HR Data Management Specialist

Introduction to the job

As we enter a new era of technology, everything and everyone will be more connected, and the lines between the physical and digital worlds will become less distinct. Rapid advancements in generative AI, self-driving cars, and artificial intelligence are driving an increased demand for advanced chips. At ASML, we are at the forefront of these changes with our technology, making it essential for our workforce to be well-organized and to be fully empowered to meet our clients' needs.

With these developments, the need for trustworthy workforce insights from our People Analytics expertise team is also rapidly growing. Therefore we are expanding our team and are looking for an energetic and hands-on data management specialist to join our team. In this role, you will play a key role in building and operating our recently set up data management capability. In this team, you will act as the bridge between People Analytics and HR business, systems and process colleagues, as well as enterprise Data Management functions. You will translate data management standards into practical execution, to enable HR data owners to take ownership of their data assets.

Role and responsibilities

In People Analytics, we unlock the potential of ASML’s workforce data to drive evidence-based people decision making in HR and across the business. To achieve our mission, we invest in three areas: data management, products & operations, and Partnering & Employee listening. 

This role is part of the People analytics data management team, and will be part of the Data management competency in the HR tech ART (agile release train). This team has recently been set up and this role will help shape our data management framework towards a scalable and future proof expertise. To achieve this, we are looking for an experienced data management professional who combines hands-on execution with the ability to influence stakeholders, drive adoption, and shape the future of people data management within ASML.

Your main responsibilities in this role will include:

• Partner with HR leaders, Business Process Owners, Data Owners, Data Stewards, and Subject Matter Experts to strengthen HR's data management capabilities, clarify accountabilities, and support the adoption of data management responsibilities across the organization.
• Drive the implementation of People Data Management practices by translating policies, standards, and governance requirements into practical and sustainable ways of working that improve data quality, consistency, compliance, and business value.
• Support the identification, documentation, governance, and lifecycle management of HR data assets, critical data elements, business definitions, and data products in alignment with enterprise standards and governance frameworks.
• Act as a trusted advisor for HR data management, supporting stakeholders in solving data-related challenges, identifying improvement opportunities, and embedding governance principles within HR initiatives and transformation programs.
• Develop and maintain business metadata, including business data models, data lineage, business glossaries, attribute definitions, and relationships between business processes, data assets, and supporting systems.
• Support maturity assessments, monitor adoption of data management practices, identify improvement opportunities, and contribute to continuous improvement plans for People Data Management across HR.
• Contribute to cross-functional alignment on data standards, quality requirements, governance decisions, ownership structures, and enterprise data management initiatives to ensure a consistent and trusted HR data foundation.
• Support the development and execution of the People Data Management roadmap by translating HR, sector, and enterprise priorities into initiatives that strengthen governance, metadata management, stewardship, and overall data maturity.

The activities that might become part of this role as the capability matures:

• Drive organizational change, communication, training, and adoption activities to further embed People Data Management as a core capability within HR.
• Coordinate governance forums, stewardship communities, and decision-making processes that support effective ownership, accountability, and management of HR data assets.
• Support the development of future-state business, information, and data architecture by connecting business capabilities, processes, business objects, data objects, and enterprise architecture principles.
• Lead or support strategic initiatives related to data products, trusted data foundations, AI readiness, data democratization, and advanced data governance capabilities across HR.
• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and best practices in data management and translate them into capability improvements that increase the value, usability, and trustworthiness of HR data across the organization.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Management, Data Management, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Human Resources, IT management or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant field or role; for example (HR) data governance, data management, analytics enablement, master data management, or related disciplines.
• Experience within HR in expertise or HR data roles is a plus
• Experience operating in complex international organizations with multiple stakeholders.
• Proven experience driving organizational adoption and implementation of governance practices.
• Experience working with sensitive and regulated data and/or an HR technology ecosystem.

Key Competencies

We seek a candidate who combines technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to elevate our People Analytics initiatives. To thrive in this job, the following behavioral competencies matter:

• Alignment with ASML’s core values: care, collaborate, and challenge, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a positive and productive work environment. 
• Strong business acumen and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and subject matter experts to drive results whilst working through uncertainty. 
• Good knowledge of/or certified in the DAMA DMBOK framework
• Hands on mindset with a strong sense of ownership
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills, with the ability to connect business, process, technology, and data perspectives, translating complex data topics into clear and actionable stories and recommendations. 

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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