HR Technology Lead

QinetiQ; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Farnborough is seeking an HR Technology Lead to oversee technology solutions for the People Function, including hiring and core HR administration. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in HRIS systems, especially SuccessFactors, and strong project management skills. Join a dynamic environment fostering innovation and collaboration, with competitive benefits including a matched pension scheme and health insurance options.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Competitive holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead or support numerous projects with tight deliverables.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead programme management of HR technology projects.
• Coordinate day-to-day central IT resources for SuccessFactors support.
• Act as a key stakeholder for People Function towards central IT.

Skills

Deep expertise in HRIS systems

Experience in management of SaaS technology

Strong business partnering

Project/programme management

Consultancy skills

Education

HR technology professional

Job description

Overview

Job Title: HR Technology Lead

Location: Farnborough

Role Type: Permanent – Full Time

Role ID: 18501

At QinetiQ, we are creating tomorrow with cutting-edge defence technology and innovations that empower and protect lives. Join us as a HR Technology Lead at our Farnborough site to work with advanced technology in partnership with brilliant minds.

Role Purpose

In leading all aspects of technology supporting the people function, this role acts as the People Function SME on design of technology solutions to support hiring, onboarding, core HR administration and record-keeping, payroll, reward, talent management, and learning and development.

Key Accountabilities

• Liaise with People Function and Enterprise Services leadership to identify issues, select technology solutions, and prioritise development of technology solutions and new processes to be delivered by Central IT function and outsourced partners.
• Lead programme management of HR technology projects through development, testing, and deployment cycles.
• Coordinate day-to-day central IT resources dedicated to SuccessFactors support.
• Act as a key stakeholder for People Function towards central IT function and SuccessFactors (including SF implementation partners).

Key Capabilities/Knowledge

• Deep expertise in HRIS systems – SuccessFactors domain is a distinct advantage
• Experience in management of SaaS technology through multi-year cycles
• Commercial understanding to support management of 3rd party vendors
• Business Analyst skillset to document processes and identify improvement opportunities
• Strong business partnering, project/programme management and consultancy skills
• Proven ability to lead or support numerous projects with tight deliverables and high customer expectations

Experience & Qualifications

• HR technology professional with expertise in one or more core domains of HR
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to influence through collaborative behaviours

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and the courage to take on complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds collaborate widely. You’ll experience what happens when diverse perspectives blend disciplines and link technologies, solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture on our careers site.

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Competitive holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal covering Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and more
• Support for the Armed Forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant and Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award
• Volunteering opportunities to support charities and local communities

Our Recruitment Process

We strive for an inclusive recruitment process and a supportive environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect performance in certain assessments, please speak to your Recruiter about reasonable adjustments. National security vetting may be required for some roles; applicants who already hold vetting may transfer it upon appointment. Some roles are subject to additional restrictions related to nationality.

For further information on National Security Vetting, please see the guidance on GOV.UK.