Robert McLaughlin
London
Summary
I am a strong candidate for this role because I bring a distinctive blend of HR digital transformation expertise, ERP system skillset, and a deep understanding of HR functions. I consistently synergise these strengths to deliver high‑quality, pragmatic solutions that meet clients’ strategic and operational needs. My consulting background spans a wide range of private‑sector industries, and SMEs to large multinational organisations. This demonstrates my ability to adapt, understand varied business context and perform effectively in complex environments.
Throughout my career, I have consistently excelled in a fast‑paced working environment, collaborating effectively within diverse and geographically dispersed teams. My commitment to continuous learning and proactive value‑creation is evidenced by the internal initiatives I have led, reflecting not only my dedication to project outcomes but also to wider organisational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Organisational Change & Training Consultant
Cognizant
London
2024.01 - Current
- Led the change management workstreams for two large enterprise Workday HR SKU implementations in the financial regulatory and automotive industries.
- Delivered Workday HR training for fintech, advertising, energy, and cybersecurity industries.
- Optimised the Workday HR function for an LE in the automotive industry. Engaging central and regional HRIS teams to advise on HR processes, data & reporting, security management and system governance.
- Advised on HR document management strategy and HRIS user experience optimization for an LE in the Industrial and Agricultural industry.
- Supported HR change management RFI/RFP responses for sports, insurance, and biopharmaceutical customers.
Human Capital Management Consultant
Collaborative Solutions (a Cognizant company)
London
2023.09 - 2024.01
- Implemented Workday's Core HCM and Compensation solutions to digitally transform HR departments for LEs in Healthcare, Entertainment, Manufacturing and Insurance industries.
- Led Workday architect and design workshops to capture customer-specific requirements and identify areas to digitise HR operations.
- Managed unit and end-to-end testing
- Conducted 'Knowledge Transfer' sessions to upskill customers' HRIS teams in system maintenance practices.
Human Capital Management Associate Consultant
Collaborative Solutions
London
2022.09 - 2023.09
- Led an end-to-end Workday module implementation for a Fortune 500 customer
- Supported a Workday HCM implementation for a LE in the telecommunications industry
- Served as a HR business analyst in an agile Scrum working environment for a Government Regulatory body
- Ticket content ranged across Workday's Core HCM, Learning, Recruiting, Absence and Time-tracking and Payroll models
- Nominated to lead departmental change activities for an internal acquisition
Organisational Health Intern
Health Service Executive
Dublin
2021.07 - 2021.08
Research assistant position to support the implementation of the Word Health Organisation's Healthy Workplace Framework, for the HSE in their post-covid recovery model.
People Advisory Services Intern
Ernst & Young
Dublin
2020.07 - 2020.07
Virtual workshops focused on client behaviours, communication and technology applications.
Education
Master of Science - Organisational and Social Psychology
London School of Economics
London 2021.09 -
Bachelor of Arts - (International) Psychology
University College Dublin
Dublin 2017.09 - 2021.05
International Exchange Programme
University of Maryland
Washington D.C. 2019.09 - 2020.05
Skills
- HR Digital Transformation
- HR Process Optimisation
- Change Management
- User Experience Design
- Intrapreneurial Skills
- Consulting Skills
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research
- Workday HCM & Compensation Certifications
Accomplishments
- Designed and developed a system administrator resource aimed at upskilling customer's Workday HRIS team and strengthening Cognizant's strategic partnership with customers in a post-production environment. With a referenceable customer in the private sector after 3 months.
- Developed Cognizant's change methodology by managing a team that standardised tooling and procedures for Change Impact Assessments and Executive Summaries.
- Enhanced Cognizant's change methodology by introducing and operationalising a model of behavioural change. Developing a framework to select targeted behaviour change interventions for HR and Finance ERP implementations. Leveraging company AI tools for efficient processing.
- Established an LGBTQ+ EMEA Employee Resource Group at Collaborative Solutions
- UCD Psychological Society Committee member 2020/21 and led UCD's Cultural Awareness week 2020
- Presented undergraduate thesis project at the 43rd All-Ireland Psychology Student Congress 2021
- Peer Mentor for commencing first year UCD students 2020/21
- Appointed a 6th year prefect and received the Pupil's Achievement Award 2018
Timeline
Organisational Change & Training Consultant
Cognizant
2024.01 - Current
Human Capital Management Consultant
Collaborative Solutions (a Cognizant company)
2023.09 - 2024.01
Human Capital Management Associate Consultant
Collaborative Solutions
2022.09 - 2023.09
Master of Science - Organisational and Social Psychology
London School of Economics
2021.09 -
Organisational Health Intern
Health Service Executive
2021.07 - 2021.08
People Advisory Services Intern
Ernst & Young
2020.07 - 2020.07
International Exchange Programme
University of Maryland
2019.09 - 2020.05
Bachelor of Arts - (International) Psychology
University College Dublin
2017.09 - 2021.05