Lead Consultant in Melbourne

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 320,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. We enable clients in 59 countries to navigate their digital transformation.

As a Lead Consultant, you will provide strategic and delivery leadership for Workday or UKG Pro workforce management implementations, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders. You will lead complex, multi-module implementations covering HR, Timekeeping, Attendance & Accruals, Scheduling, and Advanced Scheduling, Payroll ensuring solutions are scalable, compliant, and aligned with business and organizational goals.

You will be responsible for driving solution architecture, defining best practices, and designing complex workflows, rules, policies, and integrations with other HR and payroll systems. In this role, you will align HR operating model with business goals and workforce strategy. Additionally, you will mentor senior consultants, review technical designs and documentation, support governance and quality assurance, and contribute to stakeholder communication, training strategy, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will serve as a UKG Pro WFM / Workday subject matter expert, ensuring excellence across implementation, optimization, and post-go-live support.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Define and design end-to-end HR architecture (process, organization, technology)
• Align HR operating model with business goals and workforce strategy
• Design and own HR systems landscape (HCM, WFM, Payroll)
• Ensure scalable, secure, and integrated HR platforms across regions
• Lead HR digital transformation initiatives (automation, analytics, AI)
• Coordinate multi-environment deployments, testing activities, and release management for business-critical applications.
• Drive automation, code quality, performance optimization, and adherence to Agile delivery practices.
• Collaborate with HR leaders, IT teams, and business stakeholders
• Act as strategic advisor to leadership on HR transformation
• Establish governance frameworks and best practices

Technical Expertise Requirements:

• Minimum 12-14 years of experience with UKG Pro WFM or Workday
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of modules like HCM, Scheduling, Timekeeping, Analytics, Global Time Off, Accruals, Attestation, Activities, Devices
• Experience in Pay rules, Work rules, Labor Level Transfers, Adjustment Rules and Wages, Exceptions, Holiday Profiles, Holiday Credit Rules
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities

Additional:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Technology, or a related field (a Master’s degree or relevant certifications is a plus)

In addition to compensation aligned with your role, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits that support your health, career growth, and overall well-being:

• Income Protection Insurance
• Paid Parental and Volunteer leaves
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid, reviewed case-by-case basis)
• Health Insurance Discount and Well-being Program
• Access to Fitness and Gym Memberships
• Salary packaging and novated leasing

The recruitment and selection process is designed to create the best match for both you and Infosys. Depending on the role, it may include an initial screening, technical or functional interviews, and conversations focused on cultural alignment and shared values. We are committed to making the experience transparent, respectful, and engaging at every step.

At Infosys, we recognize that everyone has individual requirements. If you are a person with disability, illness, or injury and require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, please contact our Recruitment team for adjustment either via the following email Infy_REC_Helpdesk@infosys.com or call 1-866-472-0935.

“All aspects of employment at Infosys are based on merit, competence and performance. We are committed to embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Infosys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.”