APAC Regional Head

The APAC Regional Head will be responsible for ensuring the successful 
implementation of the Workday solution on all projects within a defined region. 
The APAC Regional Head will serve in an advisory role on Workday 
deployments and ensure success by working collaboratively with the Client’s 
executives/project manager(s) and Cognizant Engagement Managers to resolve issues that stand in the way of project success. This position will also be responsible for building executive level relationships with key Workday 
representatives in the region, partnering with Sales in region, and provide 
oversight, mentoring, guidance, and career counsel to Engagement Managers, 
Engagement Directors and Portfolio Directors. 
Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for building and managing regional Workday practice including 
successful project services delivery, business development, intellectual 
capital development along with project staff selection and development. 
• This position will add value to Cognizant by achieving defined successful 
outcomes for clients, meeting budgeted revenue, achieving high level of client 
satisfaction, and assisting Sales organization business development activities 
within the region. 
• Oversight responsibility for multiple Workday deployments in region and serve 
as Executive Sponsor on identified projects 
• Responsible for key performance metrics for the professional service 
operations in the region that includes top line revenue, margin, utilization, 
client satisfaction, and client reference ability. 
• Work with the client and project teams to identify/resolve all issues that could 
impact project success, including service delivery, contracts, scope and/or 
timeframes by serving as escalation point for issues beyond project team 
authority. 
• Directly manage Engagement Managers/Directors within identified region. 
• Ensure projects are properly planned and staffed and delivered within 
contractual terms. 
• Review and assist Sales in development of proposals and work scopes for 
technical integrity, inclusion of best practice approach, quantification of risk, 
and strategic direction prior to presentation to client.  
• Lead and assist with continuous growth of business through innovative 
solutions delivered in a repeatable, scalable, and cost-effective manner. 

Skills & Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience 
• Experience in Professional Services Delivery, Program and Project 
management, client relationship management with demonstrated 
achievement in successfully implementing and managing Cloud, SaaS, ERP 
or applications such as Workday, Oracle, ADP, PeopleSoft, Lawson Software 
for medium to large clients across multiple industries.  Specifically: 
• Minimum 1o years of extensive client interface experience in consulting and 
professional services, or similar position 
• 8+ years project/program management experience with HCM, payroll or 
financial implementations for medium and larger, complex organizations 
• At least 6 years of enterprise - class software solution deployment experience 
• At least 3+ years’ experience working in fast paced, growing, professional 
services organization with previous direct billable consulting service track 
record 
• Working knowledge with at least two of the following business areas: Human 
Resources, PMO, Benefits, Payroll, General Ledger or Accounts 
Payable/Receivable, Online technologies, Business Process, or change 
management 
• Demonstrated success in a leadership capacity of a professional service 
delivery and/or operations management 
• Successful candidates have a balance of functional (business), technical 
experience and business development  
• Strong personal leadership and management skills and skilled at leading and 
motivating teams 
• Excellent business acumen and track record of successfully supporting sales 
organizations in partnership with delivering services 

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Why choose Cognizant:

• Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas
• Opportunity to do great work
• Outreach programs that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit
• Learning opportunities to help current needs and advancement
• Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific
• An abundance of Affinity groups to meet your needs

Cognizant Core Values:

• Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other’s strengths to win as a team.
• Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver.
• Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what’s possible.
• Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice.
• Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community.