An excellent opportunity for a Permanent HR Systems Manager to join a leading, fast-paced, commercial organisation in Milton Keynes. You will be responsible for managing a team of 6 HR Data Analysts and leading them through an HR system implementation of Workday through to BAU. Responsibilities include: * Leading the project delivery of the implementation of HR modules of Workday. * Provide leadership and direction in the continuous improvement and interconnectivity of the existing HR system, ensuring governance in line with legislation, including data protection. * Lead the introduction and enhancement of Workday processes and business architecture to ensure successful configuration, deployment, and performance. * Manage development activities through a structured project methodology framework, delivering to plan. * Engage in the delivery and regular review of the HR plan and risk controls. People Analytics: * Develop and implement systematic and accessible methods for obtaining timely and accurate workforce data and management information, encouraging self-service wherever possible. * Produce and interpret timely and meaningful management/KPI reports, highlighting trends and insights, and promoting proactive people management activities. * Define and implement a strategic approach to people analytics for business, agreeing on people metrics/KPIs. * Guide the business on the journey of using data for business decisions. The Profile: * You must have proven experience as an HRIS Manager, who has led Workday HR implementation projects from end-end within large, complex, multi-site organisations. * You must have experience of leading HR systems implementation and upgrades from the internal client side. * Comprehensive experience in developing, mapping, analysing, redesigning, and implementing continuous data process improvements for risk management, corporate governance, efficiency, and stakeholder service. * Previous experience in HR Data Analytics and using data for business decisions. * You must have experience managing a team. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk