Program Manager – People Technology (Workday & M&A)

Role: Program Manager -- People Technology (Workday & M&A)

Location: Remote

Type: Contract (40 hrs/week)

Rate: $75--83/hr (W2)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead high-impact People Technology transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on Workday HCM and M&A integrations. This role will act as a key bridge between People (HR), Technology, and Business teams, ensuring seamless execution of complex, multi-year programs.

You will play a critical role in driving enterprise-wide initiatives including system integrations, compliance programs (GDPR), and HR technology optimization, enabling the organization to scale efficiently during a period of rapid growth and transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex People Technology programs, including Workday HCM implementations and M&A integrations
• Drive integration of acquired entities, aligning HR systems, processes, and data into the existing ecosystem
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Engineering, IT, Security, Privacy, and Finance teams to align on program goals and execution
• Develop and manage program roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables aligned with business objectives
• Establish and maintain program governance, including status reporting, risk management, and executive updates
• Oversee system integrations and migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
• Manage vendor relationships, including selection, onboarding, and contract oversight
• Drive compliance initiatives (e.g., GDPR), ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements
• Lead change management and communication strategies to support successful adoption of new systems and processes
• Monitor program performance, track KPIs, and ensure delivery within scope, timeline, and budget
• Collaborate with finance teams to manage budgets, forecasting, and ROI tracking

Required Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in program management, transformation, or enterprise technology initiatives
• 6 years of experience leading HR technology programs, specifically Workday HCM
• Proven experience managing M&A integrations, including system, process, and data integration
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, Jira, Zendesk, and Confluence
• Experience working in cross-functional environments with Engineering, IT, HR, Security, and Compliance teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex programs with multiple stakeholders and dependencies
• Experience with data privacy and compliance programs (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-growth or fast-paced tech environments
• Background in People Technology / HR systems transformation
• Experience managing large-scale budgets and vendor ecosystems
• Familiarity with AI-driven or automation initiatives within HR tech

About Trident Consulting

Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we've partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.

We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale