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We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.
We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.
We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.
We employ people who share our core values. We expect our people to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious, driven by a desire to do the right thing. We strive for excellence, work collaboratively, and are genuinely excited by our work.
We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level. Working with us means being part of a team that is harnessing technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry.
We are not your average workplace.
The HR Process Improvement Lead will be responsible for optimising HR systems, processes and technology to support a high-performance culture. This role plays a critical part in enabling managers and employees to achieve business goals by ensuring efficient, compliant and user-friendly HR operations. As the HR lead for our HRIS system, Workday, you will drive continuous improvement and innovation in our people systems in close collaboration with Enterprise IT and external partners.
What You Will Do
* Identify current or missing processes which are inefficient and implement improvements using automation wherever possible and creating accurate process maps;
* Drive the optimisation of Workday to ensure it serves as the accurate and trusted source of all people data, while increasing adoption and effective use by both managers and employees;
* Look for opportunities to stop or reduce 'admin' and non-value add work whilst ensuring compliance;
* Manage the relationship and contract with the outsourced HR team in South Africa to ensure the highest standards of service are provided and work with them to identify ongoing improvements;
* Work with Finance and the HR Team to ensure accurate payroll information by the necessary deadlines;
* Develop a suite of reports from Workday including the necessary analysis and narrative to support meaningful decision making and demonstrate progress towards goals;
* Working with our brokers, manage the benefit renewals globally ensuring the best value for employees and Ocean infinity is implemented;
* Standardise processes across countries, where possible, and ensure compliance with current policies and processes across the business making recommendations for improvement where needed;
* Lead initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and the overall employee experience with HR systems and processes;
* Identify areas with high volumes of queries or 'pain points' and look for proactive tech enabled solutions to reduce query volumes;
* Support any and all ESG initiatives with a particular focus on improving diversity in Ocean Infinity;
* Lead on or be part of HR projects that support business goals;
* Support change management and communication efforts related to HR systems and processes, being a role model for change within Ocean Infinity and supporting managers with the effective cascade of information and knowledge.
Who You Are
* Experienced leading remote HR Operations teams
* A Workday expert with deep, hands-on experience in configuration, optimisation, and reporting.
* Proven track record of delivering HR process improvements that reduce admin, increase efficiency, and enhance employee experience.
* Skilled in using data and reporting (Workday, Excel, PowerPoint, Word) to generate insights and support decision-making.
* Comfortable leading on automation and technology-enabled solutions, with a strong interest in innovation and AI.
* CIPD Associate Membership (or above).
* Ability to take ownership and engagement in the work;
* Integrity, credibility and maturity for confidential issues;
* Strong communication skills;
* Enthusiastic about protecting people and the planet.
Salary for this position:
Up to £70,000 per annum
Salary
: The salary varies for this position as we are recruiting in multiple regional locations and job grades. The salary process is based on skills, abilities, and experience required.
What You Can Expect
At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone's differences. We are driven by transforming the industry, through our technology, thoughts, behaviours and actions. Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are. It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.
There is more work to be done, and we know that we aren't perfect, but our commitment to these values is unwavering. They are central to our mission and the impact we have on the industry, meaning, we cannot live without them.