Manager-Solutions & BD

HRO Solution Lead

About the role

As an HRO Solution Lead, you will make an impact by designing innovative and scalable Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO) solutions that address client business needs and drive successful outsourcing engagements. You will be a valued member of the HRO Solutions team and work collaboratively with HR operations, technology, finance, legal, sales, and client stakeholders to develop compelling solutions that differentiate Cognizant in the marketplace.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the analysis of client requirements from RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs to identify business objectives, challenges, and solution opportunities.
• Design end-to-end HRO solutions, including operating models, service delivery frameworks, transition approaches, technology enablement, and pricing strategies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive, high-quality proposals and solution artifacts.
• Develop and present solution blueprints, value propositions, and business cases that clearly articulate client value and competitive differentiation.
• Support due diligence activities, client workshops, and oral presentations throughout the pursuit lifecycle while ensuring adherence to internal governance standards.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at a client or Cognizant office based on project and business needs. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in HR operations, HRO solutioning, HR consulting, or business process outsourcing environments.
• Proven experience leading solution design and responding to RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs for large-scale HR outsourcing engagements.
• Strong understanding of hire-to-retire HR processes, service delivery models, and HR technology platforms such as Workday or SAP SuccessFactors.
• Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

These will help you stand out

• MBA or relevant advanced degree.
• Experience supporting global HR outsourcing engagements across multiple geographies.
• Knowledge of commercial constructs, pricing methodologies, and business case development.
• Familiarity with digital HR solutions, automation platforms, analytics, and AI-enabled HR technologies.
• Strong understanding of market trends, industry best practices, and emerging innovations within the HRO landscape.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.