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Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in analytics, insights and proprietary data across the entire energy and natural resources landscape. For over 50 years our work has guided the decisions of the world’s most influential energy producers, utilities companies, financial institutions and governments. Now, with the world’s energy system more complex and interconnected than ever before, sector-specific views are no longer enough. That’s why we’ve redefined what’s possible with Intelligence Connected. By fusing our unparalleled proprietary data with the sharpest analytical minds, all supercharged by Synoptic AI, we deliver a clear, interconnected view of the entire value chain. Our trusted team of 2,700 experts across 30 countries breaks siloes and connects industries, markets and regions across the globe. This empowers our customers to identify risk sooner, spot opportunities faster and recalibrate strategy with confidence – whether planning days, weeks, months or decades ahead. Wood Mackenzie Intelligence Connected WoodMac.com Wood Mackenzie Brand Video Wood Mackenzie Values • Inclusive – we succeed together • Trusting – we choose to trust each other • Customer committed – we put customers at the heart of our decisions • Future Focused – we accelerate change • Curious – we turn knowledge into action HR Digital Senior Manager Role Purpose The   HR Digital Senior Manager   is accountable for the leadership, optimisation, and ongoing evolution of the organisation’s HR digital landscape, with a primary focus on Workday. Reporting to the Head of Reward and HR Digital, with a dotted line to the Head of Business Solutions (IT), this role acts as a critical bridge between HR, IT, and the wider business.   The   role owns   the HR digital roadmap and operational integrity of Workday,   ensuring   HR systems   deliver business value   and excellent user experience,   while being pragmatic, scalable, and   cost-effective . Leading   a small internal team   of   functional and technical specialists , the role   emphasises strong vendor and AMS partner management, prioritisation, flexibility, and   hands-on   leadership . Y ou will work collaboratively with   IT   colleagues to ensure the platform meets enterprise standards for security, integration,   resilience   and architectural alignment. Key Responsibilities HR Digital   Leadership • Own the   end-to-end   HR systems strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with HR and enterprise digital strategies. • Act as the   Product   Owner   for Workday,   driving continuous improvement and adoption across Core HCM, Reporting, Security, and relevant functional areas . • Balance strategic development with operational stability, ensuring the platform supports both current and future business needs. • Maintain a deep,   end-to-end   understanding of HR processes and employee journeys, ensuring Workday configuration supports simplicity,   consistency   and scalability. • Lead and manage a   small internal   delivery team   of functional and technical specialists , using   an optimal   blend of internal capability and   third party   partners. Service Delivery & Operational Excellence • Ensure stable, secure, and compliant operation of HR systems, including data integrity, security roles, and privacy obligations. • Oversee Workday releases and regression testing, coordinating internally and with AMS partners to minimise disruption. • Use data, dashboards, and reporting to improve   decision making   and   demonstrate   system value to HR and the business. • Own incident and problem management for Workday, ensuring   timely   resolution, clear   escalation   and continuous improvement. Stakeholder   Partnership   & Governance • Partner closely with HR leadership, Finance, IT, and business leaders to translate requirements into clear, prioritised system solutions. • Serve as the primary interface between HR and IT, working in a matrix environment to ensure strong collaboration, clear governance, and effective delivery. • Establish and   maintain   appropriate system   governance, change control, and   decision making   forums suited to a lean operating model. • Act as the principal HR Digital representative for Workday in governance forums, including Business Solutions and   enterprise wide   boards. • Present priorities,   trade-offs , scope and   high level   costings for Workday initiatives, supporting informed   decision making   by senior stakeholders. Vendor & Relationship Management • Own the relationship with Workday and   third-party   implementation and support partners. • Ensure partners deliver against agreed outcomes, service   levels   and budgets, with clear accountability and performance management. Continuous Improvement & Change • Identify   opportunities to simplify processes, automate activity, and improve user experience across the employee lifecycle. • Support HR transformation initiatives, organisational change, and new people programmes through effective digital enablement. • Champion adoption and understanding of Workday across HR and the wider organisation. About You • Significant experience   leading HR digital or HRIS functions within a Workday environment. • Proven experience   operating   within a lean team model, relying on AMS and vendor partners for delivery. • Strong understanding of HR processes   and how systems enable effective people management. • Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands   on delivery in a midsized , global   organisation. • Experience working in a matrix environment, partnering closely with IT and other functions. • Strong stakeholder management, prioritisation, and influencing skills. • Confident   senior stakeholder   operator, able to translate technical concepts into clear business and HR outcomes. Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity) , national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov