Product Lead – HR Tech (SuccessFactors)

<p><strong><em>This is us</em></strong><em><br><br></em>At Avenga, we believe that human creativity empowers technology that matters. Operating globally, our 6000+ specialists provide a full spectrum of services, including business and tech advisory, enterprise solutions, CX, UX and Ul design, managed services, product development, and software development. <br></p><p><strong><em>This is the job</em></strong><br></p><p>Within the <strong>telecommunications industry</strong>, we are actively seeking a <strong>Product Lead – HR Tech</strong> to drive the evolution of a complex HR–IT landscape in a large, enterprise-scale environment.</p><p>This is a foundational role where you will not just manage an existing setup, but <strong>shape the future of HR technology</strong>, rethinking legacy decisions and building a scalable, secure, and future-proof ecosystem.</p><p>You will operate at the intersection of business and technology, working closely with HR stakeholders, engineering teams, and external vendors to ensure that HR systems truly support organizational growth and efficiency.</p><p><strong><em>This is the team</em></strong><em><br></em></p><p>In this role, you will become a key member of a cross-functional environment, collaborating with HR, IT, architecture, and security teams.</p><p>You will work with a distributed group of professionals, including engineers, analysts, and external partners, taking ownership of the HR–IT product domain.</p><p>Your primary responsibility will be to <strong>lead the transformation of the HR systems landscape</strong>, ensuring alignment between business needs and scalable technical solutions.</p><p>This role offers the opportunity to <strong>drive meaningful change at scale</strong>, influencing both strategic direction and day-to-day operations.<br><strong><em><br>This is you</em></strong></p><ul><li><p>2+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or Product Lead within IT environments</p></li><li><p>Strong experience working with <strong>complex system landscapes (SaaS + custom-built solutions + integrations)</strong></p></li><li><p>Proven ability to manage stakeholders across both business and technical domains</p></li><li><p>Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments</p></li><li><p>Strong communication skills in English</p></li><li><p>Analytical, structured, and pragmatic approach to problem-solving</p></li><li><p>Ability to challenge existing setups and drive change in a constructive way</p></li><li><p>Delivery-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership</p></li></ul><p>Nice-to-have skills:</p><ul><li><p>Experience with HR systems (e.g., <strong>SAP SuccessFactors</strong> or similar platforms)</p></li><li><p>Understanding of HR processes and people operations</p></li><li><p>Experience with IT governance, compliance, and security in enterprise environments</p></li><li><p>Exposure to AI or automation in HR-related processes</p></li></ul><p><strong><em>This is your role</em></strong></p><ul><li><p>Own the HR–IT application landscape end-to-end, including SaaS platforms and custom solutions</p></li><li><p>Define and drive the product roadmap, balancing short-term improvements with long-term strategy</p></li><li><p>Lead the evaluation and redesign of the current HR systems landscape</p></li><li><p>Ensure best practices in security, compliance, governance, and documentation</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with HR stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable IT solutions</p></li><li><p>Work closely with architecture and security teams to future-proof the platform</p></li><li><p>Manage relationships with vendors, consultants, and internal teams</p></li><li><p>Act as an Agile facilitator for the team, prioritizing backlog and supporting delivery</p></li><li><p>Track progress, risks, and value delivery, reporting to senior stakeholders</p></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong><em>What awaits you at Avenga?</em></strong></p><p><em>At Avenga, everyone matters. We provide equal opportunities in recruitment, career development, and leadership, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic. We are committed to fostering a work environment where our diverse community of employees, candidates, and business partners actively shapes our growth. By bringing together people from different backgrounds and experiences, we build a workplace where everyone feels free to be themselves while honoring the boundaries of others.</em></p>