In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering HR technology projects across the EMEA region while helping shape and execute the HRIS roadmap. Working closely with HR leaders, IT teams, and external partners, you will ensure our HR systems continue to support business needs and drive operational excellence.
This is a senior individual contributor role with a strong focus on project management, stakeholder engagement, and HR technology transformation. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading complex initiatives, working across functions, and driving change in a global environment.
If you are passionate about HR technology, project delivery, and driving business change through digital solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities- Lead and deliver HRIS projects from initiation through implementation and post-go-live support.
- Coordinate and maintain the EMEA HRIS project portfolio and roadmap.
- Partner with HR management, HR process owners, IT teams, and external vendors to gather and translate business requirements into digital solutions.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring delivery against agreed timelines, scope, and quality standards
- Drive improvements and optimization across the HR technology landscape, including initiatives involving Cornerstone, Oracle HCM, and other HR systems.
- Support governance, compliance, documentation, and reporting activities related to HR technology projects.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across HR, IT, and the wider business community.
- Stay informed on HR technology trends, vendor roadmaps, and industry best practices.
You are a hands-on project manager with strong HR systems experience and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. You enjoy taking ownership, can work independently, and are comfortable balancing strategic projects with operational priorities.
You also have:
- A university degree.
- In-depth knowledge of HRIS/HRIT systems and processes.
- Proven experience delivering large-scale system or digital transformation projects.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to demonstrate successful project ownership and delivery.
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders across HR, IT, business teams, and external partners.
- Experience working in a large multinational or enterprise environment.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
Professional working proficiency in English. Dutch would be an advantage.
Nice to have
- Experience with Oracle HCM.
- Experience with Cornerstone.
- Oracle HCM and/or Cornerstone certifications.
- Experience with HR system implementations, enhancements, or integrations.
What we offer
This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping Canon's HR technology landscape across EMEA. You will work on strategic projects, collaborate with international stakeholders, and contribute to building a more integrated and future-focused HR Digital & Operations function.
In addition to a competitive salary, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
- Hybrid working policy
- Performance-based bonus
- 31 days annual leave
- Pension plan
- Bicycle plan
- Up to 30% discount on Canon products
- Free parking, excellent subsidized restaurant
- Onsite gym
- Full reimbursement of public transport costs and partial car cost reimbursement
- Learning and development opportunities, including access to professional certifications and training
- An international working environment with colleagues across EMEA
- A visible role with ownership of Canon's core IT Service Management platform and processes
- The opportunity to directly influence service quality, automation, reporting, and user experience across the organization
Location
This position is based in Amstelveen, the Netherlands.
To ensure a smooth onboarding and effective collaboration, we are currently focusing on candidates already residing within the European Union.
Even if you don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. We'd love to hear from you.
Canon Core Behaviours
- Drive for results
- Focus on the Customer
- Take ownership and accountability
- Act as a team player
- Shows courage and conviction
- People orientated
- Caring for self and others
Job Family: HR General
Grade: 13
Skills Required
- University degree
- In-depth knowledge of HRIS/HRIT systems and processes
- Proven experience delivering large-scale system or digital transformation projects
- Strong project management skills with demonstrated project ownership and delivery
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders across HR, IT, business teams, and external partners
- Experience working in a large multinational or enterprise environment
- Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
- Professional working proficiency in English
- Dutch language skills
- Experience with Oracle HCM
- Experience with Cornerstone
- Oracle HCM and/or Cornerstone certifications
- Experience with HR system implementations, enhancements, or integrations
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
- Residing within the European Union (candidates within EU preferred)
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Parental & Family Support — Family-support policies in Japan extend childcare leave, caregiver leave, and reduced-hour schedules beyond legal minimums. Several group companies have earned government accreditation for family-friendly practices and promote active paid-leave usage.
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