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Data Migration Manager - 10317

Full Time
Hybrid

Budapest, Hungary

Posted within last 24 Hours

Role Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Global HR Workday Data Migration Manager to lead the data migration workstream for our global Workday implementation. In this player-coach role, you will mentor and lead a team of Global HR Workday Data Migration Analysts while driving the end-to-end extraction, transformation, validation, and migration of HR data from multiple legacy HRIS systems across 39 countries into a unified global Workday instance. You will collaborate with local HR teams, global stakeholders, and our system implementation partner to ensure quality and consistency in all migration activities. Beyond execution, you will set standards, implement automation, and embed change management practices that enable global adoption of data models and processes. This is a high-impact role with both strategic and hands-on responsibilities, demanding strong leadership, technical expertise, and a global mindset.

 

your typical day includes

 

You will lead and mentor a team of Data Migration Analysts, ensuring they partner effectively with local HR teams and data stewards to map HR data into Data Gathering Workbooks (DGWs) at set deadlines. You’ll review Workday validation reports, troubleshoot issues, and act as the primary escalation point for stakeholders. Leveraging tools such as KNIME and Alteryx, you’ll drive automation in data transformation and validation to reduce manual checks and improve accuracy. You will create and manage data quality trackers, repositories, and FAQs, support UAT activities, and guide change management by helping local teams adopt global standards and take ownership of data quality. You will maintain regular status reports on all data migration activities, identify potential risks and recommendations. Finally, you’ll manage team performance and professional growth through regular coaching, feedback, and structured development.

your responsibilities include 

Data Extraction & Profiling

  • Partner with local HR teams across multiple countries to understand diverse HR data structures and legacy systems.
  • Support data extraction from global sources (legacy HRIS, spreadsheets, databases, etc.) using standardized techniques.
  • Profile and analyze data to identify quality issues, redundancies, and gaps to provide clear remediation steps.
  • Establish repeatable frameworks and best practices to streamline future migration cycles.

Data Validation, Transformation & Automation

  • Automate validation and transformation of HR data being migrated into Workday to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Reconcile migrated data with source systems to identify and resolve discrepancies.
  • Design and deploy KNIME/Alteryx workflows for automating data transformation and quality checks.
  • Build and maintain a central repository of reusable automations and scripts to ensure scalability and accelerate future migrations.
  • Continuously identify automation opportunities to reduce effort, lower error rates, and streamline UAT cycles.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Coordinate seamlessly with global HR, IT, and local HR teams to align on migration activities and milestones across 39 countries.
  • Run data migration induction calls, regular and ad-hoc Q&A and feedback sessions with local data owners and stakeholders. Be able to explain the data migration activities, communicate data quality issues and explain recommended actions. Understand and adjust communication style and methods to suit diverse data proficiency levels and global cultures. 
  • Provide clear and transparent updates on progress, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.
  • Partner with system implementation teams to resolve migration challenges and ensure accountability.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation (guides, trackers, FAQs) to support knowledge transfer and provide sustainable frameworks for future migration cycles and audits.

Troubleshooting, UAT & Support

  • Proactively identify, analyze, and resolve data migration issues to minimize delays.
  • Support UAT activities by validating data, reconciling discrepancies, and ensuring readiness for cutover.
  • Collaborate with implementation partners and technical teams to resolve issues and implement sustainable fixes.
  • Document recurring issues, UAT findings, and resolutions to create a knowledge base for future cycles.

Change Management

 

  • Lead DGW updates and migration activities with local HR teams, reinforcing accountability and ensuring strict adherence to global requirements and timelines.

 

  • Provide structured training, playbooks, and guidance to local HR teams to simplify adoption and minimize resistance.
  • Reinforce accountability by ensuring local stakeholders take ownership of data quality rather than relying solely on the global team.
  • Act as a bridge between global leadership, local data stewards, and implementation partners to manage expectations, resolve conflicts, and ensure successful project delivery.

Leadership & Capability Building

  • Lead, coach, and mentor analysts to take ownership of deliverables and outcomes. Empower them to operate with accountability.
  • Promote knowledge sharing, peer learning, and cross-training to build a resilient team that can flex across multiple workstreams.
  • Foster professional growth by providing structured feedback, creating learning opportunities, and encouraging certification or upskilling in Workday, automation, and data management tools.
  • Champion continuous improvement by regularly reviewing team performance, identifying gaps, and embedding lessons learned into future migration cycles.
  • Strengthen team cohesion and engagement by recognizing contributions, celebrating milestones, and aligning individual development with organizational goals.

 

skills and knowledge

 

  • Workday Expertise: Strong knowledge of Workday data structures, EIB, reporting, and core integrations with payroll/finance. Certifications are beneficial.
  • Data Migration & Governance: Proven experience in large-scale HR data migrations with expertise in profiling, cleansing, and transforming data. Skilled in governance frameworks, data quality KPIs, and reusable templates/playbooks.
  • Automation & Innovation: Proficient in KNIME, Alteryx, and Google Suite for automation and transformation. Experienced in building workflows that reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and scale processes.
  • Leadership & Change Management: Track record of leading, coaching, and mentoring teams. Prior experience in leading cross-functional change initiatives.
  • Proactive Planning & Organization: Ability to anticipate data migration challenges, develop comprehensive plans, and manage complex timelines to meet set project wide deadlines. Skilled in creating detailed roadmaps, resource allocation, and contingency planning to ensure seamless execution and minimize disruptions.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Excellent ability to influence global stakeholders and translate complex data concepts into clear actionable insights.
  • Problem-Solving & Detail Orientation: Analytical and solutions-oriented, with meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to data accuracy.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Strong knowledge of GDPR and global HR data privacy. Adept at risk identification, mitigation, and secure handling of sensitive employee data.

location

 

  • based in Hyderabad or Budapest



within Randstad we defined the following Human Forward Leadership competencies:

 

  • delighting people: connect people (client, talent, employee, society), building strong client relationships and delivering client-centric solutions.
  • performing today: resourcefulness securing and developing resources effectively and efficiently.
  • leading change: manages ambiguity operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
  • securing the future: drives vision and purpose painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others into action.



We want our teams and talent to reflect the rich diversity of the societies we serve. We thrive for an environment of belonging, safety and confidence. So everyone can bring their whole selves to work and flourish. Learn more about equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at Randstad here.

 

If you recognize yourself in the profile above, we invite you to apply for this role. 

 

The recruitment procedure consists of a screening and at least two interviews. Later in the process, an (online) assessment and a job offer conversation take place.

 

human forward starts with you

Randstad’s purpose is: supporting people and organizations in realizing their true potential. And this starts with making your work meaningful every day. It’s people-work at its best. Making work meaningful. So if you recognize yourself in the profile above, we gladly invite you to apply for this role. 

 

about Randstad

 

Randstad is the world’s largest talent company and a partner of choice to clients. We are committed to providing equitable opportunities to people from all backgrounds and help them remain relevant in the rapidly changing world of work. We have a deep understanding of the labor market and help our clients to create the high-quality, diverse and agile workforces they need to succeed. Our 46,000

 

Company Description:

Randstad is the world’s leading talent company and a partner of choice to clients. We are committed to providing equitable opportunities to people from all backgrounds and help them remain relevant in the rapidly changing world of work. We have a deep understanding of the labor market and help our clients to create the high-quality, diverse and agile workforces they need to succeed. Randstad was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Diemen, the Netherlands.