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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # HR Technology Lead (12-14 month maternity cover) - **Company:** Clarksons - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Business Systems, System Configuration, Data Governance, Data Security, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Identity and Access Management, Release Management, SuccessFactors, SAP Human Resource Management Software, Systems Integration, HR Software - **Published:** September 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0966c7f727c20e6a ## About the Role Essential * Significant experience managing SAP SuccessFactors in a complex organisation. * Previous people management experience, including leading HRIS teams. * Proven track record of delivering HR systems projects and transformation programmes. * Strong knowledge of HR processes, employee lifecycle management, and HR technology. * Experience managing system integrations, testing, release management, and change control. * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. * Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. Desirable * Experience across multiple SuccessFactors modules, including Employee Central, Smart Recruiters, Onboarding, Learning. EC Payroll experience would be beneficial. * Experience working in an international or matrix organisation. * Knowledge of HR data analytics and reporting tools. Key Competencies * Strategic Thinking * Leadership and Team Development * Project Management * Stakeholder Management * Continuous Improvement * Data and Analytical Insight * Change Management ## Description We are seeking an experienced HRIS professional, with strong SAP SuccessFactors expertise to provide maternity cover for a 14-month fixed-term contract. This role will lead the HRIS function, manage a team of HR systems professionals, and oversee the delivery of key HR technology projects. Over the duration of this contract, our goal is to bring SuccessFactors to the next level, requiring the delivery of a number of projects and ongoing technology enhancements. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the effective operation, optimisation, and continuous improvement of the HR systems landscape, while partnering with HR, IT, Payroll, and business stakeholders to deliver strategic transformation initiatives and enhance the employee experience., HRIS Leadership & Team Management * Lead, coach, and develop the HRIS team of two, ensuring high levels of performance and engagement. * Manage team priorities, resource planning, workload allocation, and delivery against agreed objectives. * Monitor effective governance, controls, and service standards across HR systems. * Act as the senior escalation point for complex HR systems issues. HR Systems Management * Own and manage the SAP SuccessFactors platform, ensuring system stability, integrity, security, and compliance. * Oversee system configuration, testing, releases, upgrades, and change management activities. * Ensure data quality and effective HR master data governance. * Manage integrations between SuccessFactors and other business systems, including payroll, finance, company secretariat, recruitment, and learning platforms. * Drive system optimisation and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement. Project Leadership * Lead the delivery of HR technology projects and enhancements from initiation through to implementation. * Work with stakeholders to define requirements, project plans, business cases, and success measures. * Manage third-party vendors, implementation partners, and external consultants as required. * Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with business objectives. * Support wider people transformation programmes and digital HR initiatives. Stakeholder Management * Partner with senior HR leaders, business leaders, IT, Payroll, Finance, and external suppliers. * Translate business requirements into practical HR technology solutions. * Act as a trusted advisor on HR systems strategy and best practice. Compliance & Risk Management * Ensure compliance with GDPR, data protection regulations, and internal policies. * Maintain appropriate controls around access management, data security, and system governance. * Support internal and external audit requirements relating to HR systems. 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