Senior Manager, HRIS

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Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, HRIS to lead our Group HRIS strategy, ensuring robust support to and collaboration with our Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, and HR Analytics teams.

This role requires a professional who combines strong technical expertise in SAP SuccessFactors with the ability to translate system capabilities into clear, business‑friendly HR solutions. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a confident leader, and a skilled project manager, capable of driving digital HR transformation across multiple countries.

What You'll Do

• Analyze, maintain, and continuously improve the Group HRIS landscape, balancing functionality, user experience, and budget constraints.
• Define and manage the HRIS roadmap in alignment with HR priorities and business objectives.
• Lead development and optimization projects including:
• AI-powered employee-facing simplifications
• Talent management and learning development innovations
• Payroll and time management simplification across the Group’s four main countries (UK, Italy, Mexico, France)
• Oversee the implementation of new HR technologies, coordinating with SAP SuccessFactors, system integrators, and external partners.
• Facilitate end-to-end HRIS project delivery from design through deployment and change management.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with IT and Finance to secure technical alignment, data integrity, and successful project execution.
• Act as a trusted advisor to HR leaders by translating business needs into scalable HRIS solutions.

Reporting & Data

• Partner with the Analytics & Reporting team to run complex data queries, configure reports, and support data governance.

User Experience & Training

• Organize and lead change management activities, including executive briefings and user training for HR teams.
• Ensure system enhancements reflect strong UX principles and elevate employee experience.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure all HR processes and system configurations comply with GDPR, local data protection laws, and internal data governance policies.
• Support release management, system updates, and ongoing process optimization.
• Manage a team of 2 HRIS specialists plus external resources depending on project scope.
• Foster a collaborative, solution-oriented environment that encourages operational excellence.

What You'll Need

• Master’s degree (preferred) and 8+ years of experience delivering HRIS projects
• Strong hands-on expertise in SAP SuccessFactors, with configur