HR Solution Architect - Solution Architect

Solution Architect (Contract) IR35: Outside Duration: 6 months Location: Manchester (Hybrid 2-3 days a week on site) A key client of ours is looking for a skilled Solution Architect to support several critical HR technology projects on a temporary basis. This role will focus on the design and implementation of key HR systems, ensuring they meet the needs of the business and integrate seamlessly with existing platforms. As a Solution Architect, you will lead the architecture and technical design for multiple HR initiatives, including a new Employee Relations Case Management system, a Benefits platform integrated with SAP Employee Central Payroll, and an Employee Engagement survey platform using Qualtrics. You’ll play a vital role in delivering these solutions within project timelines and ensuring they align with our broader IT strategy. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with Business Analysts and Business Stakeholders to ensure that technical solutions meet project requirements and align with future-state business processes. Design and implement HR technology solutions, ensuring compliance with internal business and technical governance processes. Produce detailed design documentation and secure the necessary approvals from relevant stakeholders. Work closely with internal technology teams to ensure that designs align with established architectural patterns and frameworks. Identify and address any design gaps, working with SMEs and external suppliers to develop appropriate solutions. Provide hands-on technical leadership, ensuring successful and timely delivery of project objectives. Key Projects You Will Work On: Employee Relations Case Management System: Lead the design and implementation of a system to streamline and enhance employee relations processes. Benefits Platform: Architect a new benefits platform that integrates with SAP Employee Central Payroll, ensuring seamless data flow and process alignment. Employee Engagement Survey Platform: Design and deploy an engagement survey solution based on the Qualtrics platform. Skills and Experience Required: Proven experience as a Solution Architect, with a focus on HR technology platforms. Experience with SAP SuccessFactors is highly preferred. Strong architectural background, with the ability to drive design decisions and see them through to completion within project timelines. Integration experience with SAP Cloud Process Integration / Integration Suite would be beneficial.  Experience with payroll systems, particularly SAP Employee Central Payroll, is a plus. Demonstrated success in leading technology integration projects in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Self-motivated and able to provide technical leadership in a contract role, driving projects forward with minimal supervision