Workday Time and Absence Consultant - Contract

Position Title: Workday Time and Absence Consultant Total year of Experience: 8+Years Contract Duration: 6 months+ Work Location / Remote: offshore Work Timings: UK Shift 2 PM TO 11 PM. Workday Functional Lead – Time & Absence We are seeking a highly experienced Workday Functional Lead with deep expertise in Time Tracking and Absence Management to support the design, configuration, and optimization of global workforce solutions. This role will serve as a subject matter expert in Time & Absence, leading requirements gathering, solution design, and implementation of scalable, compliant programs across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, configuration, and ongoing optimization of Workday Time Tracking and Absence modules, with a strong focus on Time Off Plans and Leave of Absence programs. Partner with HR and business stakeholders to gather, interpret, and translate requirements into effective system configurations, ensuring alignment with business policies and regulatory needs. Configure and maintain Holiday Calendars, accrual schedules, eligibility rules, and leave programs, ensuring accuracy and scalability across regions and employee populations. Provide expert guidance on best practices, design alternatives, and process improvements related to time and absence management. Support end-to-end implementation activities, including configuration, testing (SIT/UAT), deployment, and post-go-live support. Additional Responsibilities: Configure and maintain Core HCM, with working knowledge of related modules such as Compensation, Recruiting, and Security. Develop and support integrations using EIB (inbound/outbound), Core Connectors, and basic Workday Studio capabilities. Design and deliver advanced reporting and analytics, including calculated fields, dashboards,