Workday Core HCM Compensation Lead
Reference Number: 416278
Posted: 10/27/2026
Job Type: Contract
- Industry: Technology and IT
Our client, one of the Big Four accounting firms is seeking a Workday Core HCM Compensation Lead to join their team. As a Workday Core HCM Compensation Lead, you will be part of the supporting. The ideal candidate will have strong ownership, clear communication, and a commitment to compliant, high-quality HR technology solutions which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title:Workday Core HCM Compensation Lead
Location: Remote
NOTE: Travel to client site in California required one week/month for 3 - 4 days that week
Pay Range: $100/H on W2
What's the Job?
- Configure and support Workday HCM and Compensation modules, including job profiles, organizations, compensation plans, eligibility rules, grades, and structures
- Translate business, policy, and compensation requirements into compliant Workday configurations
- Support design workshops, testing, data validation, and deployment activities
- Partner with HR, compensation, and payroll stakeholders to resolve issues and optimize solutions
- Maintain integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold a respectful and courteous work environment
What's Needed?
- Certified in both Core HCM and Compensation required
- Minimum 2 implementations led required
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field from an accredited college/university preferred
- State & Local Government experience preferred
- Knowledge of California state laws, policies, and regulations preferred
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to lead Workday Core HCM and Compensation configuration that directly supports HR and compensation operations
- Collaboration with HR, compensation, and payroll stakeholders to resolve issues and improve solutions
- Hands-on involvement across design, testing, data validation, and deployment activities
- Professional environment focused on integrity, respect, and accountability
- Work on a mission-critical Workday implementation supporting a client in California
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
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