Hybrid working Central London Permanent Post Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Technical Lead to join their busy team on a permanent basis; Duties include; Provide technical leadership to ensure payrolls are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension legislation. Review complex payroll calculations, adjustments and reconciliations. Lead on payroll year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds and statutory reporting requirements. Ensure robust audit trails and controls are maintained across all payroll processes. LGPS and TPS Pension Administration Act as the payroll subject-matter expert for LGPS and TPS pension regulations. Ensure pensionable pay calculations are correctly applied and reported. Oversee monthly and annual pension returns and submissions to pension administrators. Manage complex pension cases including retirements, opt-ins, opt-outs, refunds, AVCs and pension absences. Implement changes arising from pension legislation updates and scheme regulations. Liaise with pension authorities, auditors and external stakeholders to resolve technical queries. Ensure payroll systems are accurately configured in line with statutory legislation, pension regulations and organisational policies. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of new functionality. Develop and maintain payroll procedures, technical documentation and system controls. Work closely with IT, HR, Finance and external suppliers to resolve system issues and deliver enhancements. Monitor payroll interfaces and integrations between Oracle Payroll and third-party applications Lead the administration, configuration and maintenance of Oracle Payroll and associated HR/finance systems. Allocate workload and monitor team performance against service standards. Provide technical guidance, coaching and training to payroll staff. Establish a culture of continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery. Support recruitment, induction and performance management activities. Investigate and resolve complex payroll and pension-related issues. Lead payroll transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Develop management information and reporting to support business decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance and data quality. Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, Internal Audit and external suppliers. Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll and pensions queries. Communicate technical payroll and pension information clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of recommendations. Extensive experience managing payroll operations within a complex organisation. Advanced knowledge of Oracle Payroll systems and payroll system administration. Strong understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) regulations and reporting requirements. Detailed knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC regulations and statutory payments. Experience of payroll reconciliations, system testing and implementation projects. Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills. Previous experience leading and developing payroll teams. You will have; Lead the technical payroll function, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of all payroll services. Act as the subject-matter expert for Oracle Payroll, providing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation, HMRC regulations, employment law requirements and pension scheme regulations. Oversee the administration and reporting requirements of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), ensuring accurate pensionable pay calculations and returns. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of legislative and business changes. Lead the resolution of complex payroll, pensions and system-related queries and issues. Develop and maintain payroll controls, procedures and documentation to support governance and audit requirements. Manage payroll reconciliations and statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Build effective relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, IT teams, system suppliers and external auditors. Lead, motivate and develop a team of payroll professionals, promoting high performance and continuous learning. Drive process improvement, automation and service enhancement initiatives to improve efficiency and customer experience. Produce and analyse payroll and pension management information, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Ensure payroll data integrity, security and confidentiality are maintained in line with GDPR and organisational policies. Support internal and external audits, implementing recommendations and corrective actions where required. Ensure service delivery standards, key performance indicators and statutory deadlines are consistently achieved. If you have all of the above, and seeking a new challenge then please apply now No sponsorship available for this post Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Hybrid working Central London Permanent Post Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Technical Lead to join their busy team on a permanent basis; Duties include; Provide technical leadership to ensure payrolls are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension legislation. Review complex payroll calculations, adjustments and reconciliations. Lead on payroll year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds and statutory reporting requirements. Ensure robust audit trails and controls are maintained across all payroll processes. LGPS and TPS Pension Administration Act as the payroll subject-matter expert for LGPS and TPS pension regulations. Ensure pensionable pay calculations are correctly applied and reported. Oversee monthly and annual pension returns and submissions to pension administrators. Manage complex pension cases including retirements, opt-ins, opt-outs, refunds, AVCs and pension absences. Implement changes arising from pension legislation updates and scheme regulations. Liaise with pension authorities, auditors and external stakeholders to resolve technical queries. Ensure payroll systems are accurately configured in line with statutory legislation, pension regulations and organisational policies. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of new functionality. Develop and maintain payroll procedures, technical documentation and system controls. Work closely with IT, HR, Finance and external suppliers to resolve system issues and deliver enhancements. Monitor payroll interfaces and integrations between Oracle Payroll and third-party applications Lead the administration, configuration and maintenance of Oracle Payroll and associated HR/finance systems. Allocate workload and monitor team performance against service standards. Provide technical guidance, coaching and training to payroll staff. Establish a culture of continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery. Support recruitment, induction and performance management activities. Investigate and resolve complex payroll and pension-related issues. Lead payroll transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Develop management information and reporting to support business decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance and data quality. Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, Internal Audit and external suppliers. Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll and pensions queries. Communicate technical payroll and pension information clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of recommendations. Extensive experience managing payroll operations within a complex organisation. Advanced knowledge of Oracle Payroll systems and payroll system administration. Strong understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) regulations and reporting requirements. Detailed knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC regulations and statutory payments. Experience of payroll reconciliations, system testing and implementation projects. Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills. Previous experience leading and developing payroll teams. You will have; Lead the technical payroll function, ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of all payroll services. Act as the subject-matter expert for Oracle Payroll, providing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation, HMRC regulations, employment law requirements and pension scheme regulations. Oversee the administration and reporting requirements of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), ensuring accurate pensionable pay calculations and returns. Manage payroll system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of legislative and business changes. Lead the resolution of complex payroll, pensions and system-related queries and issues. Develop and maintain payroll controls, procedures and documentation to support governance and audit requirements. Manage payroll reconciliations and statutory reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Build effective relationships with HR, Finance, Pension Administrators, IT teams, system suppliers and external auditors. Lead, motivate and develop a team of payroll professionals, promoting high performance and continuous learning. Drive process improvement, automation and service enhancement initiatives to improve efficiency and customer experience. Produce and analyse payroll and pension management information, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Ensure payroll data integrity, security and confidentiality are maintained in line with GDPR and organisational policies. Support internal and external audits, implementing recommendations and corrective actions where required. Ensure service delivery standards, key performance indicators and statutory deadlines are consistently achieved. If you have all of the above, and seeking a new challenge then please apply now No sponsorship available for this post Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
A leading organisation undergoing significant digital transformation is seeking an experienced Oracle Fusion HCM & Payroll Lead to join its Enterprise Applications team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Oracle professional to take ownership of the HCM and Payroll landscape, acting as the functional lead for system enhancements, configuration, continuous improvement and business-critical support activities. Working closely with business stakeholders, technical teams and third-party partners, you will play a key role in ensuring the Oracle Fusion platform continues to deliver maximum value across HR and Payroll operations. Key Responsibilities Act as the functional lead across Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll Configure, maintain and optimise Oracle Fusion HCM modules Lead the delivery of system enhancements, change requests and continuous improvement initiatives Translate business requirements into scalable functional solutions Support system upgrades, testing cycles and release activities Work closely with technical teams on integrations, reporting and data-related requirements Provide expert guidance on Oracle best practice and process improvement Build strong relationships with business stakeholders and third-party suppliers Support project delivery and transformation programmes across the wider application landscape Mentor and support colleagues across the wider team Experience Required Extensive experience supporting and configuring Oracle Fusion HCM Strong knowledge of Oracle Payroll and wider HCM business processes Experience across multiple Oracle Fusion HCM modules including Core HR, Payroll, Absence Management, Talent Management, Recruitment, Learning and Compensation Proven ability to lead functional design, configuration and enhancement activities Experience producing functional specifications and requirements documentation Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Ability to work across both business and technical teams Desirable Experience Oracle E-Business Suite R12 BI Publisher reporting Oracle integrations and interfaces PL/SQL or Java exposure Shared Services environments Agile, Prince2 or ITIL delivery methodologies This role would suit a senior Oracle Fusion HCM professional who enjoys combining hands-on configuration with stakeholder engagement, solution design and continuous improvement within a complex enterprise environment.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
A leading organisation undergoing significant digital transformation is seeking an experienced Oracle Fusion HCM & Payroll Lead to join its Enterprise Applications team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Oracle professional to take ownership of the HCM and Payroll landscape, acting as the functional lead for system enhancements, configuration, continuous improvement and business-critical support activities. Working closely with business stakeholders, technical teams and third-party partners, you will play a key role in ensuring the Oracle Fusion platform continues to deliver maximum value across HR and Payroll operations. Key Responsibilities Act as the functional lead across Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll Configure, maintain and optimise Oracle Fusion HCM modules Lead the delivery of system enhancements, change requests and continuous improvement initiatives Translate business requirements into scalable functional solutions Support system upgrades, testing cycles and release activities Work closely with technical teams on integrations, reporting and data-related requirements Provide expert guidance on Oracle best practice and process improvement Build strong relationships with business stakeholders and third-party suppliers Support project delivery and transformation programmes across the wider application landscape Mentor and support colleagues across the wider team Experience Required Extensive experience supporting and configuring Oracle Fusion HCM Strong knowledge of Oracle Payroll and wider HCM business processes Experience across multiple Oracle Fusion HCM modules including Core HR, Payroll, Absence Management, Talent Management, Recruitment, Learning and Compensation Proven ability to lead functional design, configuration and enhancement activities Experience producing functional specifications and requirements documentation Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Ability to work across both business and technical teams Desirable Experience Oracle E-Business Suite R12 BI Publisher reporting Oracle integrations and interfaces PL/SQL or Java exposure Shared Services environments Agile, Prince2 or ITIL delivery methodologies This role would suit a senior Oracle Fusion HCM professional who enjoys combining hands-on configuration with stakeholder engagement, solution design and continuous improvement within a complex enterprise environment.
A Public Sector organisation in South London are seeking an Oracle HCM Programme Manager to deliver their new HCM system. The HR System Programme Manager will play a lead role in planning, coordinating and driving delivery of the Oracle Cloud HCM implementation and related modules. This role will provide dedicated programme management leadership across the technical delivery of the programme, helping to replace a manual and intensive HR systems offering with an integrated, secure and scalable Oracle-based solution. A key focus of the role will be maintaining delivery momentum in a complex environment with multiple dependencies, including, stakeholder availability, data quality activity, testing strategy, payroll parallel runs and change readiness. You will work closely with technical specialists, business SMEs and programme sponsors to ensure the solution is delivered in line with agreed objectives, controls and milestones, while supporting effective decision-making and transparent reporting through programme governance frameworks. The role will also be important in helping to manage delivery risks associated with resource availability, integration complexity, legacy system replacement, user adoption and the timing of phased go-lives. As part of a high-profile transformation aligned to the launch of a new People Strategy, the HR System Programme Manager will help ensure the programme delivers the intended operational, financial and strategic benefits, while supporting a smooth transition from legacy systems to the new Oracle HCM environment. This role will require the following experience: Successful experience of delivering Oracle HCM system implementations, ideally within an enterprise-scale environment that involves multiple workstreams, interdependencies and phased delivery. Experience migrating from legacy HR and payroll systems (e.g. iTrent, MHR), including data mapping, reconciliation and payroll parallel runs. Experience integrating Oracle HCM with Finance systems (e.g. Oracle ERP, GL, payroll costing, project accounting). Understanding of HR architecture, including downstream integration and reporting environments. Demonstrable experience of delivering other large-scale system or technical transformation programmes across cross-functional business and technical teams. Experience of managing delivery across multiple stakeholder groups, including senior sponsors, subject matter experts, technical specialists, suppliers and operational teams, while maintaining strong governance and clear accountability. Experience of Agile and PRINCE2 framework principles within a technology function underpinned with a Programme Management and / or PM qualification / certification such as MSP, PRINCE2, agile certifications.
Jul 07, 2026
Contractor
A Public Sector organisation in South London are seeking an Oracle HCM Programme Manager to deliver their new HCM system. The HR System Programme Manager will play a lead role in planning, coordinating and driving delivery of the Oracle Cloud HCM implementation and related modules. This role will provide dedicated programme management leadership across the technical delivery of the programme, helping to replace a manual and intensive HR systems offering with an integrated, secure and scalable Oracle-based solution. A key focus of the role will be maintaining delivery momentum in a complex environment with multiple dependencies, including, stakeholder availability, data quality activity, testing strategy, payroll parallel runs and change readiness. You will work closely with technical specialists, business SMEs and programme sponsors to ensure the solution is delivered in line with agreed objectives, controls and milestones, while supporting effective decision-making and transparent reporting through programme governance frameworks. The role will also be important in helping to manage delivery risks associated with resource availability, integration complexity, legacy system replacement, user adoption and the timing of phased go-lives. As part of a high-profile transformation aligned to the launch of a new People Strategy, the HR System Programme Manager will help ensure the programme delivers the intended operational, financial and strategic benefits, while supporting a smooth transition from legacy systems to the new Oracle HCM environment. This role will require the following experience: Successful experience of delivering Oracle HCM system implementations, ideally within an enterprise-scale environment that involves multiple workstreams, interdependencies and phased delivery. Experience migrating from legacy HR and payroll systems (e.g. iTrent, MHR), including data mapping, reconciliation and payroll parallel runs. Experience integrating Oracle HCM with Finance systems (e.g. Oracle ERP, GL, payroll costing, project accounting). Understanding of HR architecture, including downstream integration and reporting environments. Demonstrable experience of delivering other large-scale system or technical transformation programmes across cross-functional business and technical teams. Experience of managing delivery across multiple stakeholder groups, including senior sponsors, subject matter experts, technical specialists, suppliers and operational teams, while maintaining strong governance and clear accountability. Experience of Agile and PRINCE2 framework principles within a technology function underpinned with a Programme Management and / or PM qualification / certification such as MSP, PRINCE2, agile certifications.
