Overview
This is a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
About us
Home. There's no place like it. And there's no feeling like helping people create the joy of feeling truly at home.
At Dunelm, that's what we do.
We're the UK's number one choice for homewares because we make home life lovelier for our customers. And the caring and supportive culture we've created makes this a place you'll feel right at home too.
Work your way, together
We're a hybrid business, which means you'll have flexibility alongside time together with your team. In this role, you can expect a minimum of 1 day per fortnight in our Leicester Office helping you stay connected, collaborate and do your best work for our customers.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced SAP Security Analyst to join our SAP Security team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Reporting to the SAP Security and Authorisation Lead, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the ongoing evolution of SAP Security across our SAP landscape. The role requires a knowledgeable and proactive SAP Security professional who can work independently, engage confidently with business and technical stakeholders, and deliver high-quality security and governance outcomes with minimal supervision.
A significant focus of the role will be supporting and delivering SAP role re-engineering activities, strengthening SAP Security governance processes and documentation, improving Segregation of Duties (SoD) controls and ensuring the SAP Security function remains audit-ready.
This role is ideally suited to an individual who has previously participated in multiple SAP implementation, transformation or role redesign programmes and can bring practical experience, fresh thinking and a strong understanding of SAP Security best practice.
What you'll be doing
SAP Security & Authorisations
- Design, build, test and maintain SAP roles and authorisations across the SAP landscape.
- Analyse and resolve complex SAP security and access-related issues.
- Ensure user access is provisioned in line with approved processes, governance standards and business requirements.
- Perform security analysis and provide recommendations to support business and project requirements.
- Support security requirements for SAP enhancements, projects and change initiatives.
SAP Role Re-engineering
- Support and deliver SAP role re-engineering activities across the SAP estate.
- Review existing role structures and identify opportunities for simplification, standardisation and optimisation.
- Analyse access requirements and support the development of job-based access models.
- Facilitate workshops with business stakeholders to understand role requirements and access needs.
- Build and maintain role design documentation and supporting artefacts.
- Ensure role designs align with security standards, governance requirements and business objectives.
- Support testing, deployment and business sign-off activities related to role redesign initiatives.
Segregation of Duties & Risk Management
- Perform Segregation of Duties analysis and support the identification and remediation of security risks.
- Review SoD conflicts and work with stakeholders to define appropriate mitigation controls.
- Support the maintenance of SoD risk frameworks, rule sets and governance processes.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of access governance and risk management controls.
- Produce management information and reporting relating to security risks and compliance activities.
Governance, Audit & Compliance
- Review, maintain and enhance SAP Security governance documentation.
- Ensure all processes, standards and procedures remain current, effective and fit for purpose.
- Support the creation and maintenance of audit evidence and compliance documentation.
- Assist with Internal and External Audit activities and the remediation of audit findings.
- Contribute to the development of sustainable governance processes and security standards.
- Ensure security activities are performed in accordance with established policies and controls.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve SAP Security processes, controls and ways of working.
- Support the implementation of new security tools, approaches and governance initiatives.
- Contribute to SAP Security roadmap activities and transformation programmes.
- Share knowledge and best practice within the SAP Security team.
What we'll look for in you
Essential Experience
- Demonstrable experience delivering SAP Security and Authorisation activities within complex SAP environments.
- Experience participating in multiple SAP implementation, transformation, migration or role redesign programmes.
- Proven experience designing, building and supporting SAP roles and authorisations.
- Experience of SAP role redesign or role rationalisation programmes.
- Experience developing or supporting Job-Based Access models.
- Strong understanding of SAP access management principles and role-based security concepts.
- Experience supporting Segregation of Duties analysis, risk management and mitigation activities.
- Experience working with business stakeholders to gather requirements and define appropriate access solutions.
- Experience reviewing, creating and maintaining SAP Security governance documentation.
- Experience with Pathlock, SAP GRC Access Control or similar governance and compliance solutions.
- Experience supporting audit activities and responding to audit findings.
- Experience developing process documentation, standards, procedures and operational controls.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes independently.
Desirable Experience
- Exposure to SAP S/4HANA Security concepts.
- Experience within a retail or multi-site business environment.
- Experience supporting large-scale business transformation programmes.
Key behaviours
- Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Professional and confident when engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
- Able to challenge constructively and influence outcomes through evidence-based recommendations.
- Organised and methodical approach to documentation and governance activities.
- Pragmatic and risk-aware with a strong customer-focused mindset.
D&I statement
Dunelm is committed to becoming an inclusive business that is representative of our customers and locations. We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, religion, disability, gender or sexual identity, socio-economic background or education. We are committed to making Dunelm a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues. We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values and celebrate diversity in all its forms.
Our commitment to you
Accessibility allows everyone to have an equitable chance when applying and showing off their potential, which helps us create a more inclusive and diverse team that brings fresh ideas and perspectives.
Should you need it, we have an accessibility tool available in the top menu to support you when you're completing your application. If you require any other reasonable adjustments during the application and assessment process, reach out to your recruitment partner.
Tech to the future
Meet John, our Chief Tech and Innovation Officer, who shares insights into the exciting things happening in tech, why Dunelm is his happy place, and his unique route into the tech world.
Work your way
We want our colleagues to feel at home wherever they work, so that they are comfortable and can be their best selves. In addition, we want everyone to feel connected to the business, our strategy and the teams they work with.
Where hybrid working is applicable, colleagues need to strike the right balance to fulfil both of these important factors. You will find the right mix of being at home, in the office & out in the business, bearing in mind business needs, job role and level of responsibility.
