HRIS Specialist

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £ There are no limits to where you can take your career.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented SAP SuccessFactors Systems Specialist to design, implement, and support integrations between SAP SuccessFactors and various internal and external systems.  This role requires in-depth knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors modules, middleware tools (such as SAP CPI), and HR business processes.  The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring seamless data exchange and automation across systems working closely within the HRIS team, and with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure process efficiency, and an exceptional user experience.

This is a remote first job opportunity with an expectation of some travel both across the UK and internationally. Travel will be infrequent and will include plenty of notice.

• Design, develop, and maintain integrations between SAP SuccessFactors and other enterprise applications (SAP and non-SAP systems).
• Leverage middleware platforms (e.g., SAP Cloud Platform Integration - CPI, Dell Boomi, MuleSoft, etc.) to build, test, and deploy interfaces.
• Collaborate with functional consultants, HR teams, and third-party vendors to gather integration requirements.
• Perform data mapping, transformation, and validation tasks.
• Monitor and troubleshoot integration issues and work with relevant teams for resolution.
• Ensure integration solutions comply with internal security, compliance, and governance policies.
• Document integration designs, configuration, and technical specifications.
• Support upgrades, patches, and new module implementations in SuccessFactors.
• Stay up to date with SAP SuccessFactors releases and integration best practices.

Required:

• 3+ years of experience in SAP SuccessFactors integration projects.
• Proficiency in SAP Cloud Platform Integration (SAP CPI/HCI), APIs (REST/SOAP), and XML/JSON.
• Experience with integration of SuccessFactors modules such as Employee Central, Recruiting, Onboarding, LMS, and Compensation.
• Strong understanding of HR business processes and data security concepts (e.g., GDPR, SSO).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred and not required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• SAP SuccessFactors Integration certification.
• Experience with Dell Boomi, MuleSoft, or other iPaaS platforms.
• Knowledge of SAP ECC or S/4HANA integration with SuccessFactors.
• Familiarity with SAP BTP and Intelligent Services Center (ISC).

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.

Once you're on board you'll get the following perks and benefits:
*Please note that this benefits package relates to UK workers only.

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Discretionary company bonus up to 15%.
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we'll match your contributions up to a 1:1.5 basis. Up to 12% employer contributions
• Life Assurance 8 x salary.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Flexible working hours.
• Income protection.
• Shopping discounts.
• Cycle To Work Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family.
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment.

As well as a competitive package we'll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly We'll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That's the beauty of being part of a global business, once you're on board you never know where you career journey may take you

We'll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further.  And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN.  We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.  It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'.  By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​
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