HR Technology Solutions Consultant (Dayforce)

HUB International • Minneapolis, MN

3d • $80,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced HR Technology Solutions Consultant with deep expertise in Dayforce to join our People & Technology Consulting team. This role partners closely with clients to lead system implementations, optimize existing configurations, manage client-side projects, and support HR technology operations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on configuration experience across Dayforce Workforce Management, Payroll, Benefits, and Core HR (Talent a plus), along with strong consulting, analytical, and project management skills. This is a client-facing role that helps organizations solve complex challenges and maximize the value of their HR technology investments.
The Consultant is part of the greater People and Technology consulting team, providing expert advice and solutions to clients across various industries. This role focuses heavily on HR technology—specifically the Dayforce platform—and supports clients through system implementation, optimization, client-side project management, and staff augmentation. The consultant works closely with clients to understand their needs, develop actionable recommendations, and support the execution of technology-enabled solutions that address complex business challenges and advance strategic goals.

Requirements

• Deep technical aptitude and hands-on system configuration skills
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to work with large, complex data sets
• Ability to translate business processes into technical system requirements
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities
• Client service orientation with ability to build credibility quickly
• Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to lead teams and manage project workstreams
• Self-directed with ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic client environments
• Highly self-directed and able to work independently with minimal oversight
• Comfortable managing multiple concurrent client engagements
• Adept at building credibility quickly with clients and internal teams
• Ability to work effectively in both structured and fluid environments
• Professional presence with strong facilitation and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Information Technology, or related field strongly preferred, OR equivalent work experience in HR technology implementation and configuration
• Four to seven years of professional experience in HR technology Implementation, administration, or configuration
• Required technical configuration and end-user experience in at least two of the following Dayforce modules: Workforce Management Payroll Benefits Core HR Talent module experience a strong plus
• Experience leading or supporting Dayforce implementations, major enhancements, or optimization projects.
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering consulting or professional services.

Nice To Haves

• Talent module experience a strong plus
• Dayforce certifications, accreditations, or module-specific training are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical advisor for Dayforce implementations and optimizations
• Consult on Dayforce best practices, standard configurations, and industry approaches
• Advise clients on design decisions, weighing trade-offs between customization and standardization
• Provide recommendations on system architecture, module selection, and phasing strategies
• Guide clients through change management and system adoption challenges
• Lead technical discovery sessions with clients to understand business processes, system requirements, and pain points
• Analyze current state configurations, workflows, and data structures
• Document detailed technical requirements and translate business needs into specific Dayforce configuration specifications
• Identify gaps between business requirements and system capabilities, recommending solutions or workarounds
• Create functional design documents, configuration specifications, and data mapping documentation
• Expertise in configuration of Dayforce modules from the ground up including: Core HR: employee records, organizational structures, position management, workflows, security roles, field configurations, business rules Payroll: pay groups, pay policies, pay rules, earnings/deductions, tax configurations, calculation rules, payroll processing workflows Workforce Management: time and attendance rules, scheduling rules, shift patterns, labor allocation, premium rules, accruals, holiday calendars, timesheet configurations Benefits: plan configurations, eligibility rules, rate structures, enrollment workflows, carrier feeds, benefits processing Talent Management: performance management, succession planning, learning management, recruitment (strong plus)
• Facilitate testing cycles (UAT) including test script creation, issue logging, and defect resolution.
• Troubleshoot system and data issues, conduct system audits, and recommend enhancements that improve usability and compliance.
• Support release management, regression testing, and new feature enablement.
• Lead or support project scoping, planning, timeline creation, resource coordination, and milestone tracking.
• Provide structured project status updates, risks, decisions, and recommendations to client stakeholders.
• Manage vendor relationships on behalf of clients, ensuring quality, alignment, and accountability.
• Support change management activities and stakeholder communication.
• Support client teams through go-live readiness, cutover planning, stabilization, and post-implementation optimization.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer to client HR/HRIS teams.
• Serve as an interim Dayforce, HRIS, or HR operations resource as needed.
• Provide day-to-day system support including configuration changes, reporting, data updates, and troubleshooting.
• Partner with team members, including associate consultants and subject matter specialists, to ensure high-quality project outcomes.
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, methodology development, and service enhancements.
• Stay current on Dayforce releases, emerging HR tech trends, and new consulting methodologies.
• Identify opportunities to enhance internal processes, tools, and client delivery approaches.

Benefits

• HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits such as vacation, sick, and personal days, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees