Senior Workday Administrator (HCM, Compensation and Security) - Europe/India (Remote)

Who we are We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence. We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way. Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit. Why Worldwide We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us! What IT department does at Worldwide The IT department is made up of seasoned professionals united in one common goal: to keep Worldwide’s technical infrastructure operating at the highest levels for our employees and our customers. We are a global team comprised of numerous professionals including cyber security, artificial intelligence, IT helpdesk, application support, and more. What you will do Own HCM and Compensation configuration — lead the configuration, maintenance, and ongoing operation of Workday HCM, Advanced Compensation and Security as the primary areas of ownership, including core HR, organization structures, business processes, the bonus, merit and promotion cycles, and compensation statements. Lead configuration projects — lead Workday configuration work, including new module rollouts, upgrades, and feature adoption tied to the twice-yearly Workday releases. Monitor system health — monitor system health, performance, and security, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance. Security administration — own Workday security configuration for functional areas, managing security groups, roles, and permissions so that proper access controls are enforced, least-privilege is maintained , and segregation-of-duties and audit requirements are met. Process improvement — partner with stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities, and perform gap analyses to enhance system efficiency and user experience. Advanced troubleshooting — provide advanced troubleshooting for configuration issues and data discrepancies, performing root-cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions. Reporting — build, maintain , and optimize Workday reports and calculated fields to support business decisions, and ensure data accuracy across reports and dashboards. Data integrity and compliance — ensure system compliance with relevant regulations, company policies, and audit requirements, and manage security roles and permissions so proper access controls are in place. Mentoring — mentor junior administrators and provide guidance on best practices, and conduct training sessions for People Partners, Finance, and other end-users on new features and capabilities. Stakeholder liaison — serve as a liaison between People Strategy & Culture, Finance, IT, Payroll, and other departments to align business processes with Workday functionality, and support integration colleagues on functional requirements where data feeds are involved. What you will bring to the role Analytical and problem-solving skills to respond to requested changes and identify system configurations. Strong attention to detail. Ability to focus on customer needs and requirements to determine solutions. Strong interpersonal skills; can communicate effectively and build effective relationships. Resourceful in approach to resolving day-to-day system and operational queries. A high degree of integrity, confidentiality, and commitment. Personal accountability and ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines and work without supervision. Your experience Minimum 5 years of hands-on Workday configuration experience on a live tenant. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent experience. Workday certification is highly desirable, particularly in HCM, Security, and Advanced Compensation. Previous experience of deployment of Workday modules. Deep functional expertise in Workday HCM, Advanced Compensation and Security. Strong configuration experience across additional modules such as Recruiting, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, and Performance. Strong understanding of Workday's architecture, business processes,