Implementation Consultant

ADP, Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP WorkForce Software seeks an Implementation/Functional Consultant to lead workshops, translate requirements into solutions, and coordinate successful deployments for UK clients. The role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure product readiness, training, and measurable value delivery across the project lifecycle.

The position requires 2–4 years in software implementations, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication in a client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• Facilitate workshops and discovery sessions to gather customer requirements.
• Translate business needs into solution designs and functional specs.
• Educate customers on workforce management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan project activities, establish goals and timelines.
• Support integrations and one-to-many product demonstrations.
• Ensure delivery adheres to methodologies and documentation standards.
• Manage customer communications and expectations for go-live.

Skills

Client communication

Stakeholder management

Requirements gathering

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Tools

SQL

Job description

We are recruiting for a Implementation/Functional Consultant!

Location: any of our UK offices - Milton Keynes, Staines, Bristol or Cheadle

Together with ADP, WorkForce Software (WFS) is the first global provider of workforce management solutions with integrated employee experience capabilities. ADP WorkForce Suite adapts to each organization’s needs—no matter how unique their pay rules, labor regulations, and schedules—while delivering a breakthrough employee experience at the time and place work happens. Enterprise-grade and future-ready, ADP WorkForce Software Suite is helping some of the world’s most innovative organizations optimize their workforce, protect against compliance risks, and increase employee engagement to unlock new potential for resiliency and optimal performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The WorkForce Software (WFS) Implementation Department is the team responsible for delivering high-quality, on-time, and scalable implementations of WFS solutions across our global client portfolio. We are involved with the full life cycle from sales engagement to successful delivery and implementation of WFS products. Our department’s mission is to ensure clients achieve measurable value quickly, supported by consistent methodology, strong governance, and technically skilled project teams.

Plan

• Participate in project planning, kickoff activities, and implementation readiness discussions.
• Partner with project managers and stakeholders to establish project goals, timelines, and delivery expectations.
• Provide effort estimates, status updates, and risk identification throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Facilitate workshops and discovery sessions to gather, analyze, and document customer business requirements.
• Translate business needs into solution designs, process flows, and functional specifications.
• Educate customers on workforce management best practices and recommend solution approaches aligned with their objectives.

Build

• Work with WorkForce Software Technical Consultants to ensure that the solution build meets the requirements of the customer and enables efficient end-user processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support integrations, solution demonstrations, and project deliverables.
• Ensure implementation activities adhere to established methodologies, standards, and documentation requirements.

Validate

• Partner with customers and internal teams to support solution testing, defect resolution, and validation activities.
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues identified during testing and coordinate resolution with appropriate stakeholders.
• Support customer readiness by delivering administrator training and facilitating solution reviews.

Deploy

• Assist with data migration, system deployment, go-live preparation, and production transition activities.
• Deliver customer training and support adoption of implemented solutions.
• Manage customer communications and expectations to ensure a successful implementation experience.

Continuous Improvement & Professional Development

• Maintain required product certifications and continuously expand functional and technical expertise.
• Identify opportunities to improve implementation practices, customer outcomes, and product capabilities.
• Mentor team members and contribute to a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

PRODUCT / TECHNICAL SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS

• 2-4 Years experience in software implementations.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills with a strong emphasis on Excel.
• Understand waterfall and agile methodologies, frameworks, and practices in a services delivery role.
• Entrepreneurial mindset required, as the role requires capability of rapidly shifting focus and responding to ever-changing conditions.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Possesses basic problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable of and understand common implementation principles and lifecycle.
• Capability to exercise mature judgement.
• Demonstrates technical aptitude to learn quickly and adapts to new circumstances.
• Ability to work on a dynamic, customer-focused team and establish excellent working relationships.
• Demonstrates a strong desire to grow functionally and technically as a professional consultant.
• Experience in implementing or training on a packaged software system or highly complex internally developed application.
• Logical and technical mindset that can analyze problems and identify root causes.
• Thrives in client-facing environment.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with, or background in HR, Payroll, or Workforce Management/Time and Attendance modules, considered a bonus.
• Experience providing application support for complex software systems, preferred
• Experience or ability to read/write SQL and write simple queries.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Client Support: Ability to provide exceptional customer service and support to clients, including resolving inquiries, addressing issues, and offering guidance on time-related matters.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex system/technical concepts, provide training, and build rapport with clients.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to analyze time-related problems, identify root causes, and implements effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Collaborating/Teamwork: Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in payroll processing, data entry, and documentation.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload effectively, and generate insights to support decision-making and improve payroll processes.
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying updated on best practices, and advancements in payroll technology to enhance expertise and provide value to clients.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, including technical support teams, to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
• Innovation: Propose innovative solutions or enhancements to payroll processes, systems, or service delivery methods to optimize efficiency and client satisfaction.

*PERFORMANCE SCORECARD

The WorkForce Software Implementation Services Functional Consultant is expected to independently manage overall workload in accordance with ADP’s Service Excellence standard and ensure timeliness and communications with clients are met based on client’s Service Level Agreement with ADP. Success and performance indicators are assessed through the following systems:

• Client Satisfaction
• Efficiency and Productivity
• Quality & Accuracy
• Feedback from Clients, Leaders, and internal partners in relation to assigned work and responsibilities.

A little about ADP:

We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP:

ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Ethics at ADP:

ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.