Our story
At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to "Be Alight."
It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team's expertise in human insights and cloud technology, gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.
With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.
Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.
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The role
Our consultants are the front line of our Digital HR practice and you will be committed to the success of your customers, working closely with them to implement SuccessFactors products either via SAP Activate, or by using the Alight FastTrack approach to project implementation.
The lead specialist is responsible for the implementation of a single SuccessFactors module like ECP within an overall programme or project implementing SuccessFactors covering both the internal and external (client facing) activities required for successful implementation. Applying best practices, country specific knowledge, and technical know-how they will ensure that the solution fits the client's requirements and specifications.
The role ensures that all Implementation Services programmes deliver the right quality of deliverables into a customer's Production environment such that Alight meets the client's expectations for go live and provides a platform for a long and mutually beneficial relationship. The role has responsibility for delivery according to the appropriate implementation methodology (FastTrack or SAP Activate) for the programme and for ensuring it is used and applied consistently within the programme.
The role also supports the Sales function with scoping, solution design and estimating for non-FastTrack projects to ensure the full scope of an implementation is known and documented.
Your responsibilities
Solution Design
Lead/Support the required workshops as laid out by the methodology, ensuring all decisions are accurately captured and recorded in relevant workbooks.Define and document the overall configuration of the SuccessFactors module(s), making the correct balance between business, technical and functional requirements and constraints, as well as the compatibility with different solution components.Provide the Program/Project Manager with an overview of feasibility, viability and overall risk of the solution to be put in placeFollow up during the whole project cycle to ensure the solution meets the architectural requirementsValidate the final solution implemented at the clientSupport in the delivery of solution workshops to clients and the completion of required documentation.Provide subject matter expertise to all technical and functional resources assigned in the projectParticipate in implementation meetings (client-facing and internal) as appropriate to ensure activities are completedEnsure successful transition to maintenance teams, either Alight or otherSupport project resources in defining solutions in the event that a challenge arises during delivery to ensure that delivery is on time and within budgetDeliver presentations internally and externally to engage with stakeholders and as part of the implementation processPro-actively communicates and reports risks and status to the Project Manager / Program Lead and project team members e.g. Status Reports, progress and next activities
Data Migration/Integrations/Testing
Organize and support the data mapping with client and internal implementation teams (Alight or Third Party Providers)Support the Technical resources in the definition of integration requirementsSupport in the delivery of integration solution workshops to clients and the completion of required documentation.support agreed Alight Testing and ensure all agreed issues are corrected prior to customer testing.Support discussions in evaluating the impact of decision on eventual workarounds for the project and post go live BAU and optimize processes
Go-Lives
Support the Project Manager in cutover planning with the CustomerCarry out production migrations according to the agreed plan
Practice Development
Participates actively in the definition of global standardsDrives continuous improvement initiatives with project teams by provision of feedback to Products team on recommended additions/improvements to the standards (FastTrack or SAP Activate) as identified during the life of the project.
Sales support
Support in the development of proposals and pricing where neededAttend sales meetings with clients to present the solution and support the sales process
Main accountabilities:
Is accountable for
Delivering consistent solutions for Alight clients within the boundaries of the standards defined by Alight and the capabilities of the SuccessFactors modulesDriving the client to adhere to the standard Alight solutions aligned with SuccessFactors product capabilitiesFinding workarounds where gaps exist between client expectations and contractual agreements or standard solutions and processesDocumenting these gaps and their proposed resolution in particular addressing the impact on project timelines and budgetsFollowing up on the solution set up, testing, data migration and deployment in close collaboration with client teams, end users, testers, delivery teams, partners and other stakeholdersKeeping abreast of current Alight solutions, SuccessFactors products and their future road map to ensure that knowledge required to stay current is gained.Negotiating and influencing revenue generation through the change control process and when participating in the sales processEnsuring that lessons learned are documented and shared amongst the Alight communityDeveloping and maintaining strategic relationships across Alight business lines
Requirements
A sound background in the configuration of Employee Central with Payroll, Time and Position Management, ideally with a solid understanding of MDF objects, Rules and WorkflowsDemonstrable experience in configuring and testing to customers' requirementsGood business knowledge of various HR and Talent management processesAn ability to translate client business rules to technical business requirements.Ability to work in a global environment and work on multiple projects at the same time.Good understanding of incident management and change managementThe ability to communicate clearly and conciselyExperience with data migration and data management activities in SFExperience defining, implementing, and supporting HCM business processesStrong attention to detail and outstanding analytical and problem-solving skillsResults-oriented with the ability to work both independently and with others; to be self-directed; to take initiative; to solve problems and overcome roadblocks.Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapidly-changing virtual team-oriented environment
Qualifications
Several years' experience on Employee CentralExperience of minimum one (ideally several) end-to-end SuccessFactors EC implementation in a lead capacityAbility to work with the customer independentlyDemonstrated communication and presentation skillsCompetent in developing, writing and communicating technical/functional requirements & design documents using SAP standard configuration workbooksMust be fluent in English and Dutch/ -or a Nordic language, both written and spoken.
(Flexible Working
So that you can be your best at work and home, we'll consider flexible working arrangements according to business requirements.)
By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and
criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Alight believes diversity should be visible, valued, and sustained throughout the organization. And we're committed to enabling an inclusive culture of belonging that engages all colleagues and grows the diversity of our talent to proudly represent the clients and communities we serve.
As an affirmative action employer, we adhere to the principles of equal employment opportunity in the workplace as defined in our diversity policy statement.
Diversity Policy Statement
Alight does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, gender, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.
Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.
Authorization to work in the Employing Country
Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.
Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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