Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
Job Purpose
Key Outputs may include but are not limited to:
The HR Technologist blends HR technology expertise with business architecture principles to design and manage human resource systems that drive efficiency and align with enterprise-wide goals. With a focus on SAP SuccessFactors, automation, and AI, this role serves as the custodian of the HR technology blueprint, optimizing processes, enhancing decision-making, and fostering strategic alignment across the organization.
Designs and evolves the HR technology blueprint, integrating SAP SuccessFactors to support enterprise-wide efficiency and strategic goals.
Leads full life cycle HRIS projects, leveraging automation and AI to streamline processes and reduce operational complexity.
Collaborates with AI experts, IT, and business leaders to architect and deploy solutions that address prioritized business needs.
Configures and optimizes SuccessFactors (with emphasis on Employee Central) to enhance HR service delivery and scalability.
Ensures data integrity, system security, and operational resilience, resolving issues within SuccessFactors and related platforms.
Participates in selecting HR technologies, including automation tools and AI solutions, providing recommendations and contributing input to the RFP process to enhance HR capabilities.
Acts as a strategic liaison between HR, IT, and stakeholders, aligning technology solutions with business architecture and objectives.
Pioneers ethical, compliant applications of AI and automation, guiding teams to adopt these tools for process optimization and decision support.
Person Details
Work Experience
Required
7+ years of HRIS management experience, including hands-on work with SAP SuccessFactors.
Proven experience managing or supervising teams.
Expertise in implementing and administering at least one SAP SuccessFactors module, preferably Employee Central.
Strong background in quantitative HRIS analysis, data analytics, and efficiency-focused reporting.
Preferred (would be advantageous)
Experience in business architecture, process modelling, or enterprise-wide system design.
Track record of driving operational efficiencies through automation, AI, or strategic HR technology solutions.
Education / Qualifications / Accreditations with Professional Body
Required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
SAP SuccessFactors certification in at least one module, with a preference for Employee Central.
Technical Skills or Knowledge
Required
Deep expertise in SAP SuccessFactors, with strong proficiency in Employee Central and familiarity with other modules.
Advanced skills in business architecture, including process modelling, capability mapping, and enterprise-wide system design.
Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., RPA) and AI applications to enhance HR efficiency and decision-making.
Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy.
Expertise in data governance, including data structuring, integration, and quality assurance across HR systems.
Strong understanding of enterprise integration patterns (e.g., APIs, middleware) to connect HRIS with broader IT ecosystems.
Skill in stakeholder analysis and change management to drive adoption of technology-driven process improvements.
Exceptional communication and visualization skills to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Capability to ensure automation and AI solutions are ethical, compliant, and aligned with internal policies and regulations.
Preferred (would be advantageous)
Experience with advanced analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to derive actionable HR insights and optimize reporting.
Knowledge of cloud-based HR platforms beyond SuccessFactors (e.g., Workday, Oracle HCM) for broader system interoperability.
Familiarity with machine learning frameworks or AI platforms (e.g., TensorFlow, Azure AI) to support innovative HR applications.
Expertise in Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies to further enhance process efficiency and continuous improvement.
Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL) for custom HR data analysis or system automation.
Understanding of cybersecurity principles as they apply to HR systems and sensitive employee data.
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
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