We're looking for an experienced Oracle Fusion HCM & Payroll Functional Manager to lead a small team of specialists while driving the ongoing development, optimisation and support of a large-scale Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll environment. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining team management, functional expertise and solution design. You'll act as the senior subject matter expert across Oracle HCM and Payroll, providing guidance on best practice, supporting business-critical change and ensuring successful delivery of quarterly releases and continuous improvements. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of Oracle HCM & Payroll Functional Consultants. Act as the functional lead for Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll, providing expert guidance across support, enhancements and projects. Translate business requirements into functional and technical solution designs. Drive continuous improvement across HR and Payroll processes, promoting Oracle best practice and standard functionality. Oversee quarterly release management, testing cycles and deployment activities. Support payroll-related change, including tax updates and critical business releases. Work closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for system and process improvement. Troubleshoot complex HCM and Payroll issues and provide effective resolutions. Collaborate with internal teams and third-party partners to deliver high-quality solutions. About You Proven experience leading or mentoring Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll teams. Strong functional expertise across Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll modules. Expert-level knowledge of Oracle Fast Formula , with hands-on experience designing and delivering payroll solutions. Experience managing Oracle Fusion quarterly release cycles and continuous improvement programmes. Strong understanding of payroll processes, configuration and support within complex organisations. Ability to translate business requirements into clear functional and technical designs. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, balancing BAU support with project delivery. Experience of both Agile and Waterfall delivery environments would be beneficial.
Jul 03, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an experienced Oracle Fusion HCM & Payroll Functional Manager to lead a small team of specialists while driving the ongoing development, optimisation and support of a large-scale Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll environment. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining team management, functional expertise and solution design. You'll act as the senior subject matter expert across Oracle HCM and Payroll, providing guidance on best practice, supporting business-critical change and ensuring successful delivery of quarterly releases and continuous improvements. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of Oracle HCM & Payroll Functional Consultants. Act as the functional lead for Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll, providing expert guidance across support, enhancements and projects. Translate business requirements into functional and technical solution designs. Drive continuous improvement across HR and Payroll processes, promoting Oracle best practice and standard functionality. Oversee quarterly release management, testing cycles and deployment activities. Support payroll-related change, including tax updates and critical business releases. Work closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for system and process improvement. Troubleshoot complex HCM and Payroll issues and provide effective resolutions. Collaborate with internal teams and third-party partners to deliver high-quality solutions. About You Proven experience leading or mentoring Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll teams. Strong functional expertise across Oracle Fusion HCM and Payroll modules. Expert-level knowledge of Oracle Fast Formula , with hands-on experience designing and delivering payroll solutions. Experience managing Oracle Fusion quarterly release cycles and continuous improvement programmes. Strong understanding of payroll processes, configuration and support within complex organisations. Ability to translate business requirements into clear functional and technical designs. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, balancing BAU support with project delivery. Experience of both Agile and Waterfall delivery environments would be beneficial.
