Workday Product Owner

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Base pay range Role Overview : We're currently partnering with an innovative PE backed global payments and software organisation in their search for an experienced Workday Product Owner, to support their operations in Galway, Ireland.

This business is seeking a hands-on, delivery-focused HR Tech Solutions Product Owner to lead the design, configuration, and continuous improvement of its Workday platform and broader HR technology landscape.

The role works closely with the Workday SME, HR teams, IT, and external partners to ensure system changes are delivered effectively, accurately, and on time.

This is a critical execution role requiring strong functional expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to translate business requirements into scalable system solutions.

Key Responsibilities : Workday Delivery & Execution : Owns the delivery and execution of Workday system changes, configurations, and enhancements across multiple modules (e.g., Core HCM, Compensation, Absence, Recruiting, Talent, Learning).

Requirements Translation : Translates HR and business requirements into functional designs and configurations, working closely with the Workday SME and stakeholders to deliver effective solutions.

Project Management : Manages the end-to-end lifecycle of system changes and related projects, including requirements gathering, configuration, testing, documentation, training, deployment, and budget oversight.

Hands-On Configuration : Directly configures Workday, including business processes, security roles, calculated fields, condition rules, and reporting.

Integration & Vendor Coordination : Partners with IT and vendors to manage integrations, data loads, security updates, and system performance.

Release Management : Supports Workday release cycles, analysing new features, assessing impacts, leading testing, and driving the adoption of relevant functionality.

System Support : Provides day-to-day support and troubleshooting, working closely with HR Operations to resolve system issues promptly.

Governance & Compliance : Maintains system documentation, data integrity controls, audit logs, and compliance standards, ensuring robust change management processes for all system updates.

Experience & Skills Required : Significant hands-on Workday configuration experience across multiple modules, with a focus on building and configuring, not just oversight.

Proven track record of delivering system changes and enhancements in Workday within a global or multi-country environment.

Deep understanding of HR processes, data structures, security models, and system dependencies.

Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with HR, IT, vendors, and stakeholders.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.

Comfortable managing multiple priorities, delivering under tight timelines, and addressing issues proactively.

Workday certifications or advanced configuration training strongly preferred.

Experience in agile or iterative delivery environments is desirable.

This business is on a journey of significant global growth, expanding its integrated payment solutions across Retail and Hospitality.

With strong backing and a clear mission to simplify and secure the payments experience, it offers an exciting environment for those looking to make an impact within a high-growth, customer-focused organisation.

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