Workday Data Migration Project Manager (Contract)
About the role
Workday Data Migration Project Manager (Contract)
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid/On-site as required) Duration: Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension
Rate: Competitive hourly rate (DOE)
We are seeking an experienced Workday Data Migration Project Manager to lead the data migration workstream for a large-scale Workday implementation. This is a client-facing leadership role requiring someone who has successfully delivered multiple end-to-end Workday data migration projects within complex enterprise environments. This opportunity is best suited to a seasoned Workday professional who can provide strong governance, stakeholder management, and delivery oversight while ensuring successful execution of the data migration strategy.
Important: Candidates must have extensive, hands-on Workday Data Migration Project Management experience. Applicants without relevant Workday Data Migration implementation experience cannot be considered for this contract opportunity. Please note: We are recruiting directly for this role. No bench recruiters or third-party candidate submissions, please.
Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end Workday Data Migration workstream throughout the implementation lifecycle. Develop and manage the overall data migration strategy, plan, and delivery. Provide leadership and oversight across data extraction, cleansing, transformation, validation, reconciliation, testing, and production deployment. Coordinate cross-functional teams including HR, IT, Workday functional consultants, integration teams, and business stakeholders. Manage project governance, risks, issues, dependencies, and reporting. Drive stakeholder engagement and communicate effectively with senior client leadership. Ensure project milestones, quality standards, and delivery timelines are achieved. Establish and maintain appropriate project controls and governance throughout the engagement. Essential Experience Extensive Workday Data Migration Project Management experience is essential. Proven experience leading end-to-end Workday implementation projects with responsibility for the data migration workstream. Demonstrated success delivering Workday implementations within large enterprise organisations. Strong understanding of Workday data conversion and migration methodologies. Experience managing complex stakeholder environments. Excellent leadership, communication, and customer-facing skills. Strong governance, project controls, and risk management experience. Desirable Experience Consulting background (highly advantageous). Experience working with global or multi-country Workday implementations. Familiarity with Workday deployment methodologies and enterprise delivery frameworks.
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About Focus on WD
Focus on WD: Your Trusted Partner in Workday Recruitment
We are 100% dedicated to recruitment within the Workday ecosystem and proud to be an official Workday Staffing Partner. This seal of approval ensures that we understand the market inside and out.
Expertise in Workday Recruitment
Our specialty is connecting experienced professionals skilled in Workday HCM and Workday Financials with Workday Customers and Accredited Partners, for both contract and permanent roles.
More Than Just "Bums on Seats"
We don't just fill positions; we consult at every stage of your recruitment process, providing quality candidate profiles that perfectly match your needs.
Global Reach, Local Touch
As one of the fastest-growing specialist international recruitment consultancies, we serve North America, the UK, and Europe. Our goal isn't to be the biggest, but to deliver a service so exceptional that you recommend us. See how we're doing so far: https://www.focuscloudgroup.org/testimonials/
Get in Touch
For hiring or career opportunities within the Workday space, contact us at +44 203 800 0785 info@focuscloudgroup.org www.focuscloudgroup.org
Part of Focus Cloud Group
Focus on WD is a proud member of the Focus Cloud Group, a collection of dedicated cloud recruitment brands. We offer a wide array of recruitment solutions designed to streamline your processes and maximize efficiency. Whether you need support with Workday®, Microsoft, SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, or Dayforce© (or a combination of them all), we have the expertise and 15+ years of experience to meet your requirements.
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Workday Data Migration Project Manager (Contract)
About the role
Workday Data Migration Project Manager (Contract)
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid/On-site as required) Duration: Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension
Rate: Competitive hourly rate (DOE)
We are seeking an experienced Workday Data Migration Project Manager to lead the data migration workstream for a large-scale Workday implementation. This is a client-facing leadership role requiring someone who has successfully delivered multiple end-to-end Workday data migration projects within complex enterprise environments. This opportunity is best suited to a seasoned Workday professional who can provide strong governance, stakeholder management, and delivery oversight while ensuring successful execution of the data migration strategy.
Important: Candidates must have extensive, hands-on Workday Data Migration Project Management experience. Applicants without relevant Workday Data Migration implementation experience cannot be considered for this contract opportunity. Please note: We are recruiting directly for this role. No bench recruiters or third-party candidate submissions, please.
Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end Workday Data Migration workstream throughout the implementation lifecycle. Develop and manage the overall data migration strategy, plan, and delivery. Provide leadership and oversight across data extraction, cleansing, transformation, validation, reconciliation, testing, and production deployment. Coordinate cross-functional teams including HR, IT, Workday functional consultants, integration teams, and business stakeholders. Manage project governance, risks, issues, dependencies, and reporting. Drive stakeholder engagement and communicate effectively with senior client leadership. Ensure project milestones, quality standards, and delivery timelines are achieved. Establish and maintain appropriate project controls and governance throughout the engagement. Essential Experience Extensive Workday Data Migration Project Management experience is essential. Proven experience leading end-to-end Workday implementation projects with responsibility for the data migration workstream. Demonstrated success delivering Workday implementations within large enterprise organisations. Strong understanding of Workday data conversion and migration methodologies. Experience managing complex stakeholder environments. Excellent leadership, communication, and customer-facing skills. Strong governance, project controls, and risk management experience. Desirable Experience Consulting background (highly advantageous). Experience working with global or multi-country Workday implementations. Familiarity with Workday deployment methodologies and enterprise delivery frameworks.
Not the right fit? Search for Workday Data Migration Project Manager jobs in Canada
About Focus on WD
Focus on WD: Your Trusted Partner in Workday Recruitment
We are 100% dedicated to recruitment within the Workday ecosystem and proud to be an official Workday Staffing Partner. This seal of approval ensures that we understand the market inside and out.
Expertise in Workday Recruitment
Our specialty is connecting experienced professionals skilled in Workday HCM and Workday Financials with Workday Customers and Accredited Partners, for both contract and permanent roles.
More Than Just "Bums on Seats"
We don't just fill positions; we consult at every stage of your recruitment process, providing quality candidate profiles that perfectly match your needs.
Global Reach, Local Touch
As one of the fastest-growing specialist international recruitment consultancies, we serve North America, the UK, and Europe. Our goal isn't to be the biggest, but to deliver a service so exceptional that you recommend us. See how we're doing so far: https://www.focuscloudgroup.org/testimonials/
Get in Touch
For hiring or career opportunities within the Workday space, contact us at +44 203 800 0785 info@focuscloudgroup.org www.focuscloudgroup.org
Part of Focus Cloud Group
Focus on WD is a proud member of the Focus Cloud Group, a collection of dedicated cloud recruitment brands. We offer a wide array of recruitment solutions designed to streamline your processes and maximize efficiency. Whether you need support with Workday®, Microsoft, SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, or Dayforce© (or a combination of them all), we have the expertise and 15+ years of experience to meet your requirements.