Your new company You'll be working for a large, well-known organisation who are a reputable force within their industry. Your new role This critical role ensures that system changes, enhancements, and integrations are rigorously tested and validated to support accurate, compliant, and efficient operations. The successful candidate will act as a subject-matter expert across HR systems, collaborating with IT, Payroll, and HR teams to deliver high-quality system support and improvements. Lead and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system changes and enhancements. Develop and maintain test scenarios, scripts, and documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance. Collaborate with internal IT teams and external service providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of payroll system changes. Simulate payroll processing scenarios in Oracle EBS to validate system functionality and ensure compliance with business processes. Identify, report, and track bugs or errors found during testing phases. Act as a key point of contact for Oracle HR/Payroll queries and system-related issues. Provide SME support for HR and IT projects, contributing to system improvements and process simplification. Build strong relationships across HR Shared Services and business units to enhance system usage and data quality. Attend regular Incident and Change Request meetings with IT and Unisys. Ensure SLAs are met, and customer expectations are consistently delivered. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in Oracle EBS. Strong understanding of payroll operations, compliance requirements, and system integration. Experience in writing and executing UAT scripts and documenting test evidence. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to issue resolution. What you'll get in return A role that is a fixed-term contract for nine months, paying up to 32,000 FTE and is based in Northamptonshire with hybrid working on offer. Sponsorship not available What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Your new company You'll be working for a large, well-known organisation who are a reputable force within their industry. Your new role This critical role ensures that system changes, enhancements, and integrations are rigorously tested and validated to support accurate, compliant, and efficient operations. The successful candidate will act as a subject-matter expert across HR systems, collaborating with IT, Payroll, and HR teams to deliver high-quality system support and improvements. Lead and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system changes and enhancements. Develop and maintain test scenarios, scripts, and documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance. Collaborate with internal IT teams and external service providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of payroll system changes. Simulate payroll processing scenarios in Oracle EBS to validate system functionality and ensure compliance with business processes. Identify, report, and track bugs or errors found during testing phases. Act as a key point of contact for Oracle HR/Payroll queries and system-related issues. Provide SME support for HR and IT projects, contributing to system improvements and process simplification. Build strong relationships across HR Shared Services and business units to enhance system usage and data quality. Attend regular Incident and Change Request meetings with IT and Unisys. Ensure SLAs are met, and customer expectations are consistently delivered. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in Oracle EBS. Strong understanding of payroll operations, compliance requirements, and system integration. Experience in writing and executing UAT scripts and documenting test evidence. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to issue resolution. What you'll get in return A role that is a fixed-term contract for nine months, paying up to 32,000 FTE and is based in Northamptonshire with hybrid working on offer. Sponsorship not available What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
IT Project Manager (Oracle HR) Our L+P client is looking for a highly skilled IT Project Manager (Oracle HR) to join their team for a 6 months initali contract. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and deliver HR and Payroll system implementations and enhancements, with a strong emphasis on Oracle HR platforms. The successful candidate will manage cross-functional teams, liaise with stakeholders across HR, Payroll, and IT, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to budget. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end delivery of HR and Payroll projects, particularly those involving Oracle HR systems (e.g., Oracle HCM Cloud, Oracle E-Business Suite). Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, manage timelines, budgets, risks, and resources. Ensure compliance with data protection and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HMRC). Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations. Facilitate change management and user adoption strategies. Provide regular project updates to senior leadership and stakeholders. Conduct post-implementation reviews and ensure continuous improvement. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience as an IT Project Manager delivering HR and Payroll systems. Strong knowledge of Oracle HR platforms (e.g., Oracle HCM Cloud, Oracle Fusion, Oracle EBS). Experience with HR processes including onboarding, performance management, compensation, and payroll. Familiarity with UK payroll legislation and compliance standards. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) is desirable. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
