AVP- HR Technology, Mumbai

Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region.   SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintain strong credit ratings across our global integrated network.  We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers.

With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.

Automation

• Lead end-to-end integration of HR systems - across core HR, payroll, absences, compliance, talent management, learning and recruitment platforms.

• Manage multi-phase implementation and migration projects, including planning, execution, testing, and post-go-live support, ensuring alignment with HR and business priorities.

• Design systems and processes with a scalable lens - anticipating future growth and automation opportunities.

• Conduct feasibility discussions, develop Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and design effective automation solutions.
• Secure approvals for automation projects, drive user adoption strategies, including stakeholder communication, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), deployment of automation initiatives and feedback loops for impacted employee groups.

• Manage vendors and deliver project within timelines - both ability and experience are crucial

• Track and measure improvements and cost savings resulting from automation efforts.

• Ensure all HR tech implementations are compliant with internal policies, statutory and regulatory requirements, data privacy requirements (e.g., DPDP Act), and appropriate risk controls.

Process Re-engineering

• Work closely with HR COEs to analyze and harmonize HR processes in tune with overall system configurations.

• Lead and implement process optimizations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Design and manage smooth transition programs to facilitate seamless adoption of new processes.
• Measure and report on improvements and cost savings post-implementation.

Data Management

• Oversee secure data migration from legacy systems, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and consistency with organizational standards.
• Maintain centralized data inventory for a holistic view and comprehensive storage of data.
• Develop dashboards and reports to support informed decision-making and performance tracking.

Payroll Back Up

• Support payroll function by shadowing payroll processes to ensure continuity.
• Prepare payroll-related reports as required for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with vendors as a back up to facilitate smooth payroll operations and resolve issues as they arise.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge: HR Functional knowledge is required. Understanding of HR processes (recruitment, onboarding, payroll, performance, learning, etc. is a must.

•  Skills:

• Strong project and program management skills preferred.
• Expertise in HRIS landscape design, data structures, and integrations is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and engage at all levels
• In-depth knowledge of leading HR systems preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Experience:
  • 8-10 years of experience in HR systems implementation and digital transformation, ideally in BFSI or consulting.
  • Proven track record of leading technology programs during M&A or large-scale organizational changes.
  • Familiarity with platforms such as SuccessFactors, Darwinbox, Workday, Zoho, Workline, Oracle HCM, or equivalent.
  • Experience managing third-party vendors and consultants in high-pressure, multi-stakeholder environment.

• Qualification: Preferably an engineering graduate with specialization in HR or IT Systems from a Top tier institute.