Workday FINS/PSA Test Lead

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   WPP is embarking on a major 3-year transformation to simplify, modernise, and unify its technology platforms across the group. This change is critical to: ·       Enable cost-effective transformation and operational efficiency ·       Accelerate adoption of AI, data, and digital platforms ·       Ensure consistent delivery of value and benefits across all agencies and markets ·       Minimise disruption and maximise engagement during large-scale change Workday is a cornerstone of this transformation, providing a single, modern system of record for people data and for driving efficiency through our operations and finance functions. By standardising core processes, improving data quality and enabling better insights, Workday supports consistent ways of working, stronger governance and future‑ready capabilities, while creating the foundation for scalable change, automation and AI‑enabled decision making across WPP. Why we're hiring: We are looking for a Workday Financials Consultant to join our Workday Services team supporting and enhancing our existing Workday deployment. This role and team will grow as we further deploy and expand our Workday Financials coverage across WPP. Reporting to the Workday Financials Product Manager this role is responsible for providing senior levels of technical and process expertise across Workday Financials. Working hand in hand with the wider Workday Services team, you will build relationships with our process owners, Shared Service Centre, and stakeholders as a source of expertise and support for Workday Financials and integrated applications.  What you'll be doing: •    Solution and oversee deployment of Enhancements to our existing Financials deployments •    Diagnose and resolve assigned tickets for Workday Financials and integrated applications •    Investigate any functionality being released/introduced and collaborating with other functional Workday resources •    Maintain expertise on new functionality/features/capabilities in Workday and wider industry/financials/technology trends •    Accountable for maintaining up-to-date process documentation •    Expert in the art of the possible with Workday and providing creative solutions •    Safeguard global design standards and principles against competing requests for change •    Train other members of the team on Workday Financials and associated processes What you'll need: * Workday Financials experience in a complex organization and ability to manage workload and prioritize effectively to meet customer expectations * Ability to accurately collect information to understand and assess the clients’ needs * Excellent finance/accounting knowledge in a global business and ability to communicate with finance colleagues * Understanding of Shared Services operating models * Strong ability to inspire and engage with a diverse team and create an inclusive culture across geographical boundaries * Develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders in WPP ET and across the wider WPP business * Strong technical knowledge of integrations is a plus * Creative solutioning and strong problem-solving skills * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both with technical and non-technical audiences Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day. What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid  We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   Why we're hiring: We are looking for a Workday Financials Senior Consultant to join our Workday Services team supporting and enhancing our existing Workday deployment. This role and team will grow as we further deploy and expand our Workday Financials coverage across WPP. Reporting to the Workday Financials Product Manager this role is responsible for providing senior levels of technical and process expertise across Workday Financials. Working hand in hand with the wider Workday Services team, you will build relationships with our process owners, Shared Service Centre, and stakeholders as a source of expertise and support for Workday Financials and integrated applications. What you'll be doing: * Solution and oversee deployment of Enhancements to our existing Financials deployments * Diagnose and resolve assigned tickets for Workday Financials and integrated applications * Investigate any functionality being released/introduced and collaborating with other functional Workday resources * Maintain expertise on new functionality/features/capabilities in Workday and wider industry/financials/technology trends * Accountable for maintaining up-to-date process documentation * Expert in the art of the possible with Workday and providing creative solutions * Safeguard global design standards and principles against competing requests for change * Train other members of the team on Workday Financials and associated processes. What you'll need: * Workday Financials experience in a complex organization and ability to manage workload and prioritize effectively to meet customer expectations * Ability to accurately collect information to understand and assess the clients’ needs * Excellent finance/accounting knowledge in a global business and ability to communicate with finance colleagues * Understanding of Shared Services operating models * Strong ability to inspire and engage with a diverse team and create an inclusive culture across geographical boundaries * Develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders in WPP ET and across the wider WPP business * Strong technical knowledge Workday Professional Services Automation and integrations is a plus * Creative solutioning and strong problem-solving skills * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both with technical and non-technical audiences Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid  We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   WPP is embarking on a major 3-year transformation to simplify, modernise, and unify its technology platforms across the group. This change is critical to: * Enable cost-effective transformation and operational efficiency * Accelerate adoption of AI, data, and digital platforms * Ensure consistent delivery of value and benefits across all agencies and markets * Minimise disruption and maximise engagement during large-scale change Workday is a cornerstone of this transformation, providing a single, modern system of record for people data and for driving efficiency through our operations and finance functions. By standardising core processes, improving data quality and enabling better insights, Workday supports consistent ways of working, stronger governance and future‑ready capabilities, while creating the foundation for scalable change, automation and AI‑enabled decision making across WPP. Why we're hiring: We are looking for a Workday HCM Analyst with core HCM and absence/time tracking experience to join the Workday Services Team providing post go-live support. Reporting to the Workday Services HCM Lead Analyst, the purpose of the role is to deliver high-quality advice and support across Workday HCM. This will include diagnosis and resolution of issues raised by colleagues, create and maintain organizations & structures, configuration across core HCM, absence, compensation and organizations. This is an exciting and varied role in a dynamic team where you will work with the wider Workday Services Team to provide a world class level of Workday support and development on a day-to-day basis. You will also work with the WPP Workday implementation team and People teams to understand, improve and deliver an efficient and effective solution.   What you'll be doing: * Diagnose and resolve core HCM, absence, compensation and time tracking issues raised by the business * Support data requests and maintenance including rescind, correct and EIBs * Manage tickets from assignment, including P1 or P2 incidents, taking to production, and keeping the requestor informed at all times * Provide functional expertise and guidance to our People teams * Accountable for maintaining up-to-date process documentation * Safeguard global standards and principles against competing requests and priorities * Participate in testing activities as required * Provide creative solutioning for enhancements to our Workday deployment * Maintain expertise on data standards/functionality/features/capabilities in Workday and technology trends What you'll need: * Certified or experienced in Workday core HCM/absence/time tracking/compensation * Takes ownership of queries and successfully resolves * Experience of using Jira, ServiceNow or similar service management software * Effective team player and experience of working with others to achieve a common goal * Excellent listening and communication skills * Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and confident communicator across all mediums * Ability to deliver to deadlines and prioritise effectively * Experience of improving ways of working and processes * Knowledge and experience of cross functional working on both HR and finance processes an advantage   Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid  We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.