IT Project Manager (Oracle HR) Our L+P client is looking for a highly skilled IT Project Manager (Oracle HR) to join their team for a 6 months initali contract. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and deliver HR and Payroll system implementations and enhancements, with a strong emphasis on Oracle HR platforms. The successful candidate will manage cross-functional teams, liaise with stakeholders across HR, Payroll, and IT, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to budget. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end delivery of HR and Payroll projects, particularly those involving Oracle HR systems (e.g., Oracle HCM Cloud, Oracle E-Business Suite). Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, manage timelines, budgets, risks, and resources. Ensure compliance with data protection and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HMRC). Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations. Facilitate change management and user adoption strategies. Provide regular project updates to senior leadership and stakeholders. Conduct post-implementation reviews and ensure continuous improvement. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience as an IT Project Manager delivering HR and Payroll systems. Strong knowledge of Oracle HR platforms (e.g., Oracle HCM Cloud, Oracle Fusion, Oracle EBS). Experience with HR processes including onboarding, performance management, compensation, and payroll. Familiarity with UK payroll legislation and compliance standards. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) is desirable. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Your new company You'll be working for a large, well-known organisation who are a reputable force within their industry. Your new role This critical role ensures that system changes, enhancements, and integrations are rigorously tested and validated to support accurate, compliant, and efficient operations. The successful candidate will act as a subject-matter expert across HR systems, collaborating with IT, Payroll, and HR teams to deliver high-quality system support and improvements. Lead and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system changes and enhancements. Develop and maintain test scenarios, scripts, and documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance. Collaborate with internal IT teams and external service providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of payroll system changes. Simulate payroll processing scenarios in Oracle EBS to validate system functionality and ensure compliance with business processes. Identify, report, and track bugs or errors found during testing phases. Act as a key point of contact for Oracle HR/Payroll queries and system-related issues. Provide SME support for HR and IT projects, contributing to system improvements and process simplification. Build strong relationships across HR Shared Services and business units to enhance system usage and data quality. Attend regular Incident and Change Request meetings with IT and Unisys. Ensure SLAs are met, and customer expectations are consistently delivered. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in Oracle EBS. Strong understanding of payroll operations, compliance requirements, and system integration. Experience in writing and executing UAT scripts and documenting test evidence. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to issue resolution. What you'll get in return A role that is a fixed-term contract for nine months, paying up to £32,000 FTE and is based in Northamptonshire with hybrid working on offer. *Sponsorship not available* What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Oct 01, 2025
Your new company You'll be working for a large, well-known organisation who are a reputable force within their industry. Your new role This critical role ensures that system changes, enhancements, and integrations are rigorously tested and validated to support accurate, compliant, and efficient operations. The successful candidate will act as a subject-matter expert across HR systems, collaborating with IT, Payroll, and HR teams to deliver high-quality system support and improvements. Lead and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system changes and enhancements. Develop and maintain test scenarios, scripts, and documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance. Collaborate with internal IT teams and external service providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of payroll system changes. Simulate payroll processing scenarios in Oracle EBS to validate system functionality and ensure compliance with business processes. Identify, report, and track bugs or errors found during testing phases. Act as a key point of contact for Oracle HR/Payroll queries and system-related issues. Provide SME support for HR and IT projects, contributing to system improvements and process simplification. Build strong relationships across HR Shared Services and business units to enhance system usage and data quality. Attend regular Incident and Change Request meetings with IT and Unisys. Ensure SLAs are met, and customer expectations are consistently delivered. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in Oracle EBS. Strong understanding of payroll operations, compliance requirements, and system integration. Experience in writing and executing UAT scripts and documenting test evidence. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to issue resolution. What you'll get in return A role that is a fixed-term contract for nine months, paying up to £32,000 FTE and is based in Northamptonshire with hybrid working on offer. *Sponsorship not available* What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
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Practice Area BCG Platinion launched in Germany in 2000 to add deep technical expertise to the Boston Consulting Group's existing capabilities. Today, our presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. Our New York-based North American team began in 2014 and in 2017 acquired MAYA Design, a Pittsburgh-based digital design and innovation lab, to grow our capabilities around technology and design. We support our clients' total digital transformation through technology, design, cybersecurity, and risk management & financial engineering capabilities. And together with BCG, BCG Platinion's interdisciplinary team of technical experts enable customized technical solutions and accelerate delivery value through new business platforms, application consolidations, and major system implementations. What You'll Do We are looking for a Manager with experience in delivering technology transformation programmes, particularly within the UK public sector (NHS, Government, MOD, MOJ, Local or Central Government). You will bring hands-on expertise in systems implementation, functional and technical design, testing, and data migration, with a focus on Oracle Cloud HCM modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management, Recruiting as well as Oracle ME and other relevant foundational technologies and frameworks. The role will enable you to be part of a team driving meaningful change across the UK public sector. As part of our Public Sector Transformation team, you'll work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and impact - helping to deliver mission-critical programmes that shape the future of services like healthcare, central government, and beyond. You'll be solving complex challenges, from leading Oracle HCM transformations to managing complex data migrations, systems testing or managing full-scale implementations - you'll tackle the challenges that matter. Working alongside passionate experts and forward-thinking public sector leaders, you'll help design the digital foundations of tomorrow's healthcare, government, and public sector services. