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Nord Anglia EducationDate: 27 Aug 2025Location: London, GBJob ID: 6716School: Group Central Support United Kingdom OfficeCompany: Nord Anglia EducationGroup Head of HR Systems and DataLocation: London Victoria (hybrid model, minimum 3 days in office).Nord Anglia Education – the world’s leading private school’s organisation is recruiting a Group Head of HR Systems and Data. You will be joining the HR team in our London HQ.London is our global headquarters where 200 colleagues across Finance, Risk, Corporate Development, Legal, HR, Marketing, Admissions and Communications (MAC) and Education drive the success of our 80+ schools in 30+ countries. By joining our fast paced and innovative organisation, you will be regularly liaising with our global team-mates from the Philippines to Peru, from Beijing to Boston and beyond.If you have a global mindset, enjoy thinking outside the box and are prepared to go above and beyond to find solutions, then a career at Nord Anglia is for you.Responsibilities

Partner with IT Business Partner to create Strategic Roadmap and business cases for SuccessFactors.Lead the global strategy, governance, and roadmap for SAP SuccessFactors and integrated HR technologies.Drive continuous improvement and innovation in HR systems to enhance user experience, automation, and process efficiency.Lead the development of advanced analytics and dashboards to support workforce planning, talent management, and strategic HR insights.Partner with HR Business Partners, IT, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure HR system capabilities meet evolving business requirements.Promote a culture of data literacy, digital transformation, and innovation within the HR function.Oversee major HR technology projects including system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements.Manage vendor relationships with SAP and third-party providers, ensuring service levels and system performance meet organizational standards.Drive ROI from technology investments through effective change management and stakeholder engagement.Qualifications

Ability to thrive in a dynamic and complex environment, with a growth mindset and a willingness to adapt to change.Global mindset and experience working with diverse teams and cultures across multiple geographies.Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).15+ years of progressive HR systems experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership or group-level HRIS/HR Data role.Strong understanding of HR processes, compliance, and data privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR).Demonstrated success leading global teams, projects, and complex integrations.Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.About Us

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading international schools organisation. Our 80+ international schools are located in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, they educate more than 90,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary education. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools.Our exclusive collaborations with prestigious institutions such as UNICEF, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy and the world-leading performing arts school Juilliard mean we’re at the forefront of educational thinking, while creating life-changing experiences for students.By joining Nord Anglia Education you will become part of a committed and innovative team. As a member of the world’s leading premium schools group you will be joining an active network of like-minded people across the world.We encourage individuals to join us with our “Create your Future” mindset – we will provide you with a range of experiences and opportunities to enhance your skillset and you will be given the autonomy to grow your career.To Apply

Online applications need to be directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding

At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination.We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with protected characteristics.Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this ..... full job details .....