The UKG Solutions Architect will oversee project teams, lead client workshops, design scalable solutions, and ensure high-quality deliverables in UKG Pro WFM environments.
Job Title:
UKG Solution Architect
Job Summary:
Next Generation, Inc., an Equal-Opportunity employer, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced UKG Solution Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be UKG certified and possess a thorough understanding of complex WFM environments including UKG Pro WFM implementation concepts. This is a mostly remote position with occasional on-site visits to Chicago, Illinois or as required by assigned clients when applicable. This is a remote role with occasional client or internal company visits as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex WFM technologies including UKG Pro WFM implementation concepts.
- Provide oversight and direction to project teams while working with NGI clients to deliver world class services.
- Lead client facing requirements workshops and consult clients on WFM best practices
- Lead Work project teams by establishing project specific goals and implementing the plans to achieve high quality deliverables within expected timeframes. Monitor progress, help manage risk, and confirm key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management.
- Provide constructive on-the-job feedback/training. Foster an innovative and team-oriented work environment by providing guidance, mentorship and performance management in the development of NGI personnel.
- Demonstrate high levels of UKG Pro WFM technical and professional knowledge and quickly assimilate new knowledge. Keep up to date with current developments and trends in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.
- Lead in the design and guide in the development of solutions that are scalable with best practice recommendations.
Job Requirements:
- Approximately 10+ years consulting experience
- 7 - 10 years UKG Pro WFM project implementation experience
- A related bachelor’s degree
- Certification in UKG Pro WFM is necessary for this role.
- Other UKG Certifications (Timekeeping, Advanced Scheduling etc.) would also be nice to have.
- Experience leading business process design, enhancements
- Experience leading client discussions – requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, testing and deployment
- Knowledge of UKG integrations and reporting
- An understanding of the end-to-end implementation life cycle
- Strong knowledge of HR, payroll, benefits and workforce management processes
- Strong leadership skills
- Entrepreneurship mentality to grow our UKG practice
Job Benefits:
- Competitive FTE salary range based on experience, education, and geographical location of $130,000 - $150,000 USD base.
- Benefits for Full-time employees include:
- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Life insurance
- STD/LTD
- Paid holidays
Next Generation Inc. Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
444 W Lake St., Chicago, IL , United States, 60606
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