[Hiring] Dayforce Implementation Senior Consultant @HR PATH

Role Description

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• 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

• A highly stimulating and fulfilling work environment with international development.
• Rapid career growth with numerous opportunities for development (horizontal & vertical): international mobility, training, and certification.
• A good work-life balance with telecommuting possibilities.
• Investment in the development of our employees; quarterly team events, annual seminar etc.
• We are Happy at Work certified and continue to listen to our employees. If you value a culture that respects diversity, individual courage, integrity, excellence and encourages team collaboration, HR Path is the place for you.