Human Resources

About the work

Who the specialist will work with HR Director HR Heads of Department CIO Internal IT teams External Suppliers

What the specialist will work on

• The HR Systems Consultant will be required to document the:
• scope based on the business needs
• functional system requirements categorised using MoSCoW
• high level business process models -gap analysis of functional system requirements against existing system(s)
• map the functional requirements to standard application functionality that is available in COTS HR products and highlight any custom/bespoke requirements
• summary of the findings and recommend an approach to meet the business requirements.

The functional areas will include but not be limited to:

• Workforce Management
• Training & Development
• Performance Management
• Talent & Succession Planning
• Reward & Recognition
• Recruitment

Work setup

Address where the work will take place London based (Gresham Street) as the business stakeholders are predominantly based there. Travel to other NHSPS offices may be required.

Working arrangements

The specialist is expected to be self-managed and proficient in asking the right questions to elicit requirements and information. The specialist will be proactive and will schedule required workshops with relevant stakeholders and will organise the sessions to maximise the value from the stakeholders involvement. It is anticipated that for the duration of the assignment, the specialist will be based onsite at NHSPS premises. Any incurred expenses will need to be factored into the day rate. Own laptop and required software is to be provided by the specialist. Access to guest wi-fi networks will be provided by NHSPS.

Skills and experience

Essential skills and experience 

• 10 years work experience specialising in HR systems
• At least 5 years extensive experience in producing strategy papers and getting senior managment approval
• At least 3 years hands-on experience with business requirements gathering/analysis
• Must be detail orientated/articulate with strong time management and organizational skills

Nice-to-have skills and experience 

• Detailed knowledge of the leading HR software solutions
• Experience of articulating the benefits and pros and cons of various HR solutions
• Experience of implementing HR improvement transformation projects.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.