Enterprise Application Specialist (HR) - AD2469
Enterprise Application Specialist (HR) - AD2469, IT Services Salary: Grade 6 / £38,784 - £46,049pa Start date: As soon as possible Full time Permanent, <p><span style="color: black;">IT Services are delighted to offer an opportunity for an enthusiastic, engaged, and technically capable individual to join our dynamic Enterprise Applications team as an Enterprise Applications Specialist (HR Systems). This role is well suited to a forward-thinking individual with skills and experience in the support, maintenance, and development of HR and people management systems, who is seeking to progress their career in a busy and innovative workplace at one of the UK's leading universities. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">It is an exciting time for the University and IT Services, with digital enhancement playing a key role in shaping the University's future. HR systems sit at the heart of the staff experience, underpinning critical processes including recruitment, onboarding, workforce management, payroll integration, performance development, and employee self-service. As part of our ongoing digital transformation programme, you will play a key role in supporting and enhancing the University's HR technology platforms, ensuring they continue to deliver an excellent service to staff across the institution. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">You will hold a relevant IT, Business Systems, Human Resources, or related degree or postgraduate qualification (or possess extensive equivalent experience) and have proven practical experience in the support and administration of enterprise business systems. Experience of supporting HR, payroll, workforce management, or related systems would be advantageous. You will have an understanding of the technical and business processes associated with modern HR operations and be able to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">You will act as a subject matter expert for the University's HR systems, working closely with colleagues in Human Resources, Payroll, and IT Services to ensure systems remain secure, reliable, and fit for purpose. You will assist with testing activities for system upgrades and enhancements, assist with issue resolution and continual service improvement, and contribute to the development of documentation, policies, and support processes. You will also identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements, helping to streamline workflows and deliver an enhanced user experience. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">The successful candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service. You will enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team while also being capable of managing your own workload and priorities. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">This post will be based at Eden Campus at Guardbridge, a state-of-the-art working environment for professional services units. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">The appointment will be subject to a Basic Disclosure Check initiated by the University. </span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Ally Macfarlane at amm70@st-andrews.ac.uk</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><span style="color: #010101; letter-spacing: 0pt;">In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of <strong>benefits</strong> for staff working at the University of St Andrews:</span></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><span style="color: #010101; letter-spacing: 0pt;"><br> </span></p> <ul> <li style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><span style="color: #010101;">Financial contribution to </span><span style="color: #010101;"><a href="https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/payandpensions/removalandrelocationpolicy/">relocation</a></span><span style="color: #010101;"> (subject to eligibility)</span></li> <li style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><span style="color: #010101;"> </span>Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of 14.5%</li> <li style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;">A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance</li> <li style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;">Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services</li> <li style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;">Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel</li> <li style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;">Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme</li> <li style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;">34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.</li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><em>At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter. </em></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><em> </em></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><em>We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.</em></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><strong>Closing date: 7 August 2026</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><strong>Interview date: TBC</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><strong>Job description: <a href="https://www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAIiJuXQ/NnqltFZtK963uLOUx8NlPRZZU0rHukkbXm/C+0emNPmqhq+bCyxsXGxr0ma5MEPuOhyhscK/HumYcIk" target="_blank" title="AD2469RS FPs.pdf">AD2469RS FPs.pdf</a><br> </strong></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><strong>Ref no: AD2469RS</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"><strong> </strong></p> <p style="margin: 0pt 0in; text-align: left; line-height: normal;"> </p> <p>IT Services</p> <p>Salary: Grade 6 / £38,784 - £46,049pa</p> <p>Start date: As soon as possible</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Permanent</p>, Working Hours : Full Time School/Unit : IT Services Job Family : Managerial Specialist & Administrative ,
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