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Workday Change Management Specialist

United Kingdom · Job Posted May 31, 2026
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Parexel is seeking a Workday Change Management Specialist to support successful Workday system adoption across our global organization. As our Workday Change Management Specialist, you'll be a change management professional who contributes to ensuring that Parexel's Workday HCM platform drives real value for our employees worldwide. You'll work as a collaborative team member who helps employees experience critical HR systems and processes effectively.

Job Responsibility

  • Support change adoption initiatives that help Parexel's workforce interact effectively with technology, ensuring smooth transitions and positive user experiences across the globe
  • Develop communications through multi-channel approaches—including targeted emails, engaging videos, and interactive SharePoint resources—that help employees understand changes and how to succeed
  • Collaborate with Workday experts, HR leaders, project teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to align change activities with business objectives and technical timelines
  • Use AI tools to help create training materials and support resources that resonate with diverse audiences
  • Monitor adoption metrics, gather user feedback, and contribute recommendations that support continuous improvement
  • Share change management best practices and learn from peers to strengthen change leadership capabilities across Parexel
  • Maintain knowledge of Workday HCM features, participate in user communities, and identify opportunities to enhance the employee experience

Requirements

  • 2-3 years of experience in change management, organizational development, communications, or training
  • Working knowledge of Workday HCM
  • Ability to develop communications and training materials for diverse, global audiences
  • Familiarity with change management best practices for technology adoption
  • Experience working in cross-functional, distributed team environments
  • Communication Excellence: You write clearly and effectively, tailoring messaging for different audiences and explaining complex processes in straightforward terms
  • Project Coordination: You manage multiple priorities competently, keeping initiatives on track while maintaining attention to detail
  • Technical Proficiency: You're comfortable with SharePoint for content management, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and screen capture tools like SnagIt for creating visual training materials
  • AI-Enabled Approach: You're open to using emerging technologies and AI tools to support content creation, data analysis, and workflow optimization
  • Analytical Thinking: You can review adoption data, identify patterns, and contribute to evidence-based improvements
  • Relationship Building: You're a collaborative team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across functions and geographies
  • Basic understanding of HR processes, employee lifecycle, and organizational structure
  • Familiarity with adoption metrics and data review
  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Workday or HR technology certifications a plus

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Workday or HR technology certifications a plus

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