Senior Workday Specialist

Senior Workday Specialist Do you want to play a key role in shaping and scaling Workday in one of Europe’s fastest‑growing fitness companies? At Basic‑Fit, we are strengthening our international HR technology landscape to support continued growth across multiple countries. We are looking for a Senior Workday Specialist (Techno‑Functional) with deep hands‑on experience in Core HCM, Time Tracking / Attendance, Absence, Scheduling, Reporting, Expenses, and Integrations. Location: Hoofddorp (Head Office, The Netherlands) or our office in Madrid, SpainWork model: 4 days at the office / 1 day remoteRegular travel to other Basic‑Fit offices may be required. Your role As Senior Workday Specialist, you own the technical configuration and evolution of Workday. You translate business and HR requirements into robust Workday solutions, lead complex changes, and ensure high‑quality integrations, reporting, and system performance. This role goes beyond functional support — you are a hands‑on Workday consultant who understands how configuration, integrations, security, and data come together in a complex international environment. Key responsibilities Workday configuration & architecture Own and configure Workday Core HCM, including supervisory organisations, job structures, business processes, condition rules, validations, and eligibility logic. Lead configuration and optimisation of Time Tracking / Attendance, Absence and Scheduling, including accruals, calendars, rules, time entry, approvals, and audits. Support and optimise Expenses processes where they intersect with employee data, approvals and reporting. Integrations & technical ownership Take functional and technical ownership of Workday integrations, including requirements, design, testing, monitoring, and issue resolution. Work closely with IT and vendors on EIBs, Core Connectors, APIs and (where applicable) Workday Studio, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange. Own integration change impact assessments during releases and projects. Reporting, data & security Design and maintain advanced Workday reports and dashboards, ensuring data consistency, performance, and stakeholder usability. Actively manage data quality, root‑cause analysis, and sustainable corrections. Configure and maintain Workday security (roles, domains, business process security policies) in line with compliance and least‑privilege principles. Change, releases & continuous improvement Lead implementation of new Workday features or modules from design through deployment and hyper‑care. Own Workday release management: assess impacts, coordinate testing, document changes, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual work, and improve user experience. Create and maintain technical documentation, configuration standards, and training materials for HR and super users. Stakeholder collaboration Act as a senior sparring partner for HR, IT, Payroll, Finance and external partners. Challenge requirements constructively and translate them into scalable Workday best‑practice solutions. What we ask Must‑haves 7+ years of hands‑on Workday experience in a senior HRIS, Workday Consultant or Techno‑Functional role (in‑house and/or consultancy). Strong, proven expertise in: Workday Core HCM Time Tracking / Attendance Absence Scheduling Reporting & analytics Integrations (functional + technical collaboration) Solid understanding of Workday Business Process Framework and Security model. Experience working in an international, multi‑country environment. Strong analytical skills, technical mindset, and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Fluent in English (Dutch, French, Spanish or German is a plus). Nice to have Experience with Workday Expenses, Payroll integrations, or Workforce Management at scale. Experience working in Agile or product‑oriented teams. Workday certifications. About Basic‑Fit Basic‑Fit is the number one low‑cost and high‑value fitness brand in Europe. We make fitness accessible to everyone and a habit people love. With 1300+ clubs across Europe and over 3 million members, we combine a straightforward membership model with strong digital and HR technology foundations. Our values are in our name: B e, A ccessible, S mart, I nclusive, C ommitted. What we offer An informal, international and down‑to‑earth work environment. A role with real ownership and impact in a fast‑scaling European organisation. Unlimited access to GoodHabitz learning. Strong benefits package (travel allowance, bicycle plan, health insurance discount, work‑from‑home allowance, pension scheme — Basic‑Fit pays 52%). Hybrid working: 4 days office / 1 day remote (full‑time). HQ near Hoofddorp station, free parking. Fully equipped gym at headquarters, free to use anytime. Apply Apply via the button. The selection process consists of two interviews.Questions? Contact Davey Groenewoud, Corporate Recruiter via ‑fit.com. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries Wellness and Fitness Services #J-18808-Ljbffr