Workday Lead Consultant

Job Description

About AssistNow :

AssistNow is a Workday-powered AI and SaaS company driving innovation in the HCM and Finance transformation space. We offer robust solutions in Workday AMS, integrations, and optimization, helping global clients realize the full value of their Workday investments.

Role Summary :

We are seeking a Workday Product Lead to join our fast-growing team in Chennai. This is a strategic role that combines deep technical expertise in Workday Integrations with team leadership and internal capability-building . The ideal candidate will not only lead high-impact client-facing projects but also play a key role in upskilling internal teams through structured Workday training programs.

Key Responsibilities :

Client-Facing / Product Leadership :

Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex Workday integrations including EIB, Core Connectors, Workday Studio, PICOF / PECI, and custom reporting.

Act as a solution architect for integration projects, ensuring scalable, high-quality delivery.

Drive Workday AMS initiatives , serving as a subject matter expert for ongoing support, enhancements, and upgrades.

Liaise with clients to gather business requirements, translate them into functional and technical specifications, and ensure smooth delivery.

Own integration landscapes for multiple clients across industries including pharma, energy, healthcare, and BFSI.

Internal Enablement & Training :

Develop and conduct internal Workday training sessions (Studio, Integration Tools, Reporting, Security, etc.) for junior and mid-level consultants.

Create internal training content, documentation, and sandbox use cases to simulate real-world Workday integration scenarios.

Mentor team members through code reviews, performance feedback, and continuous learning initiatives.

Requirements

Experience & Skills :

7+ years of experience in HCM technology with at least 5 years in Workday integrations .

Workday certification in Studio and Core Integrations is preferred but not mandatory. Equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.

Hands-on experience building integrations using Studio, EIB, CCW, PECI, DT, XML / XSLT , and custom reports.

Strong understanding of Workday security, object model , and integration architecture .

Proven track record in leading AMS projects , including production support, defect resolution, and enhancement design.

Previous experience with PeopleSoft HRMS is a plus.

Excellent client-facing skills , with the ability to drive discussions independently.

Strong mentorship and training abilities; prior experience in a training or enablement capacity is highly desirable.

Education :

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

Be part of a high-growth, high-impact Workday-focused company.

Drive innovation across global client accounts and shape internal delivery capabilities.

Opportunity to mentor and build the next generation of Workday consultants.

Flexible hybrid working model and a supportive, collaborative culture.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in HCM technology with at least 5 years in Workday integrations. Certified in Workday Studio and Core Integrations highly preferred. Hands-on experience building integrations using Studio, EIB, CCW, PECI, DT, XML / XSLT, and custom reports. Strong understanding of Workday security, object model, and integration architecture. Proven track record in leading AMS projects, including production support, defect resolution, and enhancement design.