Workday Solution Architect

We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we've made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The CIO team plays a crucial role in this journey, working on cutting-edge projects that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement.

What does the role involve?

We’re undertaking a major transformation of our Finance systems, using Workday to streamline, simplify and strengthen how we operate. As a Workday Solution Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our financial technology landscape on the Workday platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the definition of our target architecture, best practices, patterns and standards across the Workday platform
• Working with project teams in designing and supporting the delivery of Workday solutions that align to our target architecture and support the successful implementation of all changes
• Work closely with architects in the team to ensure Workday compliments and integrates across the wider technology landscape and strategy

Skills we would love you to have:

• Understanding of insurance subledger accounting, data lineage, foundational data modelling, inc. Worktags and chart of accounts design.
• Experience in designing Workday integrations, using modern patterns and tooling.
• Knowledge of Workday reporting - Report Writer, Dashboards, Discovery Boards, Worksheets and Office Connect.

Working knowledge across several of the following Workday Financials modules:

• PRISM / Accounting Centre
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Business Assets
• Projects
• Expenses

What we will give you:

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive…

• Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail
• Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus
• Physical wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen
• Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award-winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support
• Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs
• There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more ….

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Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.

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