Job Specifications
Role: SAP Data & Analytics Lead – HCM / HR
Location: London, UK
Is it Permanent/ Contract: open for both
Is it Onsite/Remote/Hybrid: Onsite
Overview
We are seeking an experienced SAP Data & Analytics Lead with a strong background in Human Capital Management (HCM) and HR analytics to lead the design and delivery of SAP-based data solutions. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in SAP Datasphere (formerly Data Warehouse Cloud) with a solid understanding of HR data models, business processes, and reporting needs.
You will be responsible for defining and implementing data strategies, data models, and analytics solutions that empower HR and business stakeholders to make data-driven decisions across Talent, Payroll, Learning, Recruitment, and Workforce Planning domains.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of SAP Data & Analytics solutions, focusing on SAP Datasphere, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), and SuccessFactors data integration.
Define and build data models for HR and HCM domains, ensuring alignment with business requirements and SAP best practices.
Collaborate with HR business stakeholders to translate functional HR requirements into scalable data and reporting solutions.
Design and develop data pipelines and data models across HR systems (SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM On-Prem, Payroll, Time Management, and Learning).
Oversee data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes into SAP Datasphere from various HR and non-HR systems.
Define and implement data governance, data quality, and security standards specific to employee and HR data.
Deliver analytics dashboards and KPIs using SAP Analytics Cloud or other visualization tools.
Lead or mentor a small team of data engineers and analysts, ensuring high-quality delivery.
Work closely with cross-functional teams — HR, IT, and Data Governance — to ensure data consistency and compliance with GDPR and privacy standards.
Support HR reporting and workforce analytics use cases, including attrition, diversity, headcount, compensation, and talent management analytics.
Key Skills & Experience:
Technical Skills:
Deep expertise in SAP Datasphere / SAP Data Warehouse Cloud
Strong experience in SAP HANA modeling (Calculation Views, SQL scripting, performance optimization)
Solid understanding of SAP SuccessFactors and/or SAP HCM on-premise data structures and integration models
Hands-on experience with SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) for HR dashboards and reporting
Experience integrating with other HR and third-party systems (Payroll, Finance, Time, etc.)
Strong understanding of ETL processes, data ingestion, and transformation using SAP and non-SAP tools
Knowledge of Data Governance, Data Security, and GDPR compliance in HR data contexts
Functional HR Experience:
Familiarity with HR business processes such as Talent Management, Recruitment, Learning, Compensation, and Workforce Planning
Ability to work closely with HR stakeholders to interpret analytical needs
Understanding of HR KPIs, metrics, and data flows between HR modules
Preferred Skills:
Experience with SAP BW/4HANA, SAP Dataservices, or SAP Integration Suite (CPI)
Familiarity with SuccessFactors Reporting Frameworks (ODS, People Analytics, Canvas Reports)
Exposure to AI/ML for HR analytics or predictive workforce planning
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR Analytics, or a related field
8+ years of experience in SAP Data & Analytics roles
3+ years of experience specifically in HR/HCM data and analytics projects
SAP certifications in Datasphere, HANA, or Analytics Cloud are a plus
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Employment Type
Contract
Job Functions
Information Technology
Skills
Key Performance Indicators
HR Analytics
Analytics
Management
Human Capital Management
Workforce Planning
Human Resources (HR)
Talent Management
Recruiting
About the Company
N Consulting is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in data analytics, digital, cloud and security. We come with experience and specialized skills across industries segments, we offer Consulting , IT Services, Technology and Operations services across the globe. Our quality of people is key to our success who deliver on time, serving clients across America, Europe and Asia. We embrace the power of change to create value and sustainable communities. Visit us at www.n-cons.co.uk.
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