Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland has been undertaking a significant transformational programme looking at people experiences, process and technology. Transitioning from its legacy Human Resources applications to Workday.  This transition requires the skills and support of an experienced Workday Specialist on a fixed-term basis (parental leave cover), as we now look to embed, enhance and support the Workday products in the University ecosystem.

This Workday subject matter expert (SME) position requires someone with sound knowledge and experience of the software functionality. As a Workday Specialist, you will be responsible for applying your understanding of the Workday products in a line of business to achieve value outcomes for the University. Your expertise ensures you’re aware of the attributes, characteristics and functions of Workday and business processes within your field.

The successful candidate is expected to have Workday configuration or implementation experience and knowledge and will preferably also have specialised knowledge in the Human Resources and adjacent business domains at an operational level.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Please note this is a full-time (37.5hours/week) 12-month fixed-term position, with a salary range of $150,000 - $170,000 depending on skills and experience. 

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

The successful candidate will:

• Have 3+ years’ working with Workday in an implementation or configuration role
• Be an expert communicator at all levels and with a diverse audience
• Ideally hold a Certification in 1 or more HR Workday Modules
• Be confident in navigating the complexities of a large organisation

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Reporting to the Solution Architecture Manager, your team will consist of other Workday Specialists and Digital Solutions Architects.

Rātonga Matihiko | Digital Services is the service division with accountability for agreeing the University’s digital strategy and executing its technology plan. Its responsibilities are broad and its expertise and focus areas span product and service lines from provision of devices, seamless connectivity and collaboration services, supporting learning, teaching, research and administration with software-based solutions, high-performance computing, and supporting new learning and teaching delivery modes.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.  

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 28th January 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Lisa Matthews via [email protected] if you have any questions. Please note that while we are happy to answer your questions, we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz