SAP SuccessFactors Solution Architect

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SAP SuccessFactors Solution Architect – HCM / HR Transformation Solution Lead - People  Consulting – HR Transformation  

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With your contribution and my contribution, together we will thrive.

Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity

Join our dynamic HR Transformation team in New Zealand, where we are dedicated to helping organisations transform their HR & People functions through innovative technology solutions.

• We are a growing and energised team. Joining now means being able to seize the opportunities that accompany that growth and shape the future of this fast-growing practice.  
• You’ll work with people who inspire and bring out the best in you, develop new and different skillsets with access to the latest digital tools and technology platforms. 
• You’ll experience our diverse and inclusive culture. We believe that only the highest-performing teams that maximise the power of different perspectives can succeed in this fast-changing environment. 

As our HR/HCM Transformation Solution Lead / SAP SuccessFactors Solution Architect you’ll drive the design and implementation of innovative HR solutions and implementations. This role will be leading HR transformation projects and implementations of SAP SuccessFactors solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in SAP HR/ SAP SuccessFactors, with a strong focus on the Hire to Retire capability and will demonstrate exceptional leadership and communication skills to guide cross-functional teams toward successful project delivery.

This hybrid position is based in our Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office.

Ko Tō Rourou | Your key responsibilities 

• Manage project & solution risks and facilitate issue resolution, providing troubleshooting support to the team as needed, ensuring timely and effective responses to challenges.
• Formulate and lead the strategic direction for SAP SuccessFactors enterprise architecture.
• Offer guidance and oversight for extensive SAP SuccessFactors deployments.
• Provide Solution design guidance to ensure system efficiency, scalability, and security.
• Work closely with senior business and IT executives to align architecture with strategic objectives and build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Create and uphold detailed architectural documentation and governance structures.
• Conduct quality reviews of deliverables, ensuring compliance with project standards and facilitating peer reviews across streams.
• Lead and manage technical, functional and client teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring high performance among team members.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in SuccessFactors (particularly in the Employee Central and EC Payroll modules) cross all modules, including integration with third-party HR & Finance systems, providing guidance and insights to the team and stakeholders.
• Work closely with all relevant teams within the project to ensure an integrated solution that meets business requirements.
• Facilitate the review and sign-off process for all deliverables, ensuring alignment with project scope and objectives.
• Define, control, and deliver the solution scope, ensuring that all project tasks and deliverables are compliant with established standards.
• Utilise effective business consultation skills, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills to drive project success.

Ngā Pūkenga | Skills and attributes for success

• Proven experience as a SuccessFactors Solution Architect, with a strong background in team activity planning and leadership. 
• 10+ years of comprehensive SAP HR/SuccessFactors experience, encompassing the entire Hire to Retire capability. 
• Expertise in solution architecture, design, and delivery within SuccessFactors and Payroll environments. 
• Strong functional knowledge complemented by technical proficiency, enabling effective collaboration across teams.  

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, monitor, and control SAP functional teams, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Preferred certifications in SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC), Employee Central Payroll (ECP), and Talent Management.

Ko Taku Rourou | What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences www.ey.com/nz/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/nz/benefits    

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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