Oracle HCM Technical/Functional Consultant

Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Technical/Functional Consultant to join our global HR Technology team supporting the implementation and ongoing enhancement of Oracle HCM Cloud. While experience with Oracle HCM Cloud is desirable, it is not the primary requirement for this role. We are looking for a consultant with a strong background in the design, implementation, and support of integrations between HR systems and Payroll platforms. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accurate, secure, and efficient flow of employee data across multiple systems and countries. This role will work closely with HR, Payroll, IT, external vendors, and implementation partners to deliver robust integration solutions that support global business processes and payroll operations. Training can be provided on Oracle HCM Cloud for candidates who bring strong HR and Payroll integration expertise.

Key Responsibilities
HR & Payroll Integration Design
• Lead the design and delivery of interfaces between HR systems and payroll platforms.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable integration solutions.
• Define data mapping, transformation logic, validation rules, error handling, and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure accurate movement of employee, organizational, compensation, absence, and time-related data between systems. Oracle HCM Cloud Support
• Support the implementation, configuration, and ongoing enhancement of Oracle HCM Cloud.
• Collaborate with functional and technical teams to ensure integration solutions align with Oracle HCM architecture and best practices.
• Participate in system design workshops, testing activities, and deployment planning. Payroll Systems Collaboration
• Partner with Global Payroll teams and payroll vendors to understand local and global payroll requirements.
• Support payroll-related projects, acquisitions, divestitures, and process harmonization initiatives.
• Ensure interfaces comply with country-specific payroll regulations and reporting requirements where applicable. Technical Delivery
• Support integration development using appropriate middleware and integration technologies.
• Create and maintain interface specifications, technical documentation, process flows, and support procedures.
• Perform data analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigation of interface issues.
• Monitor integration performance and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reliability. Testing & Quality Assurance
• Develop and execute integration test plans.
• Support SIT, UAT, payroll parallel testing, and production validation activities.
• Ensure comprehensive reconciliation and validation processes are established for all payroll-related integrations. Stakeholder Management
• Work closely with HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, and external implementation partners.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on integration best practices and process improvement opportunities. Required Experience Essential
• Significant experience designing and implementing integrations between HR systems and Payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end HR and Payroll processes and data flows.
• Experience with employee master data, job data, compensation data, organisational structures, absences, and workforce lifecycle events.
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into technical integration specifications.
• Proven experience managing complex system interfaces within global or multi-country environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting testing, reconciliation, and payroll validation processes.
• Ability to work effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
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• Desirable
• Experience with Oracle HCM Cloud.
• Experience with Oracle HCM Extracts, HDL, HSDL, Fast Formulas, REST APIs, SOAP services, or Oracle Integration Cloud.
• Experience working with global payroll providers such as ADP, SD Worx, NGA/Alight, Safeguard, Ramco, or local payroll solutions.
• Experience with Workday, SuccessFactors, UKG, Oracle, or other enterprise HR platforms.
• Experience in global HR transformation or system implementation programmes. Technical Knowledge The successful candidate should have experience in one or more of the following:
• HR-to-Payroll interfaces
• Middleware and integration platforms
• API-based integrations
• File-based integrations
• Data mapping and transformation
• Data validation and reconciliation
• HR master data management
• Global HR and Payroll processes
• Data governance and GDPR compliance
• Integration monitoring and support Qualifications
• Relevant integration, HR technology, or project certifications are advantageous. Key Competencies
• HR & Payroll Integration Expertise
• Business Analysis
• Solution Design
• Stakeholder Management
• Data Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Communication and Influencing Skills
• Quality and Accuracy Focus
• Global Mindset
• Collaboration and Teamwork What Success Looks Like
• Reliable and accurate HR-to-Payroll data integrations.
• Reduction in payroll interface errors and manual interventions.
• Successful support of Oracle HCM Cloud implementation milestones.
• High levels of stakeholder satisfaction across HR, Payroll, and IT.
• Well-documented, scalable, and supportable integration solutions.
• Improved operational efficiency and data quality across the HR technology landscape.