Lead, Workday Compensation at University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto, ON

Job description

Union: Non-Union Number of vacancies: 1 New or Replacement position: New Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: People & Culture Reports to: Manager, Compensation Salary Range: $93,271 – $116,588 annually Hours: 37.5 per week Status: Permanent Full-Time Closing Date : November 17, 2026 Position Summary Reporting to the Manager of Compensation, the Workday Compensation Lead will serve as the compensation workstream lead and subject matter expert supporting the design, configuration, testing and implementation of Workday Compensation. The Lead will translate UHN’s compensation programs, policies, pay structures, and governance requirements into clear business and system requirements. Working closely with the Executive Director, Total Rewards & HR Operations, People & Culture leads (including Total Rewards, Payroll, Technology) and project partners, the Workday Compensation Lead will coordinate deliverables, identify risks, and help drive issues to resolution. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in compensation concepts, who enjoys working hands-on in a project environment, and wants to gain deeper expertise and experience in HRIS-enabled Total Rewards administration. Duties Lead Workday Compensation Configuration: Lead the configuration and validation of Workday Compensation modules, ensuring system set-up aligns with compensation programs, pay structures, and policies. Requirements Gathering & Documentation: Collaborate with key stakeholders to collect requirements, document configuration decisions, and maintain accurate project configuration and data workbooks. Testing & Defect Resolution: Lead end-to-end testing of compensation programs in Workday, validate data and system outcomes, identify defects, and support resolution to ensure accurate program delivery. Project Delivery & Collaboration: Coordinate project activities, timelines, risks, and dependencies with the Executive Director, Total Rewards & HR Operations, Manager, Compensation, Technology, Payroll, and other key stakeholders to support successful implementation. Training & Knowledge Transfer: Lead the development of compensation guidance, process documentation and training materials; develop and deliver Workday Compensation training sessions; and provide hands-on support to users and testers throughout implementation and stabilization. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards role. Experience with Workday HCM and Compensation modules, including configuration, testing, validation and participate in defect resolution. Strong knowledge of compensation principles, with demonstrated analytical skills and attention to detail when working with compensation data. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Advanced proficiency in Excel. Strong project management and organizational skills. Able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, navigate ambiguity, and escalate risks or decisions as appropriate. Experience in healthcare, the broader public sector, or a complex unionized environment considered an asset. Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ ) Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insuranc