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We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.
About the Team
Do you like working in a fast-paced environment, where you get to balance analytical prowess with world-class strategic and consultative support to business leaders and people partners? Does it excite you to work for a company that utilizes its own technology daily, and has vast reporting capabilities to provide valuable insights and analytics to help shape your thinking and direction?
At Workday, employees are our #1 core value because we believe they are key to building a great company. Our people are a big reason why we continue to be recognized globally as a best place to work. And compensating them fairly and competitively is a very important component to having happy employees!
If you have strong analytical ability and can use that data to tell a story, this is the opportunity for you. We are looking for an experienced professional to provide analytical support to the Compensation Team at Workday on a global basis
About the Role
As a Principal Compensation professional on the Total Rewards team, you will act as the first point of contact for the Global Customer Organization (GCO) or Product Development and Technology organization for all strategic compensation work to support the business: Align business strategy with compensation planning in company’s cyclical compensation process, co-lead business job architecture design with People Business Partner, partner with business finance on hiring plans and location strategy. Your stakeholders are Talent Acquisition, People Business Partners, Finance, and Compensation Business Partners on all ‘run the business’ support from complex job offers. retention needs, to consulting on various comp needs.
Develop and implement competitive compensation strategies that attract and retain top-performing talent and motivates performance and act as a strategic partner to the broader People & Purpose teams to ensure that all compensation programs align with our talent philosophy and strategic goals of the company.
Partner with HR business partners to strategize and develop compensation design and planning to resolve complex issues or support various business projects and priorities.
You will be responsible for conducting annual and ad hoc benchmarking analysis for your client groups to design and develop pay ranges to align with market and business talent strategy. Develop cost models, forecast analysis and design recommendations on a variety of global compensation programs
Participate in the administration of all recurring compensation processes, annual survey participation and ad hoc survey participation requests and project support, as needed.
About You
Basic Qualifications
10+ years of strategic compensation experience, including at least 5 years in a senior business partnering capacity.
Extensive experience designing and administering executive compensation programs, including equity-based compensation.
Proven track record of influencing senior leadership on compensation strategies and recommendations, supported by data-driven insights.
Demonstrated experience leading organization-wide compensation initiatives, such as total rewards redesigns or global compensation harmonization projects.
Expert-level knowledge of compensation laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, with a minimum of 5 years of experience navigating complex legal requirements.
Other Qualifications
Demonstrated ability in compensation market analysis, plan design and pay administration.
Proven understanding of compensation structures
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field (ideally with Human Resource, compensation, benefits and/or organizational development concentration).
Advanced proficiency with Excel, Word and Power Point
Experience using the Workday HCM strongly preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build a network to work across teams to achieve business goals.
Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and communicate the meaning of the data being presented
Proven track record to adapt and work effectively in a matrix organization to develop solutions that benefits the business and customer.
Strong project management and organizational skills
Workday Pay Transparency Statement
The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.
Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton
Primary Location Base Pay Range: $170,100 USD - $255,200 USD
Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $143,600 USD - $255,200 USD
Our Approach to Flexible Work
With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.
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Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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