practices for a holistic approach. Mentor and guide junior colleagues in configuration, testing and best‑practice adoption. Deliver excellent customer service, responding to inquiries accurately and promptly.

What You’ll Bring

Education: Bachelor’s degree (preferred). 5+ years of Workday functional configuration across three or more HCM modules (e.g., Compensation, Benefits, Performance) supporting a mid‑to‑large business. 3+ years of cross‑functional Workday administration, including security design and business process management. 2+ years of HRIS project management, including analysis, stakeholder engagement and documentation. Proven functional expertise in assigned areas – awareness of Workday’s capabilities and limitations, familiarity with delivered functionality and reports, and experience performing administrative tasks. Experience handling confidential and sensitive information. Functional experience with broad HR practices and program development to understand stakeholder needs across HR functions (preferred). Compliance experience in PII, GDPR, SOX (preferred).

Workday Pro certifications in one or more HCM functional modules (preferred).

Excellent communication skills – verbal, written and interpersonal. High customer‑centric mindset, personal accountability, teamwork, strong analytical acumen. Ability to work independently and adapt to change with resilience. Time‑management skills to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines. Discretion, good judgment, honesty, integrity and trust‑building behaviors.

What We Offer

Flexible paid time off options for work‑life balance. Creative Pension plan for long‑term security. Cycling‑to‑work scheme promoting eco‑friendly commuting. Simply Health benefits package for holistic well‑being. Comprehensive Vitality Health Insurance after tenure. Complimentary CalmApp subscription for mental wellness. Hybrid work environment for flexibility. Family leave program that grows with tenure. Inclusive culture with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Where You’ll Work Remote When You’ll Join ASAP Our Story At Meltwater, we believe that the right people in the right environment create great outcomes. Our technology serves over 27,000 customers worldwide, and we empower our global team of developers, innovators, problem‑solvers and high‑performers to challenge ourselves, find new solutions, and make an impact. We are proud of our diverse 2,200‑plus‑employee community that spans 50 locations across 25 countries. No matter where you are, you’ll work with people who care about your success and provide the support you need to unlock new heights in your career. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to protected status. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment and actively promote a culture of respect, fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact. Senior level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Meltwater by 2× #J-18808-Ljbffr
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