Lead Workday Engineer

Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band. 

About Waythrough 

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. 

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community 

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. 

The Lead Workday Engineer serves as the subject matter expert and technical lead for the organisation’s Workday platform. This role ensures the effective configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Workday to support business operations across HR, Finance, and other integrated functions.

The Lead Workday Engineer collaborates with stakeholders to align the Workday system with business objectives, enhance user experience, and support data-driven decision-making.

System Ownership

• Serve in the team for all Workday-related initiatives, configurations, and system upgrades.

• Execution of the Workday roadmap, ensuring alignment with  evolving business needs and strategic objectives.

Configuration & Optimisation 

• Lead the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday modules and enhancements.

• Configure and maintain Workday business processes, security roles, and integrations to ensure optimal system performance.

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including action logs and trackers, to provide real-time visibility into progress.

• Prepare and deliver project status reports and updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Performance

• Actively participate in the Workday Community and stay informed  on new features, best practices, and upcoming releases.

Development and engagement

• Commit to continuous professional development through supervision, performance reviews, and relevant training opportunities

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)

• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%

• Life assurance (3× annual salary)

• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay

• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave

• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications

• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme

• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals

• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus

• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership

• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good

• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility 

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. 

We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme  - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk 

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