Global Lead – HR Systems and Data at Kyowa Kirin International plc UK based WE PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF MEDICINE. LEAPING FORWARD TO MAKE PEOPLE SMILE At Kyowa Kirin International (KKI), our purpose is to make people smile. This means more than drug discovery and development; it is about embedding care into everything we do to make a difference every day for those that need it most. We’re an inclusive pharmaceutical company that takes time to understand what really matters to our patients, their families, and their healthcare professionals, helping our people to take bold actions that deliver life-changing solutions sooner. Our culture is rooted in our values: Teamwork, Commitment to Life, Innovation, and Integrity. They help us to push boundaries to deliver extraordinary impact and make KKI a brilliant place to work. Job Purpose: The Global Lead of HR Systems and Data is a strategic leadership position responsible for defining, implementing, and managing global HR systems and Data initiatives across the global organisation. This role aims to enhance employee experience, ensure accurate HR data, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within a virtual and global framework. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute a comprehensive Global Enterprise HR Technology strategy and road map aligned with the Kyowa Kirin 2030 strategy Lead and/or oversee implementation of Enterprise HR Technology solutions through all phases including requirements development, design, implementation, testing, change management, and ongoing business process reviews for feedback and improvements Manage relationships with technology implementation suppliers during project preparation, implementations and project closing Provide cross-functional input on integrating HR Technology into the larger Kyowa Kirin digital architecture Drive global user adoption initiatives for enterprise HR technology solutions, providing training and support in collaboration with HR Operations and ICT & Digital Establish and roll-out governance frameworks to ensure data compliance, data quality and data security on a global scale Define global HR Reporting & Analytics Strategy in close collaboration with the HR function and business Establish global data governance to increase transparency, quality and accuracy of data & implement, maintain and oversee global HR master data standards Bachelor's degree in HR, IT, Business, or related field Proven experience in managing global HR technology projects and implementations Demonstrated ability to drive HR digital transformation, technology adoption and user engagement on a global scale Strong knowledge of HR business processes, data management, with the ability to translate HR and business needs into technology solutions Strong understanding of global HR reporting, analytics, and data privacy governance Excellent analytical and financial/budget management skills with a global perspective Able to build strong relationships internally & externally, user-centric & a growth mindset Strong project management and change management skills Profound expertise in SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Analytics Cloud, and other HR systems Fluent in English, Japanese is a plus