Doug Haddow
About Doug Haddow
Doug Haddow is the Professional Services Lead for the UK and Ireland at Alight Solutions, with over 20 years of experience in HCM and Financial system deployments.
Professional Services Lead - UK and Ireland
Doug Haddow currently serves as the Professional Services Lead for the UK and Ireland. Based in London, United Kingdom, he manages the delivery practice for cloud technologies, including Workday and SuccessFactors, at Alight Solutions. His role involves overseeing project management and technical methodologies to ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.
Project Director and Workday UK Payroll Practice Lead
In addition to his role as Professional Services Lead, Doug Haddow also works as Project Director and Workday UK Payroll Practice Lead. This position involves leading payroll practice initiatives and overseeing complex project implementations for Workday, leveraging his deep expertise in HCM and Financial system deployments.
Previous Experience at Aon and NGA Human Resources
Prior to his current roles, Doug Haddow gained extensive experience at Aon as a Senior Workday Project Manager and EMEA Payroll Lead from 2015 to 2017. He also held the position of EMEA Workday Practice Lead from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he worked at NGA Human Resources as a Managing Consultant for 14 years, from 1999 to 2013, honing his skills in managing client-centric and technical projects.
Educational Background and Early Career
Doug Haddow holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computing in Business from The University of Huddersfield, which he completed from 1996 to 1999. This educational foundation paved the way for his extensive career in technology and project management, particularly in the realm of SaaS solutions and HCM deployments.
Expertise in SaaS Solutions and Project Management
Since 2013, Doug Haddow has been focused on SaaS solutions, excelling in building teams and delivering projects across various industry verticals, including global energy, retail, professional services, financial services, and manufacturing. His work encompasses all phases of the sales, project, and software life cycles, supported by his strong problem-solving skills, commercial awareness, and a blend of technical and functional expertise.