Types of Workday HCM Roles

1. Workday Functional Consultant:
   1. Deeply understands Workday HCM modules and how they map to business processes.
   2. Gathers client requirements, translates them into Workday configurations, and designs solutions.
   3. Tests and troubleshoots configurations.
   4. May specialize in specific HCM areas (Talent Management, Payroll, Benefits, etc.).
2. Workday Implementation Consultant:
   1. Guides clients through the entire Workday implementation process, from requirements gathering to deployment and ongoing support.
   2. Works closely with functional consultants for specialized configurations.
   3. Manages project timelines, budgets, and client expectations.
3. Workday HCM Analyst:
   1. Analyzes business needs and HR processes to identify how they can be optimized within the Workday system.
   2. Works with functional consultants to suggest configuration or process improvements.
   3. May be involved in data reporting, testing, and system maintenance.
4. Workday Report Writer:
   1. Specializes in creating custom reports using Workday’s reporting tools.
   2. Designs and builds reports that deliver valuable HR insights to the business.
   3. Understands data structures within Workday and can extract relevant information.
5. Workday Integration Consultant:
   1. Ensures Workday smoothly interacts with other enterprise systems (benefits providers, payroll systems, etc.)
   2. Maps data flows between systems and develops integrations.
   3. Tests integration points and provides troubleshooting support.
6. Workday Support Specialist:
   1. Provides end-user support and resolves functional issues users might face within the system.
   2. Documents common issues and creates knowledge-based articles.
   3. Works with development teams to escalate bugs or enhancement requests.
7. Workday System Administrator:
   1. Handles the overall administration of the Workday system.
   2. Manages user security roles, business process changes, and system updates.
   3. Works closely with functional consultants to maintain system integrity.