At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.
We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.
Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.
As a Workday HCM Associate Architect in Kainos, you’ll be fully accountable for the quality of how we deliver Workday deployments across your capability or capabilities. You’ll use your expertise to engage directly with customers on implementation projects across methodologies: Launch, Launch Express, and/or Your Way.
You’ll be key to developing the capability in your area and/or your local region and in developing and mentoring junior talent on projects. As an HCM Lead, you’ll share knowledge and direct thought leadership both internally and externally.
MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:
- 5+ years of experience as an HCM Lead for Workday implementations (with focuses on HCM, Core Compensation)
- Deep knowledge of Workday HCM core modules; experience with additional modules like Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, or Talent is a plus.
- Manage system configuration, security, and business process design for HCM and Core Compensation
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Experience with Workday Report Writer, EIBs, calculated fields, and security setup
- Exceptional understanding of and experience in Workday delivery methodologies
- Excellent customer management experience working with stakeholders at all levels in customer organizations with the ability to formally present to client audiences
- Able, if required, to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out of region travel may also be required)
- Ability to work with different functional & technical consultants to understand cross functional dimensions of Workday configuration
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
REQUIRED:
- Workday certification in HCM, Core Compensation, and one other specialty with a preference on Advanced Compensation
At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.
Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.
We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience as an HCM Lead for Workday implementations (focus on HCM, Core Compensation)
- Deep knowledge of Workday HCM core modules
- Experience with Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, or Talent modules
- Manage system configuration, security, and business process design for HCM and Core Compensation
- Experience with Workday Report Writer, EIBs, calculated fields, and security setup
- Exceptional understanding of and experience in Workday delivery methodologies
- Excellent customer management experience and ability to present to client audiences
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Ability to work with different functional and technical consultants to understand cross-functional configuration
- Able to travel to customer sites in the same region (minimal out-of-region travel may be required)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Workday certification in HCM, Core Compensation, and one other specialty (preference for Advanced Compensation)
Kainos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kainos and has not been reviewed or approved by Kainos.
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Healthcare Strength — Private healthcare, access to trained counsellors/EAP, and broader wellbeing initiatives are prominently offered across regions. Company materials frame support across emotional, physical, social, career and financial wellbeing, with UK references to Bupa coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Hybrid/flexible hours, generous vacation packages, and parental leave are emphasized in careers materials. Some regions also highlight volunteering time and flexibility that support work–life balance.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Annual share awards and employee share plans (e.g., free shares, Sharesave) are widely promoted, with cash equivalents where plans aren’t available. These programs broaden ownership participation beyond base pay.
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What We Do
At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people’s lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow. Our two specialist business areas, Digital Services and the Workday Practice, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day.
