IT Solution Architect - HR Systems & Integrations (Workday)

IT Solution Architect – HR Systems & Integrations (Workday)

Manchester and Hybrid

£55,200 - £74,100 Excellent benefits

We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.

We are now recruiting for a IT Solution Architect – HR Systems & Integrations, to be involved in delivering an industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of nuclear power station.

What we’re looking for

Our ‘Enable the Enterprise’ systems architecture concentrates on capabilities used across the company with a focus on Finance, Supply Chain/Procurement, Programme Management and HR. We have an exciting programme of transformation projects to deliver with the aim of building and growing a truly world-class enterprise.

Working together with Business Process Leads and Subject Matter Experts from within the IT team, the wider business and our supply chain, the IT Solution Architect will play a critical role in the definition and realisation of the strategic Capability roadmaps for ‘Enable the Enterprise’ solutions across the entire lifecycle of the SMR programme.

IT Solution Architect – HR Systems & Integrations will work closely with the Business, IT SMEs, Business Analysts & Project Managers to deliver the HR Systems (Workday) architecture roadmap together with integrations to other systems in order to deliver a true 'Digital Thread'. They will be responsible for the implementation of the architecture design aligned to the business requirements. They will investigate, analyse and visualise complex information to draw up and deliver detailed IT designs. They will solve architecture and technology problems and make disciplined design decisions based on available information.

The Solution Architect - HR Systems & Integrations will capture and manage the objectives of the business stakeholders then align the product solution and design to meet those objectives whilst aligning to the SMR IT strategy, Architectural standards, and the product roadmap. They will own the technical definition of the products and will take design decisions through SMR technical governance for ratification.

The IT Solution Architect will support the design of architecture within the HR/HCM domain for integrated solutions whilst providing guidance and direction on technical aspects of systems development and integration. They will create, review, and gain approval for High Level Designs, Low Level Designs, deployment guides and build specifications from both internal resources and external vendors.

As we strive to find the best fit for this position, we are seeking individuals with a minimum level of experience, training, and qualification. But we’ll let you in on a secret: there’s no such thing as the ‘perfect’ candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Key selection criteria for this role are:

• Detailed familiarity with core architectural design principles. Ability to understand integration frameworks and patterns and apply this knowledge to the design and build of effective integrated solutions.
• Ability to create, review and approve High Level Designs, Low Level Designs, deployment guides and build specifications.
• Detailed design, build, and support testing of solutions, including root cause analysis and proposal of resolutions to technical issues.

Ideally, you will also;

• Experience in a range of Workday-centred HR system solutions with strong Requirements analysis, Solution Design, Functional and implementation knowledge.
• Experienced in resolving day to day issues with the Workday Product suite and its integrations with other systems.
• Analyse and influence the architecture to ensure system performance is guaranteed. Experience in the deployment and maintenance of Workday solutions together with integrations to other on-premise and Private Cloud deployments in Microsoft Azure or AWS.
• Supports the management of application updates.

Pay and benefits

We anticipate paying a salary of between ££55,200 - £74,100 (DOE) plus:-

• Bonus - Performance related bonus of up to 12.5%
• Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
• Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
• Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
• Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
• Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
• £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases

Company related

We are Rolls-Royce SMR

Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.

We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.

The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.

Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues

Our Culture

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.

Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.

Our Application Process

The recruitment process for this vacancy is being handled by Morson Talent, the official recruitment partner to RR SMR. By applying to this vacancy you are consenting to have your personal information shared with Morson Talent. Your details will only be handled in conjunction with RR SMR opportunities.

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:

• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact Deke.nzeeb@morson.com to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner.