The Role
Serve as the SuccessFactors SME for implementation and post-go-live maintenance. Provide system administration, troubleshooting, integration development, release preparation, reporting, audits, documentation, training, and ensure security and compliance aligned with ISO 27001 and data privacy requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are currently seeking an SAP SuccessFactors Engineer to join our Internal Technology team, on a full-time basis.
This is an exciting time to join Aurora as we have embarked on a People & Culture (P&C) HRMS transformation project, starting with the implementation of SAP SuccessFactors.
In this role, your focus initially will be to embed yourself into the project as a SuccessFactors SME, working with the Aurora project team and selected SAP SuccessFactors implementation partner.
On reaching go-live, you will be the primary technical resource responsible for maintaining and enhancing SAP SuccessFactors within Aurora, using a continuous improvement approach whilst always placing security at the forefront of all design decisions.
You will collaborate with the P&C Systems Manager, Business Analyst and P&C function to understand business requirements and translate them into effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
System Maintenance & Business Support
- Monitor and maintain the SAP SuccessFactors environment to a consistently high level of service and support to ensure adherence to specific OLAs.
- Troubleshoot and resolve functional and technical problems related to the SAP SuccessFactors environment.
- Collaborate with the selected SAP SuccessFactors AMS partner on escalated issues.
- Review, provide recommendations and complete the relevant preparation for the SAP SuccessFactors bi-annual release updates.
- Develop and maintain strong Information Security standards in line with ISO 27001.
Integration Management
- Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot existing SAP SuccessFactors related integrations. Collaborating with other Internal Technology engineers where appropriate.
- Implement new SAP SuccessFactors integrations, where required, collaborating with Internal Technology Business Analysts and Integration Specialists.
System Enhancement & Optimisation
- Communicate effectively and engage with business stakeholders and P&C Systems Manager to identify business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Participate in workshops and meetings related to SAP SuccessFactors and the wider P&C systems improvement initiatives to identify opportunities for automation and process improvements, driving business efficiency and agility.
- Responsible for ensuring that the Aurora change management procedures are followed and that deliverables are to agreed time, quality and cost objectives.
Reporting & Data Analysis
- Gather requirements, develop and deliver P&C reports and dashboards within SAP SuccessFactors that provide insights into Aurora P&C Centre of Excellence areas.
- Conduct regular system audits to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Documentation & Training
- Document all system enhancements in line with the Aurora Internal Technology change management procedures.
- Assist with the documentation of P&C business processes related to the SAP SuccessFactors system.
- Help create and deliver training content to the SAP SuccessFactors end-user base.
Compliance & Security
- Continually work with the P&C and legal teams to ensure that employee data within SuccessFactors is protected and secure.
- Ensure the SuccessFactors configuration is compliant with relevant labour laws and data privacy regulations.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required attributes:
- Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience supporting, configuring and administering SAP SuccessFactors in a global setting
- Strong understanding of the SAP SuccessFactors system architecture
- SAP certified in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and at least 1 additional module
- Strong understanding of P&C best practice processes across core SuccessFactors modules
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders appropriately
- Experience of working with agile methodologies, using tools such as Jira
- Flexible approach to work, positive, can-do attitude, and a team player
- The ability to work independently, to deadlines, managing priorities and making informed technical decisions
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships at all levels
Desirable attributes:
- SAP SuccessFactors EC Time Management certification
SAP SuccessFactors Compensation certification
SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding certification
SAP SuccessFactors Performance & Goals certification
What we offer
Some of the benefits we include are:
- Private Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Parental Support
- Salary-Exchange Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Local Oxford Discounts
- Cycle-to-work Scheme
- Flu Jabs
At AER, we are committed to offering flexibility in the way we work. Most of our roles are hybrid with a mix of in-office/home working and potentially adjustable working hours. Let’s discuss what works for you and AER during the interview process.
The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity.
To apply, please submit your Résumé / CV, a personal summary, your salary expectations and please inform us of your notice period.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications via email, telephone, or social media platforms. To be considered for this position, please submit your application using the link provided. Applications submitted through any other channel will not be reviewed.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications via email, telephone, or social media platforms. To be considered for this position, please submit your application using the link provided. Applications submitted through any other channel will not be reviewed.
About
From its academic roots, Aurora Energy Research is a thriving, rapidly growing company, currently serving over 1000 of the world’s most influential energy sector participants, including utilities, investors, and governments. While we constantly strive to reach new markets and diversify our product portfolio, we are already active across the globe in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe, South Africa and North America, working with leading organisations to provide comprehensive market intelligence, bespoke analytic and advisory services, and cutting-edge software. We are a diverse team of experts with vast energy, financial, and consulting backgrounds, covering power, hydrogen, carbon, and fossil commodities. With this, we provide data-driven intelligence to fuel strategic decisions in the global energy transformation.
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years hands-on experience supporting, configuring and administering SAP SuccessFactors in a global setting
- Strong understanding of SAP SuccessFactors system architecture
- SAP certified in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and at least one additional module
- Strong understanding of People & Culture (P&C) best practice processes across core SuccessFactors modules
- Experience working with agile methodologies and tools such as Jira
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to work independently to deadlines, manage priorities and make informed technical decisions
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships at all levels
- Experience monitoring, maintaining and troubleshooting SuccessFactors integrations
- Experience developing and maintaining information security standards in line with ISO 27001
- SAP SuccessFactors EC Time Management certification
- SAP SuccessFactors Compensation certification
- SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding certification
- SAP SuccessFactors Performance & Goals certification
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What We Do
From its academic roots, Aurora Energy Research has grown to become the largest dedicated power market analytics company in Europe, providing data-driven intelligence for strategic decisions in the global energy transformation. We are a diverse team of over 350 experts with vast energy, financial and consulting backgrounds, covering power, hydrogen, carbon and fossil commodities. We are active in Europe, APAC and the US, working with world-leading organisations to provide comprehensive market intelligence, bespoke analytic and advisory services, and cutting-edge software.
