Head of HR Technology (Workday)

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

We are currently seeking a Head of Technology (Workday) to join our diverse and dynamic team at ICON. In this role, you will lead the product strategy, roadmap, and evolution of our Workday ecosystem, ensuring the platform delivers measurable business value, scales with organizational growth, and supports an exceptional employee experience.

You will partner closely with Senior HR, IT, and business stakeholders to define and execute a clear product vision, balancing innovation, compliance, and operational excellence across the Workday platform.

What You Will Be Doing

• Owning and executing the product strategy and roadmap for the Workday platform, aligning priorities with business objectives and enterprise HR technology strategy

• Partnering with senior HR and IT stakeholders to identify opportunities where Workday capabilities can address business challenges and enhance the employee and manager experience

• Leading cross-functional teams (HR, IT, vendors, and delivery partners) to design, develop, and launch new Workday functionality and enhancements

• Translating business needs into clear product requirements, epics, and roadmaps while managing trade-offs across scope, timeline, and resources

• Ensuring SOX compliance, data integrity, and adherence to IT Change Control processes across all Workday-related initiatives

• Driving and supporting business cases to secure funding for Workday and HR technology programs

• Providing strategic recommendations on new technologies, Workday features, and integrations to improve platform effectiveness and scalability

• Supporting acquisition activity by ensuring newly acquired companies are efficiently and effectively integrated into the Workday ecosystem

• Managing and prioritizing product backlogs and demand, ensuring work is sequenced in line with stakeholder objectives and resource capacity

• Mentoring and guiding product and HR technology team members, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement

• Staying current on Workday releases, industry trends, and emerging HR technologies to inform product strategy and roadmap decisions
   

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field

• Extensive experience in product management or platform ownership, with a proven track record of delivering complex enterprise solutions

• Hands-on experience leading the design, development, and ongoing evolution of Workday within a large, global, complex organization

• Strong ability to partner with HR leaders to deliver data-driven, customer-focused solutions

• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams in a matrixed environment

• Experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, including prioritization, planning, and coordination across teams

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance strategic vision and execution detail

• Exceptional communication skills, with comfort engaging senior executives and translating technical concepts for diverse audiences

• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Ability to be in Dublin, Ireland office 3 days a week.

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At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.   We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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