Deputy Manager, HRIS

Role & responsibilities

HR Technology Administration

• Administer and optimize SAP SuccessFactors, Employee Central, Employee Central Payroll, Workforce Software, and related SF Modules.
• Configure and maintain business rules, workflows, permissions, role-based security, and organizational structures.
• Ensure HR systems operate efficiently, securely, and in compliance with company standards.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, governance standards, and change management procedures.
• Identify and deliver automation and process improvement opportunities
• Serve as functional and technical SME for all SuccessFactors modules including, Employee Central, Onboarding, Recruitment, Performance & Goals, etc.
• Lead SAP semi-annual release reviews, impact assessments, testing, and deployment activities.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and coordinate resolution activities across multiple stakeholders.
• Support implementation of new features and system enhancements.

Project Delivery

• Lead and participate in HR technology projects, implementations, upgrades, and optimization initiatives.
• Support global HR transformation programs and organizational change initiatives.
• Develop project plans, testing strategies, deployment schedules, and stakeholder communication plans.
• Manage relationships with implementation partners, vendors, and external consultants.

Reporting, Analytics & Data Governance

• Develop and maintain HR technology reports, dashboards, KPIs, and workforce analytics.
• Establish and maintain controls ensuring data quality, integrity, consistency, and audit readiness.
• Conduct periodic data reconciliations and quality reviews across HR systems.
• Support executive reporting and workforce planning initiatives.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with:

• GDPR
• Data privacy regulations
• Audit requirements
• Information security standards
• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Maintain robust security controls and segregation-of-duty requirements.
• Support Computer System Validation (CSV) and validation documentation within regulated environments where applicable.
• Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our Company Values; Integrity, Teamwork, Courage, & Innovation.

Preferred candidate profile

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Certification preferred
• 10 years of HRIS experience.
• Minimum 8 years of SAP SuccessFactors experience.
• Minimum 3 years of Workforce Software (WFS) administration experience.
• Experience supporting Employee Central Payroll environments.
• Experience leading HR technology projects, enhancements, and system deployments.
• Experience supporting global HR Shared Service operations.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, life sciences, or other regulated industries preferred.
• Experience supporting payroll, workforce management, and employee lifecycle processes.