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Product Owner - Workday HCM and Compensation
Location: London, South Bank Central
Posted: 1 Days ago
Job Type: Regular
Ref: R095301
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Shape the Future of HR Technology at Kantar
At Kantar, we’re investing significantly in transforming our technology, operations, and ways of working. As part of this exciting evolution, we’re hiring a Product Owner in our Digital HR team to lead the delivery and enhancement of our HR collaboration tools and platforms — including Workday and related HR tech services.

This is a pivotal role for a passionate and driven product professional who thrives on innovation, digital transformation, and creating impactful solutions that elevate the employee experience.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our Technology division, you’ll be accountable for shaping and delivering the digital HR product suite with a strong focus on collaboration tools and Workday. You will:

  • Collaborate with the Product Manager to define and execute product vision and roadmap.
  • Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business needs and user feedback.
  • Lead the orchestration of new product introductions and continuous improvement of existing solutions.
  • Ensure a seamless user journey and drive adoption through clear communication, training, and advocacy.
  • Define service and product strategies in partnership with HR and IT stakeholders.
  • Act as the voice of the user, championing improvements based on real-world feedback and performance insights.
  • Liaise with 3rd party vendors and our strategic outsource partner to manage operations, service levels, and product quality.
  • Support Kantar’s broader technology transformation through collaboration, governance, and thought leadership.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a Product Owner who combines strong strategic thinking with practical delivery skills. You’ll need:

  • Proven experience as a Product Owner or in a similar product-focused role, ideally within HR Technology.
  • Deep knowledge of Workday, especially in Compensation and HCM modules.
  • Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
  • Experience working in agile environments, with hands-on experience defining user stories, managing backlogs, and prioritizing work.
  • A passion for user experience, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to navigate complex, cross-functional environments.

Familiarity with IT service management, digital transformation initiatives, and working with outsourced service providers.

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