VP - GLOBAL HR DATA, REPORTING AND ANALYTICS

Join Us At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team.
When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world.
If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
What you’ll do Role title.
Global People Data, Reporting & Analytics – Delivery Lead Function.
CFSL HR Services Sub-function.
Global HR Analytics Reports to.
Head of HR Services Location.
Pune Role purpose.
As the Global People Data, Reporting & Analytics lead, you will lead the end-to-end data, reporting and analytics delivery, operations, and transformation for HR globally.
You will be responsible for building, scaling, and managing a high-performing 30+ member team that delivers HR master data management projects & Operations, Global HR reporting, ESG compliance reporting, Advanced analytics, and data governance.
This role is pivotal in driving data-led decision-making across the global HR function by leveraging advanced analytics skills and platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and SAP SuccessFactors.
Key accountabilities and decision ownership.
Leadership & Strategy •    Define and execute the global HR data and analytics delivery plans aligned with business and people objectives.
•    Lead the transition of global HR reporting and master data management to centralized delivery locations, achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiencies.
•    Function as a thought leader in the areas of people analytics, data science, and digital HR transformation.
•    Continuous improvement & optimization of service delivery to generate year-on-year efficiency HR Reporting & Analytics •    Oversee the design and delivery of interactive, self-service dashboards for key HR metrics (e.
., Headcount, Diversity & Inclusion, Talent Acquisition, Performance, Reward etc.) •    Deliver compliance reporting (Environment Safety and Governance – ESG) reports for the CHRO and group leadership.
•    Eliminate / Minimize manual reporting by promoting self-service and migration to Self-service dashboards.
•    Implement automated reporting and advanced analytics models in various HR and Talent Management Domains (Attrition, Employee Listening, Learning & Development, Career progression, Diversity & Inclusion etc.) leveraging Google Cloud Platform – HR Data Lake Data Governance & Quality •    Deliver global HR data governance frameworks, including RACI models, business glossaries, and data stewardship practices globally.
•    Maximize value generation from Data Quality Tool & continuous improvement of Y-o-Y data accuracy and integrity.
Technology & Innovation •    Continue to enrich Global HR Data Lake on GCP, integrating SAP SuccessFactors and other HR / Non-HR Data sources through pipelines and semantic modeling layers.
•    Lead initiatives to modernize and digitize HR services, partnering with IT and functional teams to decommission legacy systems and implement new systems.
Team & Stakeholder Management •    Build and lead a diverse and high-performing team of 30+ professionals across India and Europe.
•    Collaborate with global HR leaders, Group People Directors, COE heads, and external suppliers to ensure alignment on business needs, compliance, and delivery excellence.
•    Drive capability development, mentorship, and succession planning within the data & analytics function.
Who you are Core competencies, knowledge, and experience.
•    Strong expertise in SAP SuccessFactors (Employee Central, Talent modules, Workforce Analytics).
•    Deep understanding of people data models, HR metrics, and employee lifecycle data.
•    Exposure to Google Cloud Platform or any other enterprise Cloud Data Lake such as Azure or AWS including BigQuery.
•    Exposure to designing and deploying machine learning models for HR use cases   Must have technical / professional qualifications.
•    MBA in HR (Preferred) •    Experience in SAP SuccessFactors or other Global HR Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system •    Large-scale HR transformation or data modernization programs.
•    Certifications in SAP SuccessFactors, Google Cloud, or ML/AI platforms (Preferred) Key performance indicators.
•    Data, Analytics and Dashboard solutions designed & delivered on time, and within budget.
•    Customer Satisfaction Index  Qualifications & Experience •    15+ years of experience in global HR data, reporting, analytics, and digital HR transformation roles.
•    Proven record of delivering large-scale programs and leading global delivery teams.
•    Expertise in SAP SuccessFactors or any Global HR and Talent Management system, Power BI, Scaled Agile methodology, Exposure to (BigQuery, Vertex AI), and data lake architectures.
•    Expertise in setting up Global data governance & controls, compliance reporting (ESG) •    Leadership in transitioning services to shared delivery models and commercial shared operations.
•    Certifications in PMP, Scaled Agile (Preferred) Direct reports.
Five (5) Dotted reports.
None Not a perfect fit? Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background.
If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
What's in it for you Who we are We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers.
At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good.
If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us.
Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do.
You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures.;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
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Together we can.
Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded.
We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business.
We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.