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients' problems. Together with our clients you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. At times you will also be expected to work on projects outside of the Oracle domain. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring We're looking for exceptional talent with experience of working in the consulting industry to join us. You will typically have: • 10 - 15 years' experience in IT Programme management, system delivery, testing, data migration and technology transformation programmes, particularly within the UK public sector (NHS, Government , MOD, MOJ, Local Gov, or Central Government) • Previous Consulting experience is a must (focused on technology, digital initiatives, large-scale transformations) • You will bring hands-on expertise in systems implementation, testing, and data migration, with a focus on Oracle HCM modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management and Recruiting • You will bring hands-on expertise in leading large-scale systems implementation from a functional and technical perspective, incl. requirements engineering, testing, and data migration, with a focus on Oracle HCM modules • Familiarity with technological foundation of Oracle Cloud / Fusion HCM as well as adjacent relevant technologies such as Oracle DWH and Oracle ME • Ability to manage full programme lifecycles - planning, governance, risk, and stakeholder engagement • Skilled at presenting to C-Level and senior public sector stakeholders. • Confident leading cross-functional teams and managing vendor relationships. • Comfortable navigating public sector frameworks, governance, and assurance. • Experience running workshops, defining solution architectures, and managing programme documentation. • Experience of mentoring and managing teams, contributing to practice development, and supporting business development. • Strong understanding of public sector delivery frameworks, especially in NHS or central government. • Excellent communication and client-facing skills. • Willingness to travel within the UK. • A University degree with above average academic performance in a Computer Science or IT related degree. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Sep 28, 2025
Full time
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What You'll Do We are looking for a Manager with experience in delivering technology transformation programmes, particularly within the UK public sector (NHS, Government, MOD, MOJ, Local or Central Government). You will bring hands-on expertise in systems implementation, functional and technical design, testing, and data migration, with a focus on Oracle Cloud HCM modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management, Recruiting as well as Oracle ME and other relevant foundational technologies and frameworks. The role will enable you to be part of a team driving meaningful change across the UK public sector. As part of our Public Sector Transformation team, you'll work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and impact - helping to deliver mission-critical programmes that shape the future of services like healthcare, central government, and beyond. You'll be solving complex challenges, from leading Oracle HCM transformations to managing complex data migrations, systems testing or managing full-scale implementations - you'll tackle the challenges that matter. Working alongside passionate experts and forward-thinking public sector leaders, you'll help design the digital foundations of tomorrow's healthcare, government, and public sector services. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients' problems. Together with our clients you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. At times you will also be expected to work on projects outside of the Oracle domain. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring We're looking for exceptional talent with experience of working in the consulting industry to join us. You will typically have: • 10 - 15 years' experience in IT Programme management, system delivery, testing, data migration and technology transformation programmes, particularly within the UK public sector (NHS, Government , MOD, MOJ, Local Gov, or Central Government) • Previous Consulting experience is a must (focused on technology, digital initiatives, large-scale transformations) • You will bring hands-on expertise in systems implementation, testing, and data migration, with a focus on Oracle HCM modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management and Recruiting • You will bring hands-on expertise in leading large-scale systems implementation from a functional and technical perspective, incl. requirements engineering, testing, and data migration, with a focus on Oracle HCM modules • Familiarity with technological foundation of Oracle Cloud / Fusion HCM as well as adjacent relevant technologies such as Oracle DWH and Oracle ME • Ability to manage full programme lifecycles - planning, governance, risk, and stakeholder engagement • Skilled at presenting to C-Level and senior public sector stakeholders. • Confident leading cross-functional teams and managing vendor relationships. • Comfortable navigating public sector frameworks, governance, and assurance. • Experience running workshops, defining solution architectures, and managing programme documentation. • Experience of mentoring and managing teams, contributing to practice development, and supporting business development. • Strong understanding of public sector delivery frameworks, especially in NHS or central government. • Excellent communication and client-facing skills. • Willingness to travel within the UK. • A University degree with above average academic performance in a Computer Science or IT related degree. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
