Meridian Partners - Workday HCM Solution Architect
Requirements
• 10+ years of HRIS or ERP experience, including 5+ years of Workday delivery. • Proven experience as a Workday Solution Architect, Functional Architect. • Core HCM (strong) • Time Tracking (advanced rules and costing) • U.S. Payroll (end to end processing and testing) • Absence & Leave • Benefits & Compensation • Strong public sector implementation experience (state, local government, or K 12) • Demonstrated ability to design complex solutions, lead teams, and present confidently to executives • Workday Core HCM (required) • Workday US Payroll • Workday Time Tracking • Workday Recruiting • Workday Learning • Pay Transparency • Pay Transparency • Compensation for roles at Meridian varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific practice, role, skillset, and level of experience. As required by law, Meridian provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired. • Base Salary Range is $170,000 to $220,000 plus bonus is available for this specific role.
Responsibilities
• Solution Architecture & Design Leadership • Own the end-to-end functional solution architecture for one or more Workday workstreams (HCM, Time Tracking, Payroll) across multiple clients • Translate complex business and regulatory requirements into cohesive, scalable Workday solution designs • Lead architecture and design workshops, guiding clients toward supportable solutions aligned with Workday best practices • Anticipate cross module dependencies and downstream impacts across HCM, Absence, Recruiting, Time, Benefits, Compensation, and Payroll • Serve as the functional authority and escalation point for complex solution and design decisions • Validate that solutions meet business needs while remaining configurable, auditable, and sustainable • Public Sector & Compliance Expertise • Union contracts and collective bargaining agreements • Retroactive pay, step progressions, and off cycle payrolls • Complex time, overtime, premium pay, and leave rules • Statutory, regulatory, and audit requirements • Partner closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and governance stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance • Client Advisory & Executive Presence • Act as the primary Solution Architect and client‑facing lead for your workstream • Build trusted advisor relationships with client executives (CHRO, CFO, CIO) • Clearly explain solution designs, tradeoffs, risks, and recommendations in executive‑ready language • Support steering committee meetings, executive reviews, and key decision forums • Balance client preferences with Workday‑recommended patterns and long‑term supportability • Quality, Governance & Risk Management • Review and approve key design and delivery artifacts, including design documentation, configuration workbooks, and testing strategies • Ensure strong design governance and adherence to Meridian delivery standards • Proactively identify and surface risks related to data, compliance, integrations, and downstream processes • Support clean, well‑governed transitions to post‑production and support teams • Team Leadership & Mentorship • Lead and mentor Functional Leads and Consultants across HCM, Time Tracking, and Payroll • Coach junior consultants through complex problem‑solving and solution design • Provide clear architectural direction while empowering teams to execute effectively • Promote collaboration across workstreams delivery is never done in isolation • Contribute to reusable accelerators, templates, and intellectual property • Growth & Firm Contribution • Participate in pre‑sales solutioning, estimates, and client presentations • Support interviews, onboarding, and practice growth initiatives • Contribute thought leadership related to public sector and K‑12 Workday delivery • Help shape how Meridian continues to grow with discipline and intention
Benefits
• 🌟 A collaborative, people-first culture🌟 Generous time off and flexible remote environment🌟 401(k) with company match that immediately vests🌟 Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision, caregiver/adoption support, financial coaching, EAP🌟 Company-paid life insurance • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. No third-party agencies or submissions will be accepted. • Applicants have rights under the following Federal Employment Laws: Family Medical Leave Act , U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
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