Implementation Lead / Project Manager - Dayforce

Location: London (Hybrid)The Opportunity

We’re partnered with a global organisation undergoing a multi-phase HR transformation, underpinned by a full-suite Dayforce rollout across the UK, Europe, and North America.This is a high-impact delivery role for a hands-on Implementation Lead — someone who knows how to steer complex HRIS programmes, manage multiple workstreams, and ensure Dayforce is implemented with the business, not just to the business.You’ll act as the bridge between internal teams and Dayforce consultants, owning end-to-end delivery across Core HR, Payroll, WFM, Talent, Learning, and more. The organisation is building internal capability and looking for someone who can lead with structure, clarity, and confidence.What You’ll Do

Lead the full lifecycle implementation of Dayforce, phased across multiple countriesAct as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and the Dayforce implementation teamManage project plans, milestones, risks, and budgets across HR, Payroll, IT, and FinanceOversee system configuration, UAT, and deployment activitiesCoordinate data migration from legacy systems and integration into enterprise data structuresDevelop training and change plans to support adoption across HR and the wider businessDrive continuous improvement and post-go-live optimisationWhat You’ll Bring

Strong understanding of hire-to-retire processes and enterprise HR tech landscapesTrack record managing cross-functional project teams and vendor partnershipsHands-on knowledge of system configuration, testing cycles, and data migrationComfortable operating in international, matrixed environmentsStructured, pragmatic, and delivery-focused — someone who gets things doneWhat’s on Offer

Hybrid working: Central London HQGlobal scope and visibility in a fast-scaling, MandA-driven businessOpportunity to play a central role in a high-profile, business-critical transformationIf you’ve led a global Dayforce programme before and want to join a project where you''re influencing decisions right from the beginning, this is your opportunity to lead from the front.Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.Focus on DF is the leading specialist recruitment and consulting partner dedicated exclusively to the Dayforce ecosystem. We help organisations deliver complex transformations through trusted, certified Dayforce talent.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Human Resources, Project Management, and Information TechnologyIndustries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Manufacturing, and Retail

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