Workday Transformation Project Lead – Program & Stakeholder Management

Unleash Innovation in Enterprise HR Technology — Lead Transformational Change at Scale!

Lisbon-based opportunity with hybrid work model (up to 3 days remote per week).

As a Workday Transformation Project Lead – Program & Stakeholder Management, you will be working for a leading international IT company on a high-impact, enterprise-wide HR technology transformation. You will spearhead the end-to-end delivery of a complex Workday programme focused on revolutionizing Reward Planning & Distribution processes, driving efficiency, data accuracy, and stakeholder alignment across a large organization. This role offers a unique chance to shape the future of HR technology and scale your leadership in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Your main responsibilities:

• Own the delivery and optimization of Workday Reward processes, including salary, bonus, and LTI workflows, dashboards, and reporting.
• Develop and manage comprehensive programme plans, milestones, risk mitigation, and dependencies to ensure timely delivery.
• Act as the primary liaison between senior stakeholders, HR teams, Workday specialists, and technical delivery teams, fostering collaboration and clarity.
• Translate business needs into technical requirements and oversee the execution of configuration, testing, and deployment activities.
• Drive process improvements and support the transition toward a scalable, product-centric HR technology model.
• Identify opportunities for AI and automation to enhance decision-making, efficiency, and user experience within Workday.
• Manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, ensuring momentum and quick resolution of blockers.

You’re ideal for this role if you have:

• At least 5 years of experience managing complex transformation programmes within large enterprise environments.
• Proven expertise in project/programme management, particularly in HR or Workday-related projects.
• Strong understanding of Workday modules, enterprise data, and systems integration concepts.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese, with excellent communication skills.
• Experience working closely with technical teams and translating technical concepts to business stakeholders.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior leadership.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, changing environments.

It is a strong plus if you have: (optional)

• Experience with Workday Compensation or Reward modules.
• Background in HR technology transformation projects.
• Knowledge of AI, GenAI, or automation technologies applied within enterprise settings.
• Experience managing a portfolio of related programmes.

Language Required for the role:

• Fluent in English and Portuguese.

Eligibility for the role:

• Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.

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