SAP HR Functional Consultant

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking a SAP HR Functional Consultant to support the design and implementation of HR processes and systems. The role involves collaborating with business stakeholders, enhancing HR processes, and ensuring solutions meet quality requirements. Competitive salary with excellent benefits and growth opportunities in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year

Generous Pension Scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in implementing SuccessFactors solutions.
• Experience in Agile methodologies.
• A proven record in leading project cycles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand HR process requirements.
• Design and configure SuccessFactors modules.
• Provide ongoing support for end-users during the post-implementation phase.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SuccessFactors

ABAP

Job description

Job title SAP HR Functional Consultant Ref 41422 Division Digital Location Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Salary Offering between £60,000 to £70,000 per annum depending on experience Job grade B Closing date 15/07/2025

As a SAP HR Functional Consultant, you will bring expertise in process analysis, process and system design, systems development, configuration, testing, implementation, and training.

You will support Projects and Product Teams to guide delivery, ensure solutions and specifications meet our quality requirements, and ultimately deliver the technology roadmap to support digital transformation. In addition, you will work closely with the Business Stakeholders to limit the customisation only to those that are differentiating and adopt best practice processes in those that are not.

What you’ll be doing as a SAP HR Functional Consultant

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand HR process requirements. Design and configure SuccessFactors modules, aligning the system with organisational needs while adhering to best practices.
• Engage with business users to gather detailed functional requirements, translating them into system configurations that enhance HR processes.
• Design and execute comprehensive testing procedures to ensure system functionality, data integrity, and compliance with requirements. Address any issues identified during testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve functional issues encountered by users, collaborating with technical teams, if necessary, to ensure a seamless user experience.
• Provide ongoing support for end-users during the post-implementation phase, addressing inquiries, issues, and feedback.
• Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and user guides to facilitate knowledge sharing and future reference
• Participate in Agile processes, such as daily stand-ups and sprint planning, to ensure the successful delivery of project tasks within the team.

What you should bring to the role

• Hands-on experience in implementing SuccessFactors solutions
• A proven track record of successfully leading and participating in full project cycles, from requirement gathering and design to configuration, testing, and post-go-live support
• Experience in working within Agile methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with business stakeholders, technical teams, and fellow consultants to drive project success. Effective communication, active listening, and a willingness to share knowledge and insights contribute to a positive team environment.
• Ability to analyse complex HR business processes, identify pain points, and propose innovative solutions that leverage SAP HR and SuccessFactors capabilities
• a foundational understanding of ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming)
• Proficient in creating test scripts, performing system testing, and ensuring solutions meet the defined requirements before implementation

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £60,000 to £70,000 per annum depending on experience
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process . Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support .

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.