HR Digital Manager - Functional Delivery (2-year fixed-term contract)

Syngenta; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global agricultural technology company based in Bracknell is seeking an HR Digital Manager to lead the HR systems landscape, including Workday. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on system configuration. The ideal candidate will have proven HR technology leadership, strong Workday expertise, and the ability to manage global transformation projects. The company offers a diverse and inclusive culture, extensive benefits, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Annual holiday up to 31.5 days

Qualifications

• Proven HR technology leadership, including strong Workday expertise.
• Experience in managing global transformation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multicultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross‑functional team managing HR system enhancements.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and prioritize demands.
• Configure and maintain the Workday system.

Skills

HR technology leadership

Strong Workday expertise

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving capabilities

Tools

Workday

SmartRecruiters

Degreed

Docebo

Job description

About Syngenta

At Syngenta Group we're a global community of 56,000 innovators across 90 countries, united by a 250-year legacy of agricultural excellence. As the world's most local agricultural technology partner, we create tailor-made solutions that transform farming while protecting our planet, driven by our commitment to innovation, ethics, and integrity. Through our inclusive environment and diverse perspectives, we pioneer breakthrough solutions for farmers, society, and future generations. Join our worldwide teams of agricultural pioneers in creating a more resilient and equitable food system for all.

Job Description

Join us in shaping the future of HR technology! We're seeking an experienced HR Digital Manager to lead our comprehensive HR systems landscape, including Workday (HCM), SmartRecruiters (Talent Acquisition), and Degreed/Docebo (Learning) in Jealott’s Hill. This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on system configuration, offering an exciting opportunity to drive digital transformation in a diverse, global environment.

Accountabilities

• Lead a cross‑functional team managing HR system enhancements across our global landscape
• Drive stakeholder engagement and prioritize regional/global demands
• Oversee change management processes and release planning
• Manage vendor relationships and resource allocation
• Configure and maintain our Workday system
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Foster collaboration across IT, Finance, and Procurement functions

Required Qualifications

• Proven HR technology leadership, including strong Workday expertise
• SmartRecruiters and Degreed/Docebo working knowledge is desirable
• Proven track record in managing global transformation projects
• Strong background in integration delivery
• Experience with performance management and compensation cycles
• Demonstrated ability to lead multicultural teams
• Excellence in stakeholder management and communication
• Analytical mindset with problem‑solving capabilities

Additional Information

Jealott's Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semi‑rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff. Jealott’s Hill is one of the main global research and development sites and key activities include research into discovery of new active ingredients, new formulation technologies, product safety and technical support of our product range.

What We Offer

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work‑life balance that supports the team members.
• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays.
• 36‑hour working week.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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