IT Application Specialist (Human Resources)

IT Application Specialist (Human Resources)

CEB - Council of Europe Development Bank

Paris, France

Grade/seniority: B6/A2
Salary: €6,846.51 to €7,652.42/month, tax-exempt + allowances & benefits
Contract: Four-year fixed-term, renewable, with possibility of conversion to open ended (inc. one year probationary period)
Closing date: 01 February 2026

Bringing people and technology together to support inclusive workplaces.

The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) is a multilateral development bank with an exclusively social mandate. With 43 member states, the Bank supports social investment projects across Europe, focusing on inclusion, resilience and equal opportunity. From health and education to affordable housing and climate adaptation, we fund initiatives that improve lives and build stronger communities.

We are seeking an experienced IT Application Specialist – Human Resources to join our Corporate Services Directorate. In this role, you will be the key technical liaison between the Bank’s IT Division and the Human Resources team, ensuring the smooth, compliant and forward-looking operation of our HR systems, particularly in relation to payroll, HR data and change management. Your expertise will help modernise our HRIS platforms and support the delivery of reliable digital services to staff across the organisation.

You will be responsible for managing and supporting HR applications including SuccessFactors and SAP S/4HANA, with a focus on payroll and modules such as Employee Central, Time Management, Onboarding, Learning Management and Recruitment. You will act as the primary IT contact for HR, overseeing support requests, resolving issues, and coordinating with external vendors such as Beqom and Peopledoc. You will manage system updates and testing cycles, monitor contracts and service level agreements, and use IT tools to track requests and ensure effective governance.

This is also a strategic role. You will help shape HRIS development by translating business needs into technical requirements, proposing system enhancements, and supporting the decommissioning of outdated tools. You will play a hands-on role in technical implementations, from data uploads to system testing, and contribute to change management by preparing training materials and facilitating user adoption of new tools and processes. You will also ensure compliance with data protection, system security and audit requirements.

To join, you’ll need:

• a university degree in IT, computer science or related field (Master’s preferred);
• at least 6 years of experience in application implementation, system management or customisation, ideally in HR environments;
• hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactors and S/4HANA, particularly in payroll and data integration;
• proven ability to lead or support cross-functional projects, from design through to delivery;
• experience managing external providers and tracking contract performance;
• knowledge of HR processes such as recruitment, learning, payroll and reporting;
• strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams;
• Excellent command of one of the two CEB official languages (English and French), both oral and written, and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level;
• Relevant certifications in SAP SuccessFactors or change management are considered assets.

How to apply:

Submit your CV and cover letter via the CEB’s online application system. Applications are welcome in English or French and must be submitted by midnight Paris time on 01 February 2026. Only nationals of CEB Member States are eligible.

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