Job Description

As a Workday HC IT Expert, you will be responsible for shaping and driving our global Human Capital (HC) system landscape. You will work closely with global HR stakeholders and cross-functional IT teams to implement, enhance, and support Workday across all Advantest regions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an international environment, enjoys complex problem-solving, and brings deep Workday experience.

Responsibilities:

• Lead global implementations, enhancements, and optimization initiatives for Workday HC modules.
• Translate global HR business requirements into functional Workday solutions and system configurations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Workday HC across all regions, ensuring consistency, compliance, and system integrity.
• Collaborate with global HR and cross-functional teams to support business processes, integrations, and reporting needs.
• Manage Workday releases, system upgrades, and roadmap planning.
• Provide high-level troubleshooting support for complex issues and coordinate resolution with global teams and external partners.
• Maintain documentation, test scripts, training materials, and process maps.
• Support global HR transformation efforts, ensuring strong alignment between business needs and system capabilities.
• Partner with IT Security and Compliance to ensure Workday adheres to global privacy and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Workday Implementation & Optimization
• Lead and support end to end Workday HC module implementations, enhancements, and rollouts in a global enterprise environment.
• Translate global HR business requirements into scalable Workday configurations and solutions.
• Manage system upgrades, new feature releases, and roadmap planning for HR applications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and enhance user experience.

Global System Ownership
• Act as a subject matter expert for Workday HC across all global regions.
• Ensure system design adheres to global standards while meeting local regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Workday data integrity, security, and compliance across multiple regions and business units.
• Collaborate with global Workday tenants, ensuring alignment across time zones and functional teams.

Stakeholder Engagement & Support
• Partner closely with HR, Payroll, IT Security, and Finance teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Provide expert-level support for complex inquiries, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Facilitate cross functional workshops, system demos, and end user training sessions.
• Maintain strong relationships with external consultants, vendors, and implementation partners.

Project & Change Management
• Lead and participate in global HR IT projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Prepare documentation, process maps, test scripts, and cutover plans.
• Support change management activities, communication, and adoption strategies for end users.
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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Business Informatics, HR Systems, or equivalent field.
• Workday certifications are an advantage.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Workday, including configuration of core HC modules (Core HR, Absence, Compensation, Recruiting, Talent, Reporting).
• Proven experience implementing Workday in a global enterprise environment and supporting multi-country deployments.
• Strong understanding of HR business processes and global HR operating models.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones and cultures.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination capabilities.