HRIS Analyst - Dayforce

HRIS Analyst – Global Dayforce Implementation

Location: London (Hybrid, 3+ days/week)

Salary: Up to £60k + bonus + 10% matched pension

The Opportunity

We’re partnered exclusively with a fast-scaling global organisation as they roll out a multi-phase Ceridian Dayforce implementation and reshape their approach to people data and HR operations.

This is a high-impact role for a hands-on HRIS Analyst — someone confident working across systems, reporting, and transformation. You’ll take ownership of global HR master data, support Dayforce rollout activities, and act as the go-to for people reporting and system insights.

The company is going through major change, rapidly scaling through acquisitions and transitioning to a shared service model. You’ll be joining in the early stages of this exciting journey and positioned to grow into a strategic systems lead globally as the platform matures.

What You’ll Do

• Own and maintain global HR master data across multiple systems and regions
• Support configuration, testing (UAT), and deployment of Dayforce HCM
• Deliver dashboards, KPIs, and exec-ready insights on headcount, engagement, and performance
• Enable people processes including reward, talent, succession, and ESG reporting
• Drive data migration, reconciliation, and reporting consolidation
• Support salary survey submissions, benchmarking, and pay transparency analysis
• Design reports in Dayforce and help train internal users
• Become the internal Dayforce subject matter expert and reporting lead

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as an HRIS Analyst, HR Systems Analyst, or People Data Analyst
• Hands-on experience with Ceridian Dayforce (Core HR required; Payroll/T&A a bonus)
• Strong data handling and reporting skills across HR processes
• Familiarity with international HR operations and shared services
• Structured, analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Able to work cross-functionally with Reward, Talent, and Project stakeholders
• Experience in HRIS implementation or transformation projects highly desirable

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £60,000 + bonus
• 10% matched pension contribution
• Hybrid working: 3+ days/week in central London HQ (Flexible)
• Opportunity to grow into global HRIS or Dayforce system leadership
• A key role in one of the most significant Dayforce transformations in Europe

If you're a systems-focused HRIS Analyst ready to play a key role in global transformation while owning real-time people data and insights this roles for you!

Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.

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