Principal Executive Engagement Manager

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.About the TeamThe Principal Executive Engagement Manager will join the EMEA Events Team responsible for delivering Corporate Events within EMEA as well as those events which have a pan-EMEA audience. We are a small but mighty team accustomed to delivering excellence whilst working collaboratively with extended teams and living the Workday culture.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Engagement Manager to play a pivotal role in enhancing how Workday engages with executives from our valued customers and prospects across the EMEA region. This role is integral to ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience for executive-level interactions with Workday, encompassing various touchpoints, events, and the regional Experience  Centre.Key Responsibilities:Exec Engagement Strategy: Develop a comprehensive executive engagement strategy for the EMEA region, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and customer success objectives.Coordination and Hospitality: Lead all aspects of the coordination of executive engagements, including but not limited to customer advisory board meetings (CxC), events, and the utilization of the regional Experience CenterProvide an exceptional  experience for executive visitors.Collaboration with ABM and Sales: Work closely with Account-Based Marketing (ABM) teams and Sales to coordinate executive-level engagements, ensuring alignment with customer/prospect goals. Collaborate in crafting Customer Experience Center (CXC) agendas and identifying the right level of presenters.End-to-End Experience Management: Take ownership of the end-to-end executive experience, ensuring a coordinated and exceptional experience across all interactions with Workday. This includes proactive engagement when Workday executives visit EMEA. Collaborate with Sales and other relevant teams to strategically plan executive engagements, focusing on delivering value and fostering strong relationships.Role Model for Excellence: Act as a role model for excellence in executive engagement, setting high standards for the team and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.Regional Expansion Planning: Develop a roadmap for the eventual regionalization of the Executive Engagement function as the organization grows.About YouBasic Qualifications:10+ years of experience, with experience in a senior-level role in executive engagementDemonstrated success delivering high-profile executive engagements and eventsStrong experience and understanding of Workday's competitive landscape, the B2B SaaS industry, enterprise customersOther QualificationsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across various teams.Strategic problem solver with the ability to develop executive engagement strategies.Previous experience in crafting agendas and collaborating with sales teams.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.Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process!