University of St Andrews
Enterprise Application Specialist (HR)
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Enterprise Applications Specialist (HR Systems)
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.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a subject matter expert for the University's HR systems.
- Work closely with colleagues in Human Resources, Payroll, and IT Services to ensure systems remain secure, reliable, and fit for purpose.
- Assist with testing activities for system upgrades and enhancements.
- Assist with issue resolution and continual service improvement.
- Contribute to the development of documentation, policies, and support processes.
- Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements, helping to streamline workflows and deliver an enhanced user experience.
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Required Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant IT, Business Systems, Human Resources, or related degree or postgraduate qualification (or possess extensive equivalent experience).
- 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.
- Understanding of the technical and business processes associated with modern HR operations.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Skills and Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication abilities.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Capability of managing your own workload and priorities.
Location
This post will be based at Eden Campus at Guardbridge, a state-of-the-art working environment for professional services units.
Additional Information
- The appointment will be subject to a Basic Disclosure Check initiated by the University.
- Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Ally Macfarlane at amm70@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Benefits
- Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility).
- Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of 14.5%.
- A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family-friendly policies, supporting work-life balance.
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services.
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes, and subsidised local bus travel.
- 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.
- 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.
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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
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. We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.
Job Details
- Closing date: 7 August 2026
- Interview date: TBC
- Job description: [AD2469RS FPs.pdf](AD2469RS FPs.pdf)
- Ref no: AD2469RS
- IT Services
- Salary: Grade 6 / £38,784 - £46,049pa
- Start date: As soon as possible
- Full time
- Permanent
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