HCM Functional Delivery Lead

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SAP SuccessFactors | Program Delivery | Contract
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced HCM Functional Delivery Lead to join a large-scale transformation program delivering a modern, future-fit Human Capital Management (HCM) solution.

This role will play a critical leadership position within a complex enterprise program, overseeing the functional delivery of SAP SuccessFactors across multiple HR domains.

Your new role
Reporting into senior program leadership, you will lead and manage cross-functional delivery teams and external partners to ensure the successful design and implementation of HCM functional solutions. You will be accountable for end-to-end functional delivery, governance, stakeholder engagement and quality outcomes, while operating within lean, agile and waterfall delivery environments.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in complex, fast-moving programs and brings a strong balance of strategic oversight and delivery execution.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the functional design, build and implementation of SAP SuccessFactors solutions across the HCM program.
• Translate business strategy and objectives into clearly defined functional workstreams aligned to the overall program roadmap.
• Establish and maintain delivery governance, reporting structures, resource planning and delivery assurance.
• Manage and coordinate cross-functional teams and third-party vendors to achieve agreed milestones and outcomes.
• Apply appropriate delivery methodologies (agile, lean, waterfall) to drive successful outcomes.
• Manage vendor budgets, forecasting and cost control to ensure value for money and program sustainability.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, interdependencies and delivery challenges across the program.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders through effective communication, negotiation and issue management.
• Provide clear, concise reporting to program leadership and governance forums.
• Support continuous improvement through delivery monitoring, benefits realisation and quality management.

What you'll need to succeed
You are an experienced delivery leader with a strong background in enterprise HCM implementations, ideally within large and complex environments. You bring a collaborative leadership style and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders while guiding teams through ambiguity and change.

You will demonstrate:

• Proven experience leading functional delivery within SAP SuccessFactors programs.
• Strong understanding of HR technology, HCM processes and system transformation.
• Experience working with multiple delivery methodologies (agile, lean and waterfall).
• Strong vendor and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, reporting and governance experience.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, tight timelines and complex dependencies.

What you'll get in return

• Sydney-based role with multiple office locations as required
• Minimum three days per week onsite
• Initial contract through 30 June 2026, with strong intention to extend
• Immediate start available

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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