SAP HCM Lead

Posted 8 hours 3 minutes ago by Red - The Global SAP Solutions Provider

Contract
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Public Sector Jobs
Not Specified, Poland
Job Description

SAP HCM Lead Consultant

Location: Remote from Europe (Occasional travel to Abu Dhabi)
Start Date: ASAP (1-month notice maximum)
Contract Duration: Minimum 12 months
Engagement Type: Contract/Freelance

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced SAP HCM Lead Consultant to join a major digital transformation programme within the public sector. This is a long-term engagement, offering the opportunity to lead the delivery of complex SAP HCM solutions and automation initiatives within a dynamic, enterprise-level environment.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with deep functional expertise, a strong understanding of automation technologies, and the ability to collaborate across HR, IT, and business teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP HCM modules including:

    • Time Management

    • Payroll

    • Personnel Administration

    • Employee & Manager Self-Service

  • Deliver high-quality functional specifications and system configurations aligned with business requirements.

  • Drive automation use cases such as:

    • Auto-generation of work schedules & rotation plans

    • Payroll simulation and reconciliation

    • AI-powered onboarding workflows

    • Automated document generation and management

  • Conduct workshops with business stakeholders and gather functional/technical requirements.

  • Oversee system integration with third-party tools and ensure seamless interoperability.

  • Manage testing, training, and cut-over activities for successful go-lives.

  • Ensure data integrity across SAP and connected systems.

  • Support the roll out of AI, ML, RPA and OCR-based enhancements for:

    • Work-flow actor validation

    • Automated compliance tracking

    • Letter generation and template management


Required Skills & Experience

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience with SAP HCM as a functional consultant or solution lead.

  • Strong background in Time Management, Payroll, and Self-Service configurations.

  • Proven success delivering automation or AI-enhanced HR processes.

  • Experience integrating SAP HCM with external/third-party systems.

  • Ability to translate business goals into scalable SAP solutions.

  • Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.

  • Able to lead functional teams and work cross-functionally in global environments.


Desirable Skills

  • Familiarity with:

    • SAP Fiori apps

    • SAP SuccessFactors

    • OCR/ML technologies

    • RPA platforms (eg, UiPath, Automation Anywhere)

  • Experience working in public sector or large-scale HR transformation programs.


Other Details

  • Must be open to occasional travel to Abu Dhabi.

  • Candidates should be able to start immediately or within 4 weeks.

  • Excellent communication skills in English are essential.

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