Graduate Workday Consultant with French/German

Company: Mercer Description: We are looking for a graduate / early-career Workday Consultant with French/German to join our Digital Solutions team at Mercer in Cluj-Napoca. In this role, you will learn how to support client projects on the Workday platform by researching issues and trends, helping evaluate HR processes, and supporting senior consultants with configuration, testing, and validation activities. You will also contribute to preparing client presentations and reports. Within the Digital Transformation department, our mission is to support clients in their transformation and innovation journeys, helping them mobilize talent, achieve rapid results, and build agile organizations supported by modern technologies. Specialized in consulting, implementation, and maintenance of Workday Cloud solutions in HR, Payroll, and Finance, Marsh McLennan is the #1 Workday partner worldwide. What You Will Do Support functional workstreams within Workday HCM deployment projects under the guidance of senior consultants. Assist in configuring Workday solutions, exploring options and documenting recommended approaches that meet client requirements. Help build and maintain prototypes and configuration workbooks. Document and describe HR processes and system touchpoints. Support the Production Cutover Plan and related activities (data validation, checklists, documentation). Learn and apply Workday methodologies and internal implementation standards. Keep the Project Manager and senior team members informed on your progress and task status. Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams, supporting and advising as you grow in the role. What You Need to Have 0–2 years of experience in HR systems, HR operations, consulting, finance, or other analytical/technology‑related roles (internships and student jobs are welcome). Basic understanding or strong interest in HR and/or Finance processes (e.g., core HR, recruitment, payroll, time, or basic finance concepts). Strong interest in learning Workday and building a career in HR digital transformation / HRIS consulting. Good analytical skills and strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills in Romanian. Fluent in English and French OR German. Customer‑oriented mindset, eagerness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively in a team. Ability to search for solutions using multiple documentation sources and internal teams. Proficiency in MS Office / office software tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word). What Makes You Stand Out Exposure to any HRIS, ERP, or cloud application (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, SuccessFactors) through studies, projects, internships, or previous roles. Experience in software setup, configuration, or testing (even on non‑HR tools) is a plus. Experience working in or with cross-functional or international teams. Ability to analyze business requirements, identify gaps, and propose practical ideas or improvements (from university projects or work experience). Why Join Our Team A structured environment to start and grow your career in HR technology and Workday consulting, with clear learning paths and mentorship. A fail‑friendly, supportive culture that encourages learning, questions, and initiative. Access to a fast-growing, innovative practice with many opportunities for progression and career growth. A yearly budget to build your flexible benefits package (up to 20% of your annual salary). 30+ days off (25 legal days off, 1 extra day for your birthday, public holiday replacement days, plus additional buy/sell options from your benefits budget). Performance bonus scheme. Matching charity contributions, charity days off, and the “Pay it Forward” charity challenge. Core benefits: Pension, Life and Medical Insurance, Meal Vouchers, Travel Insurance. Workday Certification & Training We are fully committed to your development and will support you in obtaining your Workday Certification if you are not yet certified. This is expected to happen during your probation period and is a key milestone in your career with us. The Workday Certification process is designed over six weeks and includes: A three‑week internal preparation training to build your confidence and knowledge. A three‑week virtual official training led by Workday experts, providing you with industry‑recognized credentials and practical skills. We believe this will be a significant stepping stone in your professional growth and success at Mercer. Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit , or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.