HC Systems Manager
Mukuru · Cape Town, Western Cape
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- You'll be the driving force behind our Human Capital technology landscape, ensuring our systems are efficient, connected, scalable, and future ready.
Your key focus areas will include
Leading Our People Technology Ecosystem
- Own and optimise our Human Capital systems landscape, including HRIS, ATS, payroll and other people technologies.
- Develop and execute the HC technology roadmap aligned to business and People strategy.
- Drive system enhancements, integrations, testing, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with Technology, Finance, Payroll and business stakeholders to deliver seamless employee experiences.
Transforming the Way, We Work Through AI
- Identify opportunities to automate and improve People processes using AI and intelligent automation.
- Design and implement AI-powered solutions, workflows and digital experiences.
- Support adoption of emerging technologies that improve efficiency, reporting and decision-making.
- Evaluate new tools and innovations that can create measurable business value.
Driving Payroll Systems Excellence
- Act as the custodian of the payroll systems environment, ensuring functionality, governance and continuous optimisation.
- Partner closely with Payroll teams to support system requirements, enhancements and reporting needs.
- Ensure payroll technology supports remuneration practices, compliance requirements and business growth.
Optimising Recruitment Technology
- Partner with Talent Acquisition teams to enhance ATS functionality and candidate experience.
- Improve recruitment workflows, automation and system integrations.
- Ensure recruitment technology remains secure, efficient and scalable.
Delivering Meaningful Insights
- Leverage data and analytics to provide actionable workforce insights.
- Improve reporting capabilities and support data-driven decision-making across the business.
- Champion data integrity and governance across all Human Capital systems.
What We're Looking For
- We're seeking someone who combines technical expertise with strong business understanding and a genuine passion for People technology.
Experience
- 8+ years' experience working with HR technology, HRIS, payroll systems or enterprise systems environments.
- Proven experience leading system optimisation, integrations and digital transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with HRIS, ATS and payroll platforms.
- Strong knowledge of remuneration, payroll processes and associated governance requirements.
- Experience managing vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience implementing AI, automation or workflow transformation solutions.
Technical Capability
You'll thrive in this role if you have experience with
- HRIS and ATS platforms
- PaySpace or similar payroll solutions
- API integrations and workflow automation
- Microsoft Copilot and AI-enabled technologies
- Power Automate, automation platforms and digital workflow tools
- Data analytics and reporting solutions
Skills That Will Set You Apart
- Strategic thinking
- Systems and process optimisation
- Stakeholder management and influencing capability
- Business analysis and problem solving
- Change management and communication skills
- Curiosity around AI and emerging technologies
- Strong attention to detail and execution focus