Workday Data Principal Consultant

Cognizant Workday Practice is seeking a Principal Data Consultant experienced in Human Capital Management. As a Principal Data Consultant you will guide clients through the transformation, implementation and operation phases of a Workday implementation. This role is best suited for self-starters who are eager to work across a range of customers and dive headfirst into all phases of Workday system implementations. We provide world-class, on-the-job training and an incredibly supportive network of mentors. Join our dedicated team of experienced Workday implementation professionals and become part of our dynamic, fast-paced, transformation consulting practice. Responsibilities: • Become a Workday HCM and Data expert with knowledge of design, configuration, testing, and implementation • Partner closely with your team and customers to achieve excellence in each phase of your projects • Learn to use the Workday tools of iLoad, EIB, Object Transporter, Advanced Load, and Migration Recipe to do tenant to tenant migrations • Design and generate data tracking and monitoring tools, and develop reports with accurate, easy to read, useful information • Utilize your technical aptitude to convert and map data sources into data conversion templates via iLoads • Guide clients through the data extract and cleansing process, including loading customer data, moving configuration from tenant to tenant, and configuring business processes and security • Create ETL scripts to transform and load data, and create strategies to improve and normalize client data • Support the validation of data loaded into Workday • Regularly engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday HCM solution • Perform multiple tasks under limited direction, while regularly keeping the client, your project team and your Engagement Manager abreast of changes or progress related to the project • Actively participate in update training and internal opportunities to share one's skills and learnings with others within the organization Skills & Requirements: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, MIS, or related field • 2-5 years ERP Data Conversion or HCM implementation experience • 2-5 years Workday HCM experience highly desired • Certified in PRISM and Reporting highly desired • Eligible for SC Clearance - you must have been a UK resident for the last five years and be legally entitled to work in the UK • Experience with data conversion, data mining, and data loading • Advanced experience of Excel • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Strong communication and presentation skills • Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment #LI-Remote Why choose Cognizant: • Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas • Opportunity to do great work • Outreach programs that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit • Learning opportunities to help current needs and advancement • Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific • An abundance of Affinity groups to meet your needs Cognizant Core Values: • Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other's strengths to win as a team. • Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver. • Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what's possible. • Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice. • Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community. Apply tot his job