Workday Integrations Manager

The Manager, Workday Integrations Consulting Services is responsible for leading the successful delivery of Workday integration engagements across multiple clients and projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes across implementation and post-production phases. This role combines hands-on delivery leadership, stakeholder management, and team oversight, working closely with Engagement Managers, architects, and client stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable integration solutions and ensure consistent delivery excellence. **Responsibilities:** Project & Delivery Leadership * Lead and oversee delivery of Workday integration solutions across HCM, Payroll, and Financials, ensuring quality, scalability, and performance. * Drive execution across full lifecycle delivery including design, build, test, deployment, and post-production support. * Partner with Engagement Managers to proactively manage project risks, issues, and dependencies. * Provide direction on integration strategies, design approaches, and best practices aligned to client requirements. * Ensure delivery alignment with established methodologies, governance, and architecture standards. Solution Oversight & Technical Leadership * Review and validate integration designs (Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, REST/SOAP) to ensure robustness and scalability. * Provide hands-on guidance to teams on complex integrations, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation. * Ensure integration patterns, error handling, and data flows are aligned to best practice. * Act as a senior escalation point for technical delivery challenges. Client & Stakeholder Management * Build and manage strong client relationships across business and IT stakeholders. * Facilitate key discussions including design workshops, delivery reviews, and issue resolution sessions. * Ensure transparency in delivery status, risks, and outcomes. * Act as an escalation point to maintain client confidence and satisfaction. Resource & Delivery Management * Manage resource allocation and utilisation across projects to meet delivery and commercial targets. * Monitor pipeline and forecast demand to ensure effective workforce planning. * Align team skills and project needs to ensure optimal delivery outcomes. People Leadership & Development * Lead, mentor, and coach consultants on delivery execution, technical capabilities, and client engagement. * Support development through shadowing, feedback, and continuous learning. * Drive a delivery-focused, high-performance culture within the team. Quality & Delivery Excellence * Ensure consistency and quality across deliverables including designs, builds, and documentation. * Drive adoption of delivery frameworks, accelerators, and reusable assets. * Contribute to continuous improvement of integration delivery practices. Business Development Support * Support sales activities including estimation validation, solution input, and SOW reviews. * Participate in proposals, orals, and solution discussions where required. * Identify opportunities for additional client value and service expansion. **Requirements:** * Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 5+ years’ experience in Workday integrations, with a strong focus on delivery and implementation. * Proven experience leading multiple concurrent projects or workstreams in a consulting environment. * Strong hands-on knowledge of Workday integration technologies (Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, PECI, RaaS, REST/SOAP). * Experience translating business requirements into scalable integration solutions. * Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders, facilitate workshops, and drive delivery outcomes. * Strong understanding of integration frameworks, patterns, and data flows. * Experience supporting sales pursuits, estimations, and SOW development. * Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. * Minimal travel required, but must be willing to travel on‑site as needed * **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** #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.