Associate Manager- Workday Change Manager

About Sia 

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

Strategy & Management Consulting 

Sia’s Strategy & Management Consulting global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy.   

The Business Transformation Business Unit specializes in partnering with organizations to accelerate growth by driving employee engagement and adoption. This is achieved through cross-sector and cross-functional support in strategy, leadership alignment and coaching, large-scale transformation, strategic change management, and HR modernization efforts. The focus lies in functional transformation, digital and AI transformation, and cultural transformation. Our dedicated team helps navigate complexities for sustainable success in a rapidly evolving marketplace. 

Sia is hiring Management Consultants with a deep focus in Change Management and Workday implementation. This role will play a critical part in ensuring successful adoption of new systems, processes, and ways of working across the organization. Candidates must be capable of exceptional client delivery, have the desire to lead, and have passion for the growth of our firm. 

Our team members create great client experiences by bringing energy, intelligence, and effective problem-solving capabilities. We drive growth for top-tier clients throughout their business lifecycle from envisioning and planning through deployment and optimization. 

Responsibilities 

• design and execute change management strategies that engage stakeholders, mitigate resistance, and drive measurable business outcomes.
• Support clients in achieving sustainable performance and/or improvements within their organizations 
• Create a customized change management roadmap based on the needs of the project and implement the change management activities for each phase of the project 
• Lead impact analyses, assess change readiness, and identify key stakeholders 
• Provide status reporting of progress, dependencies, issues, risks and overall program health 
• Anticipate organizational changes that come with large-scale implementations and the change management and communications interventions which will be needed 
• Ensure that key change initiatives deliver on business, schedule, and budget objectives 
• Determine appropriate metrics and measures that will help the client measure progress, reinforce behavior, and adjust improve implementation results 
• Coordinate with other initiatives to make sure there is a common understanding on timelines and other overlaps 
• Develop Executive-level presentations  
• Utilize Project Management frameworks and methods in a variety of roles 
• Identify opportunities to provide or create additional client value 
• Contribute to internal areas such as business development, people development, recruiting, marketing, and more

• Experience leading a change management team for least one end-to-end comprehensive Workday HCM, Payroll and Time implementation.
• 5+ years’ experience leading significant change management engagements with successful outcomes in complex organizations 
• Consulting experience required 
• Bachelor’s degree required 
• Experience and knowledge of change management principles and methodologies 
• Strong coaching and influencing skills; ability to influence others and move toward a common vision and/or goal 
• Ability to quickly build trust and value-based relationships with employees at all levels of the organization  
• Solid facilitation experience 
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite and Project Management frameworks 
• PROSCI or other Change Management certifications preferred 
• Ability to facilitate project teams, guided by a strong understanding of group dynamics while driving results 
• Exhibit exceptional communication skills and strong work ethic 

Compensation & Benefits 

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia. 

Competitive Compensation 

• Annual base salary starting at 126,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications

• Annual performance based discretionary bonus 

Robust Health Coverage 

• 3 Medical plans  

• Dental and Vision  

• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance  

Tax-Advantaged Accounts 

• 401K retirement plan 

• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  

• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter 

Family Friendly Benefits  

• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure 

• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan 

Time Off to Recharge 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy 

• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday  

Extras that Make Life Easier 

• College savings and student loan repayment assistance 

• Monthly cell phone stipend 

• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: 

  • Gym membership reimbursement 

  • LiveHealth Online virtual care 

  • Personalized support from a Well-being Coach  

• Employee Assistance Program at no cost 

  • Free confidential counseling and emotional support services  

  • On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)  

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information.  

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. 

Office Workplace Guidelines 

Sia is committed to providing a flexible workplace environment that supports client, business, and market needs. Consultants located in our primary market office locations—New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, and San Francisco- are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance and attend the office at least three days per week. For Consultants outside of our primary markets, we can offer more flexible in-person requirements in accordance with your location. 

Work Authorization & Sponsorship  

At this time, Sia does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status).  

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.