HRIS System Configuration Lead
Mountain Warehouse Ltd
Greater London, UK
21 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
System Configuration
Data Dictionary
Data Integrity
Knowledge Management
HR Software
Ceridian Dayforce
Data Analytics
Software Version Control
Job description
- Configuration Management: Own and maintain configuration across all active Dayforce modules (Core HR, Payroll, WFM, Advanced Scheduling, Benefits, and Talent).
- Change Control & Governance: Review, test, and implement approved configuration changes through structured governance, maintaining version control and full audit documentation.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and deliver system enhancements that simplify operational processes, improve data quality, or enhance user experience.
- Testing & Release Readiness: Coordinate regression and user acceptance testing for configuration changes and quarterly Dayforce releases. Validate results and oversee safe deployment.
- Compliance & Accuracy: Ensure configuration supports accurate payroll processing, meets legislative requirements, and maintains data integrity across all modules.
- Dayforce Roadmap Alignment: Review and interpret quarterly Dayforce release notes, assess system impacts, and lead the adoption of relevant new functionality.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with HR, Payroll, and operational leads to assess business requirements, prioritise changes, and ensure system setup continues to meet operational needs.
- Vendor & Support Liaison: Act as the key client contact for Dayforce Support cases and escalation, ensuring effective communication, resolution tracking, and internal knowledge capture.
- Knowledge & Documentation: Maintain configuration documentation, data dictionaries, and change logs. Build internal capability through knowledge sharing and user support.
Requirements
- Hands-on configuration experience within Dayforce or similar across one or more modules (HR, Payroll, WFM, or Advanced Scheduling).
- Strong understanding of workforce management and HR/payroll operations, ideally in multi-site or shift-based environments.
- Proven experience in post-implementation system administration, configuration, and change management.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate operational requirements into practical system configuration.
- Experience in system governance and testing disciplines.
- Familiarity with UK payroll and employment legislation advantageous.
- Degree or equivalent professional experience in HR, Operations, or IT desirable., * Operational & Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of system configuration and its application in complex operational environments.
- Governance & Control: Structured approach to managing change and maintaining auditability.
- Problem Solving: Logical, data-driven approach to resolving configuration issues and driving process improvement.
- Collaboration: Strong partnership skills across HR, Payroll, and Operations; able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Attention to Detail: Maintains a high level of accuracy and documentation discipline.
- Adaptability: Keeps pace with system updates and changing business priorities.
Success Measures/KPIs
- Configuration accuracy and compliance maintained across all modules.
- Timely adoption of relevant Dayforce functionality from product releases.
- Reduced operational issues and improved process efficiency.
- Positive feedback from HR, Payroll, and operational end users.
- Well-controlled and auditable system change management process.
Benefits & conditions
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working, 2 days in London based office & 3 working from home
- Holiday allowance
- 50% staff discount & 25% for family and friends
- Pension scheme
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