Company overview
We are Scalable Global Solutions JSC, a Croatian-based company shaping the Future of Work. Through DaaS (Department as a Solution), SGS enables international organisations to select, create, implement, manage, operate, and relocate their teams and departments to Croatia.
We are seeking an experienced EMEA HCM Lead to join our partner's team. Our client operates in the HR technology space and provides implementation and managed services for enterprise-level HR systems, supporting clients across multiple regions. Their solutions help organisations optimise People & Culture operations, enable data-driven processes, and deploy scalable HR technologies across global environments.
| Position Title | Workday HCM Lead – EMEA |
| Level | Mid-Level Management |
| Language Skills | English (C1) |
| Professional Skills | Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience implementing or managing Workday HCM modules. |
| Location | Zagreb, Croatia |
| Education (min) | Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Computer Science, or a related field. |
| Willingess to Travel (%) | 20 |
| Reports to | Headof Project |
| Sector | HR Solutions |
| Contract | Permanent |
Role Description
The EMEA HCM Lead will lead the design, configuration, implementation, and optimisation of Workday HCM solutions across the EMEA region, working closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
In this role, you will lead Workday HCM initiatives—from solution design and configuration to deployment and ongoing support—ensuring high-quality delivery and alignment with business needs. This is a key leadership position supporting complex international projects with high impact on HR strategy and digital transformation.
Responsibilities
Workday HCM Design & Implementation
- Lead Workday HCM configuration, deployment, and enhancement initiatives.
- Serve as a subject-matter expert in Core HR, Talent & Performance, Recruiting, Compensation (Core & Advanced), and/or Adaptive Planning.
- Gather and document requirements, prepare functional specifications, and oversee execution.
Compliance, Data & Reporting
- Ensure data integrity, accurate reporting, and adherence to regional regulatory requirements.
- Translate business needs into scalable system configurations.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Mentor and support Workday team members; promote knowledge sharing and development.
- Work closely with HR, IT, and global Workday teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Manage project timelines, milestones, and functional requests.
- Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders throughout delivery cycles.
Competencies
- Experience in functional consulting within Workday (internal or consultancy).
- Workday Implementer or Workday Pro certifications preferred.
- Experience leading regional or global Workday projects.
- Excellent facilitation, communication, and presentation skills.
- Strong organisation, time management, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Advanced MS Excel skills (including complex formulas).
- Strong professional ethics and ability to serve as a role model.
- Fluent in English (C1); additional languages like French, German, Spanish, or Italian are a plus.
Personal Characteristics
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Excellent time-management and organisational abilities
- Strong work ethic and the ability to serve as a role model for others
- Ability to translate business requirements into complex system configurations
- Experience leading regional or global projects