Human Resource Information System Manager

About Azizi Developments

Azizi Developments is among the foremost private real estate developers in the UAE, recognized for iconic projects and a driven corporate team. The team spans various business functions including finance, HR, marketing, legal, and operations, all dedicated to strategic innovation and growth. The company emphasizes purpose, transparency, integrity, and value creation, making it a strong environment for career advancement in a fast-paced, results-driven setting.

Role Overview

The HRIS Manager will be accountable for the oversight, advancement, and upkeep of the SAP SuccessFactors platform within the organization. This position’s goal is to ensure the HR system effectively supports departmental and organizational needs while safeguarding data quality, maximizing functionality, maintaining security, and promoting continual process enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee SAP SuccessFactors platforms, including Employee Central (EC), LMS, Performance & Goals Management (PMGM), Onboarding, and Recruiting Management (RCM), ensuring accuracy, robust security, and operational efficiency.
• Act as the principal contact for all SAP SuccessFactors system queries, issues, improvements, and innovations.
• Manage system configuration, periodic updates, business rule creation, workflow optimization, role-based access permissions, and seamless integration with payroll, timekeeping, Smart Recruiters, and other internal or third-party systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, IT, implementation consultants, and other stakeholders to uncover system needs, propose effective solutions, and align results with business goals.
• Maintain and verify integrity of HR data, including employee records, organizational charts, reporting lines, workflows, and master data.
• Lead the execution of SuccessFactors lifecycle events such as implementations, upgrades, feature enhancements, testing phases, user acceptance, cutovers, and providing support after deployment.
• Support the integration and deployment of Smart Recruiters alongside SAP SuccessFactors for improved recruitment operations.
• Create and update comprehensive documentation including system specs, process guidelines, training programs, and user manuals.
• Deliver training sessions to HR administrators, managers, and business users focused on SuccessFactors capabilities and optimal practices.
• Produce and interpret HR analytics, reports, dashboards, and workforce metrics to enable data-informed decision making.
• Stay updated with SAP SuccessFactors product releases, assess their relevance, coordinate regression testing, and recommend valuable new features for implementation.
• Ensure the strict protection of HR information privacy, system security, compliance with regulations, and corporate policies.
• Manage vendor and partner relationships effectively, including service level agreements and support arrangements with system providers.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands-on functional expertise with SAP SuccessFactors, especially Employee Central.
• Functional proficiency in additional modules like LMS, PMGM, Onboarding, and RCM.
• Proven experience with SuccessFactors system implementation, configuration, testing, and ongoing production support.
• Strong familiarity with HR operational processes, employee lifecycle workflows, business rule definitions, and role-based access controls.
• Excellent skills in stakeholder management, analytical thinking, documentation, and troubleshooting.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledge or prior experience with Smart Recruiters platform integration.
• Expertise in integrating SAP SuccessFactors with recruitment systems, payroll, timekeeping, or other external platforms.
• Familiarity with SAP Integration Suite/CPI and SuccessFactors integration utilities.
• Possession of SAP SuccessFactors certification(s) in relevant functional modules.