Lead Data Engineer

Are you a hands-on data driven HR professional who loves transforming people operations through technology?

This 12 month fixed term contract is a fantastic opportunity to lead the technical HR Data Strategy and governance for a global firm rolling out SuccessFactors HRIS

Key details:

• Role: Lead Data Engineer (SAP Success Factors)
• Contract: 12-month FTC
• Salary: Up to £90,000
• Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days a week in-office)
• Reports to: HRIS Manager

Why you'll love this role:

• Work at the heart of a major HRIS transformation programme.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, and vendor teams across multiple locations.
• Influence how people data supports business decisions, compliance, and workforce planning.
• Benefit from flexible hybrid working, private medical cover, gym subsidies, and a wide range of wellbeing perks.

What you'll be doing:

• Define and implement HR data strategy and governance frameworks.
• Lead data migration from Legacy systems to a new HR SaaS platform.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and GDPR compliance.
• Partner with HR and BI teams to deliver insights, dashboards, and analytics capabilities.
• Train and support HR colleagues in best practice data use and reporting.

What you'll bring:

• Expertise in HRIS data management (eg Workday, Oracle, SAP SuccessFactors).
• Strong data governance and compliance experience (GDPR essential).
• Proficiency with Excel, SQL, and Power BI or similar.
• A consultative, collaborative style with the confidence to influence stakeholders.
• Background in HR transformation or system implementation projects.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.