SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.
We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.
Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.
A Fantastic Opportunity: SAP HR Senior Systems Lead
In this role, you will lead the project management of the HR and Payroll elements of our SAP system, ensuring streamlined functionality, consistent performance, and continual development of system capability. You will act as the HR systems expert, supporting enhancements across SAP and other integrated platforms to ensure seamless delivery of HR information and payroll services. Working closely with Internal IT, third party suppliers, and wider business teams, you’ll help maintain effective, fit for purpose system processes and ensure strong governance and compliance across HR Information, Payroll, and Benefits.
You will be responsible for system governance and managing the annual calendar of IT supported deliverables, including organisational structures, controls, and management information requirements. A key aspect of your role will involve mapping HR and payroll processes, advising on legal data requirements, and overseeing robust system testing to ensure continuity of service. You will also lead on disaster recovery planning for SAP and maintain high standards of internal controls, data protection, and system security.
Another key part of the position will be designing, developing, and maintaining meaningful HR management information using tools such as Power BI. You will provide both routine and ad hoc reporting to support business needs, ensuring documentation is always audit-ready and aligned with group requirements. In addition, you will identify opportunities to improve system integrity, efficiency, and alignment with the HR strategy, escalating issues and recommending solutions where needed.
As a leader, you will manage and develop a small MI and Systems Team, supporting the delivery of key annual processes such as benefit enrolment, performance reviews, and bonus cycles. You will also play a vital role in supporting knowledge transfer across the wider HR team to ensure consistent, accurate use of system functionality. Working collaboratively with internal IT leads and external suppliers, you will oversee SAP updates, manage development activity, and approve system changes within agreed budgets.
What we’re looking for
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:
Expert knowledge of SAP HCM and Payroll essential
Knowledge of SAP HCM/Payroll configuration essential
SAP HCM certification desirable
Project Management qualification or extensive experience
Experience of Developing IT Systems
Experience of using and developing Power BI
Experience of managing external IT support (off shore)
Previous People Management experience desirable
What we’re offering
We value your expertise and inclusive leadership. In return, you’ll receive:
An annual bonus scheme
25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
Private Healthcare
An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
A market-leading contributory pension scheme
Employee assistance programme
Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.
If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at careers@enwl.co.uk or call 0845 366 0092 (option 2).
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a Drug & Alcohol test.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable