Dayforce Implementation Senior Consultant
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The Dayforce Implementation Senior Consultant leads end-to-end implementations of Dayforce across HR, Payroll, Time & Attendance, Benefits, and Workforce Management modules. This role requires deep functional expertise, strong client-facing skills, and the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable Dayforce solutions. The Senior Consultant serves as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring successful deployment, adoption, and optimization of the Dayforce HCM platform.
Implementation & Solution Delivery
- Lead full-cycle Dayforce implementations, including discovery, requirements gathering, configuration, testing, deployment, and go-live support.
- Configure Dayforce modules (e.g., HR, Payroll, Time & Attendance, Benefits, Scheduling, WFM) according to client needs and best practices.
- Translate business processes into Dayforce system workflows while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
- Conduct gap analysis and recommend process improvements or system enhancements.
- Oversee and perform data migration activities, including data mapping, validation, and reconciliation.
- Develop and lead testing strategy: SIT, UAT, regression testing, parallel payroll testing, and issue resolution.
Client Management & Advisory
- Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders throughout the implementation.
- Facilitate workshops, demonstrations, and training sessions for client teams.
- Provide subject-matter expertise on Dayforce functionality, configuration options, and industry best practices.
- Manage client expectations, communicate project status, and identify risks or dependencies proactively.
- Advise clients on post-go-live optimization opportunities to maximize Dayforce value.
Project Management & Collaboration
- Collaborate with project managers to build project plans, manage timelines, and deliver key milestones.
- Work cross-functionally with technical consultants, integration specialists, and payroll/HR SMEs.
- Support integration efforts between Dayforce and external systems (ATS, ERP, benefits carriers, payroll interfaces, etc.)
- Document functional requirements, configuration decisions, user guides, and training materials.
Requirements
- 2-3+ years of hands-on experience implementing Dayforce.
- Strong functional expertise in at least two Dayforce modules (Payroll, Time & Attendance, Benefits, HR, WFM).
- Proven experience leading client-facing implementation projects.
- Deep understanding of HR, payroll operations, compliance, and workforce management processes.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Preferred
- Certification(s) in Dayforce modules.
- Experience working in a consulting firm or fast-paced implementation environment.
- Knowledge of payroll regulations and tax rules (UK & EMEA).
- Experience with data migration and HCM integrations.
- Project management training or certifications (PMP, Agile, etc.).
Soft Skills
- Strong leadership and client-management presence.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- High attention to detail and process discipline.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving structure in complex implementations.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Benefits & conditions
- Annual Leave purchase scheme
- Together anywhere scheme.
- Health & Wellness Allowance
- Green Travel Allowance
- Christmas Allowance
- Pension Contribution
- Flexible/remote work environment depending on client needs.
- Occasional travel for client workshops or go-live support (if required).
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