Wellbeing is more than just a buzzword here
From our Wellbeing Buddies and Mental Health First Aid training to our progressive parental leave, menopause policies and Colleague Support Fund, we're committed to supporting our colleagues in every area - and at every stage - of their lives. Through our partnership with the Retail Trust, everyone at Dunelm has free access to a 24/7 Virtual GP, as well as therapy and counselling, plus information, guidance and advice in all areas of financial, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Look in our toy box
Of course, you should never judge a business by its tech stack. But take a peek at the range of technologies our engineers and developers are currently playing with.
At Dunelm, we love every aspect of the design process. We're continually researching new developments in packaging, materials and production methods, tapping into new data insights and keeping track of changing lifestyle trends. We're hugely collaborative in the way we work. Together, the teams here have a direct impact on our success, creating amazing products that drive sales and delight our customers, as well as providing direction for our wide and varied range of brands.
Keep on growing
Join us on the tech side and you'll have access to a huge array of learning and development opportunities, including a variety of internally created workshops and externally accredited courses. We also have a substantial tech-specific budget to fund e-Learning licenses, conference visits, resources, and qualifications, plus dedicated mentors, well-being buddies and a wide range of network groups to support you as you progress.
Housewarming & Settling In
where you can find out more about the wider business, our culture, behaviours, networks and wellbeing support
Thrive, our learning and skills platform
which gives you a blended, bite-sized, social learning experience with learning relevant to your role
Our Enterprise Leadership Programme
designed specifically for our strong growth potential Heads of Department to help them reach the next level in their career
Our INSPIRE Programme
designed for our strong growth potential senior managers across the business to enhance their leadership capability
Our EXPLORE Programme
designed to prepare our next generation of Line Managers
Personal Effectiveness
workshops and self-led learning, also delivered through Thrive
Apprenticeships opportunities
relevant to your role - from level 2 (equivalent to GCSE) through to Level 7 (equivalent to Masters)
Colleague Development Fund
to support colleagues in accessing external training relevant to your role
Coaching and mentoring opportunities
to support you in your current role and help you prepare for the next
Self-awareness tools
to help you understand what really matters to you, and where your own talents and ambitions lie
Progress conversations
that reflect on how you're doing and define your focus areas for the coming months
Career conversations
that explore what you want from your career, in light of your current capabilities, potential and future aspirations
Rewards you deserve
- Salary Advance so you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned during the month, rather than having to wait until pay day
- Instant discounts with a range of other companies to help you stretch your budget
- Pension contributions to help you save for your retirement
- ShareSave scheme that enables you to save monthly and buy Dunelm shares at a discounted rate, building up your investments for a rainy day
- Continuous training and coaching to ensure you feel confident in your current role and ready for any new challenges
- Access to wellbeing support as and when you need it, including an online GP for you and your immediate family
- Colleague networks that give everyone a voice and create an environment where we all feel at home
- Outstanding development opportunities and all the support you need to grow your career the way you want
- 33 days annual holiday plus your birthday off to celebrate, and another day when you move home, so you can get settled in
- Generous discounts on all our own products, in-store and online to help you make your house a home
- Cycle to work scheme to help you keep your fitness up and your travel costs down
- Charity day off (paid, of course) so you can volunteer for a charity that matters to you
- Free on-site parking (excluding London office) and good public transport links
How did we get here?
Today, Dunelm is a leader in the £11bn UK homewares market. With over 200 stores across the country and a successful online operation - dunelm.com - we offer over 60,000 products across a broad range of categories. But where did it all begin?
1979
Founder, Bill Adderley and his wife Jean take on a stall in Leicester Market selling curtains. Within a month, they make 600% profit.
1984
First bricks-and-mortar store founded in Churchgate, Leicester.
1988
With momentum growing, first flagship store opens in Leicester, East Street, offering warehouse facilities for expansion across the region.
1991
First superstore opens in Rotherham, offering premium brands such as Dorma, which the company goes on to acquire.
1996
Bill's son Will is appointed CEO of the company, following in his father's footsteps.
1999
Now a household name in the Midlands, Dunelm Mill opens a head office with warehouse facilities in Syston, Leicestershire.
2001
The acquisition of a small custom-made curtains business marks the start of Dunelm's made-to-measure service.
2002
A landmark year as Dunelm Mill opens its 50th store and a new central warehouse in Burton. The company goes on to open new stores at a rate of 10 each year.
2005
A fully shoppable website goes live, with a dedicated warehouse below our Radcliffe store
2006
Dunelm floated on the London Stock Exchange, marking the beginning of a new era for the company.
2010
In Liverpool, the company opens its 100th store, having celebrated its 30th birthday in 2009.
2011
To accommodate continued growth, Dunelm builds a new head office in Syston.
2013
Company rebrands from 'Dunelm Mill' to 'Dunelm' - reflecting what our customers have called us for years.
2016
Our family grew to include Worldstores.
2018
Nick Wilkinson joins the business as our new CEO.
2021
To accommodate our continued growth, Dunelm opens a fourth warehouse in Daventry.
2022
Launch of our 'Conscious Choice' collection - homeware that lasts longer and is made from more sustainable materials.
2024
First Central London store in Westfield.
2024
Expanded into the Republic of Ireland, acquiring Home Focus at Hickey's.
2025
Opened our 200th store in Merthyr Tydfil.
2025
Clo Moriarty joins as CEO, taking the reins from Nick Wilkinson.
There's a brilliant support network you can learn from here, and a great 'no fear of failure' culture.
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