Tolu Fajinmi

Delivery Manager within a stream‑aligned data platform team in Data Services & Analytics, leading the delivery of complex, data‑driven technology services that support critical national operations. I am accountable for the end‑to‑end delivery of secure, scalable and high‑performing data services, balancing pace with operational resilience in highly regulated environments. Operating across strategy, delivery and risk, I translate organisational priorities into clear, outcome‑focused roadmaps; manage cross‑functional and supplier dependencies; and establish transparent governance aligned with GDS standards and agile delivery principles. My role spans both new delivery and live services, ensuring solutions transition cleanly into BAU, risks are actively managed, and teams are set up for sustainable, long‑term success. Core expertise Agile & hybrid delivery (Scrum / Kanban / Waterfall) Stream‑aligned team delivery & flow optimisation BAU service management and operational risk Supplier & commercial performance oversight Senior stakeholder engagement and governance Data platforms, service resilience & continuous improvement Focused on delivering sustainable, outcome‑led change within complex, data‑intensive and regulated environments.

Proven track record delivering end-to-end HR process transformation across global deployments—including the UK, Switzerland, US, and LATAM—leveraging Workday to optimise Reward, Workforce Data, and Time Pods. • Led cross-functional teams (Workday consultants, HRIS analysts, BAs, testers, vendors) to deliver high-quality system enhancements on time. • Partnered with HR stakeholders to identify pain points and translate business requirements into effective Workday configurations. • Developed strategic project plans aligned with business goals, driving measurable value. • Oversaw data migration, UAT, and integration testing, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Identified risks early and implemented mitigation strategies to secure project success. • Delivered clear updates to senior leadership on milestones, risks, and benefits realisation. • Ensured alignment with IT governance, data privacy, and security standards throughout the lifecycle.

Grayce Change+ Analyst, I’m part of a community of emerging change and data professionals, working on digital transformation projects across the UK. The three-year Change+ Development Programme at Grayce provides me with accredited qualifications, career coaching, and hands-on experience to support my professional development.

full-time course covering the principles of Data Analytics and Microsoft Azure such as Microsoft Data Analysis and Visualisation with Excel Power BI Power Query Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals

Modules studied include: Financial Risk Management, Economics, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Corporate Government and Ethics, Financial Management and Financial Analysis for Business, Corporate and Business Law, Corporate Taxation, International business finance Applied finance for enterprise.