HR Technology Architect

Join Wilhelmsen Global Business Services (GBS) as HR Technology Architect

Location: Norway (Lysaker) | Type: Full-time, Hybrid

GBS is looking for an HR Technology Architect to join our organization to manage our global HR technology portfolio, including Workday.  

In this role you will play a key role in supporting the HR & people agenda through the effective use of technology to improve employee experience. This includes operational management of the HR technology portfolio & international support team, as well as strategic direction & implementation of new technologies. The position reports to the Director Workforce Technology in Global Business Services. 

What will you work on: 

• Responsible for management of global HR technology portfolio & architecture 

• Leadership of internal HR technology support team, located in Europe & Asia  

• Close collaboration with business units & global process owners on HR & people process design   

• Optimize employee experience in the delivery of HR services through technology & digitalization 

• Manage relationships with HR technology vendors on an operational & strategic level 

• Ensure regulatory compliance & manage risks across HR technology portfolio (e.g. GDPR, cyber security, ESG, human rights etc.) 

• Support business growth & HR Technology impacts on M&A projects 

What you need to be successful in the role: 

• Global HR Systems / Workday: A track record of implementation &/or operational support of global cloud-based HR systems, with Workday knowledge as a prerequisite 

• HR Technology & Digitalization: Good market knowledge of HR technology & digitalization and how these can be applied to improve employee experience in the delivery of HR services (e.g. HR portals, automation, AI etc.)  

• HR & People Processes: Good general understanding of key people processes across the employee lifecycle 

• People Management: Experience of leading, engaging & motivating international teams across multiple cultures & geographies 

• Program & Project Management: The ability to manage the improvement program & run complex HR functional & technology projects. 

• Stakeholder Management: Strong stakeholder management & communication skills towards different types of stakeholders including HR, business leaders, senior executives & external partners  

• Way of working: Experience with SCRUM and the agile framework 

What we are looking for:   

• Customer-focused and excellent command of English 

• Ability to drive results with a sense of initiative & assertiveness 

• Curiosity towards new ways of working, technologies & digitalization 

• Pro-active attitude with a strong sense of ownership 

• Strong interpersonal skills - ability to get along with diverse personalities and cultures 

• Flexible, out-of-the-box thinker who is comfortable working under pressure 

What it’s like to work with us:  

We can offer a culture and work environment of strong leadership, career development, work-life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. Our organization thrives by using modern tools and is eager to utilize the business opportunities that come with new digital tools and skills. Beyond this, we have benefits that include, but are not limited to:  

• Global exposure with the possibility of occasional travel to regional offices 

• An interesting role with multiple tasks and fast pace 

• Great team with good collaboration across the HR network & with the business 

• Flexible working arrangements  

• Competitive pension plan 

• Company cabins - including international apartments 

• Social events year round (e.g., wine tastings, cooking classes, yoga, dance, and rock-climbing lessons etc.)   

• Sports club membership that includes sporting and cultural activities (e.g., group training in our gymnasium, sailing, theatre, and concert tickets etc.)