HR Systems Manager - Oracle Transformation Lead

You will take ownership of the organisation's Oracle HCM environment (Core HR, Absence, Recruitment, Benefits and related modules), ensuring it delivers operational excellence and supports long-term business strategy.

This role goes beyond system maintenance. You will act as an internal consultant - challenging existing processes, identifying opportunities for automation and AI integration, and leading the roadmap for continuous improvement across HR technology. You will also directly manage and develop a team responsible for systems configuration, integrations and management information reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and optimisation of the global Oracle HCM platform
• Oversee system configuration, testing, enhancements and supplier engagement
• Develop and execute a forward-thinking HR systems and AI roadmap
• Drive process improvement through technology innovation and automation
• Strengthen governance frameworks for change control, testing and system enhancements
• Manage integrations between HR systems and Finance, Payroll, IT and other enterprise platforms
• Deliver high-quality, insight-led management information and analytics to senior stakeholders
• Monitor system performance and supplier SLAs, escalating risks where necessary
• Lead, coach and develop a team of HR Systems specialists and MI analysts
• Run requirements-gathering workshops and translate business needs into technical solutions
• Improve user experience and increase system adoption across the organisation

• Strong hands-on experience configuring and developing Oracle HCM (essential)
• Proven experience leading and developing a HR Systems, MI or Data team
• Demonstrable experience managing HR system integrations across multiple platforms
• Strong understanding of system governance, testing protocols and change management
• Experience operating in complex, evolving environments
• Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and translate technical concepts clearly
• Strong analytical capability with experience delivering meaningful business insights
• Process improvement, Business Analysis or related qualifications would be advantageous.

This is a visible leadership role within a globally connected organisation that values innovation, collaboration and operational excellence. You will have genuine influence over HR technology strategy, team development and the future direction of systems capability.