HRIS Projects Specialist

Role: HRIS Projects Specialist (12 Month Contract)

Location:  Zetland (Hybrid)

Please note that due to the maximum term contract nature of this role, successful applicants will be engaged via a Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) approved agency partner and not via VGA directly. Otherwise, you will be working onsite/ hybrid at VGA as per typical working arrangements.

The Company:

Volkswagen Group Australia is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people all around the world and selling its vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney home to some of Australia's most recognisable brands such as Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda and many more.

The Role:

We are seeking a project ‑driven HR professional to join our HR team on a contract basis. In this role, you will lead critical HR projects, with a primary focus on the roll out, and continuous improvement of a new Global HR Information System (HRIS).

The main responsibilities include:

• Lead the local delivery of the global HRIS (SuccessFactors) implementation program, ensuring alignment with global standards, timelines and governance frameworks
• Act as primary liaison between global project teams, local HR, IT and external vendors to coordinate implementation activities and resolve issues
• Develop and manage the local project plan, including key milestones, risks, dependencies and stakeholder communication
• Oversee the administration and optimisation of the existing HRIS platform to support HR operations and business needs
• Lead change management and communication initiatives to support successful adoption of the new HRIS across the business
• Manage relationships with external vendors and support providers, including contract negotiation, issue escalation, scope of works management, service monitoring and resolution management

Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Human Resources
• 5+ years in HR with experience and working knowledge across all facets (systems, processes, employment law) etc
• Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills. Experience working with internal stakeholders.
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously
• Solid understanding of Change Management
• High level of commercial acumen
• Project management experience including; developing project plans, project timelines and documentation as required
• Solid experience working with HR systems (SuccessFactors desirable)
• Strong Microsoft Office suite experience (intermediate to advanced Excel desirable)

Important note: This role will require flexibility in working hours due to collaboration with global teams. As such, attendance at evening calls will be a necessary requirement.

Why Volkswagen?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the VGA HR team, based in our stunning Zetland head office.

Working at Volkswagen provides opportunities for growth, personal development, and career opportunities, we also champion a workplace culture that thrives on passion, collaboration, efficiency, mindfulness, authenticity, and innovation.

The benefits include:

• A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You’ll have access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities, supporting strong internal mobility across the organisation.
• Flexible working arrangements with our hybrid work model balance office and home for ways of working along with remote location working arrangements for up to 10 days anywhere in Australia
• Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day, birthday leave and paid parental leave  
• Annual fitness and wellbeing subsidy towards a facility of your choice
• Discounts on Audi, Cupra, Skoda and Volkswagen car purchases
• Free entry to Dubbo and Taronga Zoo for you and your family

Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds.

To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.

If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries please reach out to the VGA HR team hr@volkswagen.com.au.

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