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Workday programme data lead - 18 month ftc ›

London
Aztec
Posted: 4 July
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Job ID: 5083031003

| Location: London

Reports to ERP Programme Director

We are seeking an experienced Data Lead to oversee the data migration and integration efforts for a full-platform Workday implementation, encompassing both HR and Finance modules. The Data Lead will work closely with functional teams, technical teams, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless data integration, governance, and transformation across the project. This role requires in-depth knowledge of Workday’s data architecture, a strong understanding of HR and Finance data processes, and excellent project management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the data migration strategy for the Workday implementation, covering both HR and Finance systems.
* Define and execute data governance processes to ensure data quality, accuracy, and integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
* Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to gather data requirements, ensuring alignment with business processes and system capabilities.
* Oversee data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) activities, ensuring the accurate migration of legacy data into the Workday platform.
* Manage data validation and reconciliation efforts, ensuring discrepancies are resolved before go-live.
* Work with third-party vendors and internal teams to integrate data from other systems (e.g., payroll, benefits, financial reporting) into Workday.
* Develop and maintain a data migration plan and schedule, identifying key milestones and risks.
* Provide regular updates on the status of data-related activities, including data readiness, migration progress, and issue resolution.
* Manage and mentor a team of data specialists and analysts, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work.
* Collaborate with the Change Management team to provide insights on data impacts to users and stakeholders.
* Ensure data privacy and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOX).
* Support post-go-live data maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting efforts.

Qualifications & Experience:

* Experience in data management, with a strong focus on ERP implementations, preferably Workday.
* Hands-on experience with Workday HR and Finance modules, particularly in data migration and integration.
* Strong knowledge of SQL, ETL tools, and data migration methodologies.
* Experience with data governance and data quality frameworks.
* Proven ability to lead data teams through complex ERP implementations.
* Excellent stakeholder management skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
* Familiarity with compliance and data security regulations (GDPR, SOX, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

* Workday certification in Data Migration or Integration.
* Knowledge of other ERP systems and their data architecture (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
* Leadership & Team Management: Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of data professionals.
* Project Management: Ability to manage multiple data workstreams and deliver on time.
* Communication: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
* Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
* Problem-Solving: Adept at identifying and resolving data issues and risks.
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