Global Senior Manager, Global Talent Systems

Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. We are the world's largest global law firm, with 12,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight.

We are currently looking to create an exciting new Global Senior Manager, Global Talent Systems role. This role is critical to the successful management and enhancement of the firm’s Talent (HR) systems globally (SAP SuccessFactors).

Role overview

The Global Senior Manager, Global Talent Systems will oversee the global HR systems landscape, focusing on driving continuous improvement, optimizing user adoption, and leveraging talent data to provide strategic insights.

Key responsibilities include oversight of the end-to-end application lifecycle management, encompassing application development, implementation, support, and maintenance aspects of the HR systems. The successful candidate will manage a global team, collaborate with stakeholders across regions, and ensure that systems align with the evolving needs of the business. This role also entails ensuring data quality, compliance with global standards, and facilitating smooth transitions during system updates or enhancements.

Reporting to the Global Director, Data & Application Services - this role will work closely with global and regional HR teams to ensure efficient support and resolution of HR system issues while driving strategic initiatives and improvements in HR systems.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

HR Systems Leadership:

·       Oversee the full lifecycle management of global HR systems, including requirements gathering, design, development, implementation, maintenance, user support, and upgrades.

·       Ensure that HR systems, particularly SAP SuccessFactors, are optimized for performance, scalability, and compliance with global standards.

·       Lead the planning and execution of system enhancements and updates, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations and maintaining the integrity of system configurations.

·       Drive continuous improvement of the global HR technology landscape, focusing on user adoption, system performance, and strategic insights derived from people data.

·       Collaborate with global and regional HR, IT, and business leadership to define and implement a strategic roadmap for HR systems, including key upgrades and new functionality.

·       Identify, evaluate, and prioritize system enhancements and development projects based on business requirements and emerging industry trends.

·       Act as a key decision-maker for HR systems development and enhancements, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs.

·       Provide expert knowledge on HR processes, systems and guide the development of digital tools that enhance the efficiency and performance of HR management.

·       Ensure alignment between global and regional HR teams to drive the adoption and continuous improvement of HR systems.

·       Oversee a high-performing support team by setting strategic goals and fostering growth.

Team Leadership:

·       Lead, develop, and manage global HR systems team, ensuring effective performance management, goal setting, and ongoing professional development.

·       Foster a collaborative culture across regions, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement among team members.

·       Establish clear roles and responsibilities within the team, promoting accountability and ownership of tasks.

·       Implement regular feedback and performance review processes to identify areas for individual and team growth.

·       Encourage professional development opportunities, such as training, certifications, and workshops, to enhance team capabilities and expertise.

·       Monitor team performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed to achieve organizational objectives.

·       Promote diversity and inclusion within the team, ensuring a variety of perspectives and ideas are valued and integrated.

Stakeholder Management:

·       Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout HR initiatives.

·       Partner with global and regional HR, IT, and Data Privacy teams to ensure seamless integration of systems with business processes while meeting compliance and regulatory requirements.

·       Act as the primary contact for stakeholders regarding HR systems, providing timely updates and addressing concerns.

·       Lead cross-functional work