Group Head of HR Systems, Processes

1 week ago

UK, UK, United Kingdom Azets Full time

This position can be based anywhere within the locations that we operate, which currently include UK, Ireland, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Estonia and Romania.


Azets is also open to suggestions for flexible working arrangements. Please talk to our Recruitment Team about what you think could work so that we can bear this in mind during your application process.


About Azets

Azets saw the light of day in 2016, as a result of bringing leading edge UK and Nordic business services companies together. For decades, we have provided business-critical support to thousands of clients throughout the UK and the Nordic region. Today, we are an international accounting, tax, advisory and business services company that delivers a personal experience, both digitally and at your door. We are on a mission to help organisations of all shapes and sizes achieve their ambitions, saving them precious time to focus on what they do best.


As we continue our ambitious plans and deliver on our pathway strategy, we're on a mission to transform Azets into a beacon of excellence in employee experience, ensuring we are recognised as the best place to work. We’re committed to attracting, nurturing, engaging, and retaining the brightest talents.


Imagine being part of a forward-thinking company that values your skills, fuels your aspirations, and celebrates your success. At Azets, you’ll have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment and contribute to shaping our future (there is plenty to do). If you’re interested in learning more about Azets, the role and how you could make an impact, please do get in touch.



The role

The Group Head of HR Systems, Processes and Analytics is responsible for leading the strategic development and operational excellence of HR systems, processes and data analytics across the business. This role focuses on leveraging technology and data to streamline HR operations, enhance decision-making and drive organisational performance. The role currently combines the operational responsibility of providing HR reports on a scheduled and ad hoc basis with the strategic responsibility of providing the business with the tools and systems needed to implement and sustain standardised processes across the Group. Our ambition is to empower the wider HR community and business leaders to become more self-sufficient with HR data and analytics, providing them with the support and actionable insights they need to drive the business forward.


The role holder will be an integral member of the Group Senior HR Leadership Team (a small but mighty team of 7), contributing to the development and delivery of group-wide people strategies and systems landscape which will underpin long term business growth and success. Working collaboratively across the Azets HR community will be fundamental to the success of this role.



Key responsibilities


Leadership and Strategy:

  • Craft and implement a comprehensive HR systems and analytics strategy aligned with our organisational goals and stakeholder needs.
  • Guide and mentor a team of HR analytics and systems professionals, supporting their growth and professional development.
  • Partner with senior leadership to address HR-related business challenges through data-driven insights.
  • Stay ahead of emerging trends and best practices in HR analytics and systems to deliver impactful innovations.
  • Drive continuous improvement in HR efficiency, focusing on maintaining a high quality service delivery whilst reducing our cost to serve.


HR Systems Management:

  • Develop and execute a HR systems improvement strategy, including business cases and implementation plans for necessary changes.
  • Ensure effective operation of key HR systems and collaborate with IT and HR stakeholders to address any issues.
  • Ensure HR processes and system configurations are standardised across countries.
  • Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and contribute to process mapping and design.
  • Oversee the seamless integration of acquisitions into Azets' HR systems.
  • Lead the implementation of new HR technologies and system upgrades.
  • Ensure the security, integrity, and confidentiality of HR data in collaboration with IT and external vendors.


Data Integrity and Analytics:

  • Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of Azets' People data through effective data governance.
  • Establish documented common data definitions aligned with Finance,
  • Manage HR data in line with GDPR requirements.
  • Utilise HR data to provide actionable insights for decision-making and strategic planning.


HR MI Dashboards:

  • Develop and maintain HR MI dashboards (Tableau) to measure Group People data against targets.
  • Ensure stakeholders have access to dashboards and provide actionable insights to stakeholders
  • Act as the Business Owner of HR KPIs


Project and Transformation Management:

  • Map current operating models and propose a standard approach to target operating models across support functions.
  • Develop a detailed Job Architecture framework.
  • Lead broader HR projects as required.


Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Act as the main point of contact for HR analytics and systems initiatives, communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Work closely with BU HR Leaders, Finance, IT, and other departments to understand their needs and ensure HR systems support their objectives.
  • Provide training and support to HR colleagues and other users to maximise the effectiveness of HR analytics tools and systems.


Skills & experience

  • Recognised HR or related qualification
  • Experience of working in a senior /central HR role, driving People Analytics and setting standards for HR data, driving change initiatives within HR
  • Experience of working in a global organisation
  • Experience of leading a multi-disciplinary team and the proven ability to influence and drive change
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.
  • Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • The experience, confidence and skill set to serve as a coach/trusted advisor for senior leaders
  • Proficiency in creating interactive and visually compelling dashboards and reports (or working with data teams to produce dashboards and reports). Experience in working with various data sources.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and complex formula creation. Experience in data analysis, modelling, and automation using Excel.
  • Excellent market knowledge of relevant HR systems and reporting tools
  • Has good business acumen, balancing theory and practicality to define solutions

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