[Remote] Healthcare - HCM and Compensation Principal Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Workday is a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents. They are seeking a Healthcare Principal Consultant responsible for the successful implementation of Workday’s HR solutions for healthcare customers, ensuring best practices and effective project management throughout the deployment process. Responsibilities • You are an expert in understanding and implementing the HCM and Core Compensation product suites and mentor other consultants ramping into these product areas • Provide healthcare industry perspective for customer business requirements ensuring leading practices are maintained to reflect new industry requirements and trends • Understand Workday’s Implementation Methodology and use it on all engagements • Participate in regular training to expand product knowledge with each new Workday release • Attend and lead events to share experience and solutions with other consultants; acting as a mentor and coach • Communicate status to multiple Engagement Managers on different projects to keep them informed of overall project status, risks, and major decisions. Giving recommendations on impacts to overall project health • Share knowledge gained with the all other consultants and the wider partner ecosystem Skills • 7+ years of hands-on functional experience with HCM systems, with a specific focus on Core HCM and Compensation modules • Experience with Recruiting, Learning, and/or Talent modules is a significant plus • 7+ years consulting experience • Proven technical experience, from requirements gathering and solution design through to system building, data conversion, and testing • Significant experience working directly in or with the healthcare industry • Strong business consulting and strategic acumen, with a deep understanding of market trends and the competitive landscape • Proven ability to quickly learn new technology and develop comprehensive product knowledge • Excellent time management and organizational skills, enabling prioritization and managing of multiple initiatives • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor your style to diverse audiences • Demonstrated ability to influence and manage relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams • Strong mentorship and partnership skills, with a focus on encouraging a collaborative and positive environment • Comprehensive product knowledge, including a thorough understanding of product features, benefits, applications, and market positioning, is essential • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are a must, including active listening and the ability to tailor communication style to diverse audiences • Strong industry knowledge is essential, including staying abreast of current trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environments to contribute to strategic planning, risk management, and identifying new opportunities • Strong influencing skills, including persuasive communication and the ability to drive consensus and effectively collaborate with stakeholders • Exceptional relationship management skills are crucial, with a focus on building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and colleagues to foster collaboration, loyalty, and a positive work environment • Proven mentorship skills, with the ability to foster individual growth and development through effective communication, constructive feedback, and goal setting, are highly valued • Proven ability to effectively gather and analyze requirements through various techniques, ensuring project clarity and alignment with stakeholder needs, is critical • Strong solutions design skills, with the ability to analyze business challenges and develop effective solutions that leverage technology and optimize resources, are highly desired • Expertise in strategic business consulting, including market analysis, financial acumen, and strategic planning, to drive organizational growth and performance, is strongly desired • Excellent task management skills, with a proven ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks effectively to enhance workflow and productivity, are essential • Exceptional teamwork skills, including collaboration, communication, and contributing to a positive and productive work environment, are vital • Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, organize, and effectively manage workload to meet deadlines and enhance productivity, are key to success in this role • Ability to travel up to 50% to customer sites Benefits • Workday Bonus Plan • Annual refresh stock grants Company Overview • Workday provides SaaS-based enterprise solutions for a company's human resources and financial management activities. It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in Pleasanton, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Workday has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 331 in 2025, 388 in 2024, 262 in 2023, 503 in 2022, 290 in 2021, 229 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job