Workplace Specialist

Your work days are brighter here.

At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That's why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don't need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.

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About the Team

Be part of a Global Real Estate & Workplace team that drives the future of work.
Opportunity to shape the employee experience for a diverse and dynamic workforce in Chennai.
Work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being.
Contribute to impactful initiatives including sustainability, culture, and workplace innovation.

About the Role

Workday is seeking a dynamic and experienced Workplace Senior Specialist to join our Real Estate & Workplace (REW) team in Chennai.

• In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end site operations, ensuring our office delivers a seamless, safe, and engaging workplace experience.

• This position blends facility management, employee experience, and stakeholder engagement, offering the opportunity to directly shape how employees connect with their workplace.

• You will work closely with landlords, vendors, internal teams, and community leaders to deliver operational excellence, foster employee engagement, and ensure our Chennai site reflects the company's culture and values.

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field.
   

• 10 +  years of experience in workplace operations, facilities management, or corporate real estate.
   

• Strong background in vendor management and landlord liaison.
   

• Demonstrated experience in planning and executing employee engagement programs, events, and workplace initiatives.
   

• Solid understanding of workplace safety, compliance, and sustainability practices.
   

• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
   

• Tech-savvy, with hands-on experience in workplace management tools and systems.
   

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams.
   

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and process-driven with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Our Approach to Flexible Work
 

With Flex Work, we're combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

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