[Remote] Workday - Senior Consultant, HCM (Higher Education)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Avaap is seeking an experienced Workday Senior Consultant, HCM Core, Compensation & Recruiting to join our growing Workday practice with a focus on Higher Education clients. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to clients by supporting Workday HCM implementations and optimizations across Higher Education environments.ResponsibilitiesProvide functional support and consulting expertise for Workday HCM Core, Compensation, and Recruiting client engagementsLead assigned HCM workstreams, functional areas, or small project teams as appropriatePartner with Higher Education clients to review requirements, validate business processes, and recommend solutions aligned to institutional needs and Workday best practicesConfigure, test, troubleshoot, and support Workday HCM Core, Compensation, and Recruiting functionalitySupport design and configuration for HCM foundations, supervisory organizations, staffing models, position management, job profiles, business processes, security considerations, compensation plans, compensation eligibility, recruiting workflows, candidate management, and offer processesReview and assess existing client configurations and recommend enhancements, optimizations, and process improvements across HCM Core, Compensation, and RecruitingAdvise clients on configuration impacts, dependencies, and upstream and downstream considerations across HCM, Compensation, Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, Security, and ReportingSupport testing cycles, defect resolution, deployment activities, and post-go-live stabilizationCreate and maintain project deliverables, including configuration documentation, design materials, test support materials, issue logs, and knowledge transfer documentationCollaborate effectively with cross-functional functional and technical teamsManage multiple client priorities and deliverables while communicating risks, progress, and dependencies clearlyContribute to continuous improvement efforts, reusable assets, and knowledge sharing across the Workday practiceSkillsActive Workday HCM certification requiredStrong experience configuring and supporting Workday HCM Core, Compensation, and RecruitingExperience supporting Workday implementation, optimization, enhancement, or post-production support engagements for Higher Education clientsAbility to independently manage client-facing responsibilities and prioritiesStrong understanding of upstream and downstream impacts across Workday HCM, Compensation, Recruiting, Payroll, Benefits, Security, Reporting, and IntegrationsDemonstrated ability to facilitate client conversations and translate Higher Education business requirements into Workday solutionsStrong testing, documentation, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work effectively across multiple concurrent client initiativesExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex topics clearly to non-technical usersMust have excellent verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to communicate effectivelyMust be able to perform work indoors and remain stationary at a computerAbility to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environmentPassion for exceptional customer service and collaborationAbility to work remotely or out of one of Avaap's physical office locationsCurrent permanent U.S. work authorization requiredWorkday Compensation and/or Recruiting certification strongly preferredDeep experience supporting Higher Education clients, including colleges, universities, academic medical centers, or university systemsPrevious Workday consulting experienceExperience within Workday AMS, post-production support, implementation, or optimization environments for Higher Education clientsFunctional experience in Higher Education HCM areas such as: Academic appointments and administrative workforce structures, Position management and staffing models, Job profiles, job families, and job architecture, Faculty, staff, student worker, and contingent worker populations, Compensation plans, eligibility rules, merit processes, allowances, and one-time payments, Recruiting workflows, candidate management, job requisitions, offers, and onboarding handoffs, HCM business processes, approvals, condition rules, security impacts, and reporting dependenciesExperience reviewing Workday release functionality and recommending client-specific enhancementsStrong relationship-building skills and a passion for exceptional customer serviceBenefitsOpen PTOCompetitive vision, dental, and medical, including fertility coveragePaid parental leave401(k) matchCompany-paid disability and life benefitsEmployee Assistance Program, including behavioral health servicesFitness stipendCompany OverviewAvaap is a technology and management consulting firm that helps organizations modernize systems, transform processes, and drive meaningful outcomes. It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, US, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.avaap.com.