HCM Solution Architect / Program Manager – SAP

England Source: WhatJobs

£90,000–£130,000

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned HCM Solution Architect / Program Manager to lead the Human Capital Management (HCM) workstream within a large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programme.

The role will combine HCM solution architecture, integration strategy and programme delivery , with responsibility for defining the target HCM architecture, managing cross-functional dependencies and providing leadership throughout the transformation lifecycle.

The successful candidate will have deep expertise across SAP HCM , strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes and the ability to work across complex integrations involving both SAP and non-SAP platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the HCM workstream within a large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programme.
Define the target HCM solution architecture , ensuring alignment with the overall SAP transformation strategy.
Own HCM architecture, solution design and integration strategy across the programme.
Manage dependencies and integration points between HCM and other business areas, including Finance, Procurement, SAP Ariba, SAP Analytics Cloud and Concur .
Define and oversee integrations between SAP HCM and non-SAP systems and third-party applications .
Provide architectural leadership across HCM processes, data, applications and technology.
Work closely with functional leads, technical architects and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable HCM solutions.
Lead programme-level design governance, solution reviews and architecture decision-making for the HCM workstream.
Manage HCM workstream planning, milestones, dependencies, risks, issues and delivery activities .
Coordinate across business and technology QAteams to ensure HCM deliverables remain aligned with the wider S/4HANA programme.
Provide leadership throughout design, build, testing, deployment, cutover and go-live .
Ensure HCM solutions meet required security, compliance, performance, integration and data requirements .
Support the definition of data migration, testing and cutover strategies for HCM.
Identify and manage technical and functional risks, escalating issues where required.
Work with programme leadership to ensure effective stakeholder communication, governance and reporting .
Provide post-go-live leadership and support during stabilisation and transition to BAU .

Key Skills & Experience

Extensive experience as an SAP HCM Solution Architect, HCM Architect or HCM Programme/Workstream Lead .
Strong understanding of SAP HCM architecture and end-to-end HR processes .
Proven experience working within large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programmes .
Strong experience defining HCM integration architecture across SAP and non-SAP environments.
Good understanding of integration dependencies with Finance, Procurement, Ariba, SAP Analytics Cloud and Concur .
Experience managing complex cross-functional dependencies and programme-level architecture .
Strong understanding of HCM data, migration, testing and cutover within major SAP transformations.
Proven programme or workstream management experience, including planning, governance, risk management and stakeholder management .
Ability to operate effectively across business, functional, technical and programme teams .
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior business and technology stakeholders.
Experience working in complex, multi-system enterprise environments with significant SAP and third-party integration .