Senior HRIS Consultant (UKG Ready)

Location: Remote / Hybrid (U.S.)
Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

A growing HR technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior HRIS Consultant with deep expertise in UKG Ready to support implementations, optimisation, and ongoing system enhancements across a diverse client base.

This role is suited to a hands-on functional specialist who can lead client engagements, provide strategic guidance, and deliver high-quality workforce management and HRIS solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementations of HRIS solutions, including discovery, configuration, testing, and go-live
• Act as a subject matter expert across core HR, payroll, time and attendance, and talent modules where applicable
• Partner with stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into effective system configurations
• Provide best practice recommendations to improve HR processes, workflows, and system utilisation
• Support data migration, integrations, and system configuration activities
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder meetings
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues during and after implementation
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal knowledge sharing initiatives

Required Experience

• Proven experience implementing and configuring UKG Ready
• Strong functional knowledge of HRIS processes, particularly payroll and time management
• Experience working in a client-facing consulting or advisory environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with integrations and data migration tools
• Familiarity with related workforce management platforms such as UKG Pro
• Background in HR technology, workforce management, or HRIS consulting
• Relevant platform certifications (preferred)

Key Attributes

• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capability
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Collaborative approach when working with both clients and internal teams

What’s Offered

• Opportunity to work on a variety of HR technology and workforce management projects
• Exposure to complex system implementations across different industries
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Luchian Van Der Merwe