{"id":1732770,"url":"https://alion.io/job/sas-human-resources-operations-coordinator","title":"Human Resources Operations Coordinator","company":{"id":3454,"name":"SAS Institute","domain":"sas.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/sas","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":null},"role":"Administrative","role_family":"Administrative","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Marlow, United Kingdom"],"countries":["GB"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":37000,"max_usd":58000,"period":"year","method":"role_country_seniority_unknown","sample_n":504},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"SAS","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-03T00:23:51Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-03","last_verified_at":"2026-10-30T16:42:56Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":27,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":27},"description":"HR Operations Specialist - Transformation (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)\nNorthern Europe HR Operations Hub - Marlow, Hybrid\nWe’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.\nIf you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you'll find it here. We're recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.\nAbout the job\nHR Operations Specialist - Transformation (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)\nNorthern Europe HR Operations Hub - Marlow, Hybrid\nWe're looking for an experienced and highly organized HR Operations Specialist to play a key role in the transformation of our HR Operations function across Northern Europe.\nThis is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on HR operations expertise with process improvement, automation, and change management initiatives that will help shape the future of HR service delivery at SAS.\nAbout the Role\nWe are transforming how HR services are delivered across SAS and in Northern Europe we have an exciting opportunity for an HR Operations Specialist to play a key role in the transformation of our HR Operations function across Northern Europe.\nAs an HR Operations Specialist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of HR processes while supporting the design and implementation of a scalable, technology-enabled HR Operations Hub serving the UK, Ireland, and Nordic region.\nAs part of our transformation from locally delivered HR administration to a modern, virtual HR Operations Hub model, we are looking for an HR Operations Specialist to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.\nThis is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on HR operations with transformation and continuous improvement work. While supporting day-to-day HR operations for the UK & Ireland, you will also play an important role in helping shape the future HR service delivery model across Northern Europe.\nWorking alongside our existing HR Operations team and partnering our HR Systems and HR Intelligence teams you will help standardise processes, identify and implement automation opportunities and support the transition towards a scalable and efficient virtual HR Operations Hub.\nWhat You'll Be Doing\nHR Operations Delivery, Data, Reporting & Operational Excellence\nYou will:\nAdminister all HR transactions within the global HRIS, including new hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, reorganizations, location changes, and terminations.\nMaintain accurate employee records while ensuring the highest standards of data quality, confidentiality, privacy, and compliance.\nServe as a trusted point of contact for employees, managers, and HR stakeholders, responding to inquiries and escalating issues when appropriate.\nPartner with internal teams across SAS to research and resolve HR-related issues.\nGenerate reports, dashboards, and analytics using HR systems and reporting tools.\nSupport HR projects, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts across the function.\nSupport the HR Hub Transformation\nYou will also\nWork with colleagues across EMEA-AP support the design and implementation of the Northern Europe HR Operations Hub.\nIdentify opportunities to automate repetitive and manual HR processes in partnership with HR Systems and HR Intelligence teams.\nStandardize HR operational practices across the UK, Ireland, and Nordic countries.\nAssist with transitioning operational activities into a centralized service delivery model where appropriate.\nCollaborate with HR Operations teams across EMEA and AP to identify and implement best practices.\nProvide operational support during the transition period to ensure business continuity.\nContribute to building a sustainable, scalable, and future-ready HR Operations function aligned with SAS's broader HR transformation strategy.\nWhat We're Looking For\nWe're looking for someone who enjoys both operational delivery and improving the way things work.\nYou may currently be working in HR Operations, HR Administration, HR Shared Services or a similar HR support role and be looking for an opportunity to join a team undergoing exciting transformation.\nRequired Qualifications\nExperience supporting HR operations, HR administration, HR shared services, or HRIS processes.\nExperience working with HR systems and employee data management.\nStrong analytical and reporting skills.\nAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nStrong organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively within a global team.\nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.\nExperience supporting HR transformation, process improvement, or shared services initiatives.\nKnowledge of HR automation, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies.\nExperience working in a multinational and matrixed organization.\nFamiliarity with data privacy and HR compliance requirements across Europe.\nSkills\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.\nExcellent organisational and prioritisation skills.\nStrong customer service mindset and communication skills.\nAnalytical approach with confidence working with HR data and reporting.\nAbility to build relationships across multiple teams and stakeholders.\nAdaptable, resilient and comfortable working through change.\nWhy SAS?\nAt SAS, you'll help drive meaningful transformation while working alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional employee experiences. You'll have the opportunity to influence how HR services are delivered across multiple countries while contributing to a broader global HR transformation journey.\nThis role sits at the heart of an exciting HR transformation as we evolve from country-based HR support into a modern, virtual HR Operations Hub. Alongside delivering day-to-day HR operational services, you will play an active role in shaping the future operating model for Northern Europe, supporting the transition to a more standardised, scalable and efficient way of working. Working closely with colleagues across multiple countries, functions and specialist teams, you will contribute to operating model design, process improvement, automation and digitalisation initiatives, helping to simplify how HR services are delivered while enhancing the experience for employees, managers and HR stakeholders across the region.\nIf you're passionate about operational excellence, improving employee experience and helping shape how HR services are delivered in the future, we'd love to hear from you.\nJoin us and help build the next generation of HR Operations at SAS\nYou are welcome here.\nAt SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture - it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers.\nSAS only sends emails from verified “sas.com” email addresses and never asks for sensitive, personal information or money. If you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, or on behalf of SAS, please contact .\nLet's stay in touch! 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