Enterprise Applications HCM Architect

Performs advisory and implementation services to address Human Capital Management (Human Resource and Payroll), and other business needs throughout the enterprise by leveraging the HCM suite of Oracle products. Responsible for leading the implementation of the solution to client's requirements and in line with delivery plan and agreed budget, promoting a strong working relationship and team spirit with the Grant Thornton programme team. Additionally, the role will include provision of thought leadership around relevant Oracle technology and suite of applications, as well as assistance in business development and practice development for the Enterprise Applications Strategy practice. We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we'll support you to balance your work and life. A look into the role As a Enterprise Applications HCM Architect within our team practice, you will:

• Own and manage the solution from the initial conception through to testing and design freeze
• Responsible for documenting business requirements, system designs and transformational goals to achieve our client's objectives
• Responsible for documenting and maintaining integration designs and extensions
• Support the Delivery Director and the Project Manager in managing scope, plans and budget
• Manage teams in the identification of business requirements, functional design, process design (including scenario design, flow mapping), prototyping, testing, and training
• Identify business opportunities to increase usability and profitability of information architecture
• Build and maintain close relationships with client senior executives
• Provide leadership and insight for client account development opportunities
• Take a lead role in creating go-to market propositions, proposals, budgets, and work plans
• Work closely with Oracle SMEs and the designated Alliance Manager in marketing and business development activities as appropriate
• Take personal responsibility for managing workload to meet own utilisation targets
  
  Joining us as a HCM Architect, the minimum criteria you'll need is experience in Oracle HCM (HR and Payroll) Cloud design, configuration and implementation . It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way.
• Extensive years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing multiple industry clients
• Extensive experience in Oracle HCM (HR and Payroll) Cloud design, configuration and implementation
• Years of experience Oracle E-Business Suite HR and Payroll design, configuration and implementation
• Evidence of appropriate Oracle vendor formal training and skills development (other vendor training experience and knowledge would be a benefit)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles, key metrics and reports
• Some experience in migrations/deployments of Enterprise Application solutions to the cloud
• Experience with Enterprise Application Integration and back-end data connectivity applications
• Experience installing/configuring/implementing Oracle Applications
• Proven ability delivering complex and time sensitive projects
• Strong leadership skills; able to conduct meetings and write technically orientated documents
• Ability to engage and respond effectively to client's senior stakeholder groups
• Ability to develop and maintain architecture roadmaps to senior stakeholders' requirements adhering to the enterprise strategy and reference models
• Able to work with clients to understand current state processes and define future state processes based on business objectives
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 100%
• Oracle certification and accreditation in HCM
• A professional architecture qualification (such as TOGAF) is highly beneficial but not essential
• A professional qualification (such as in accounting or HR) is beneficial but not essential
  
  Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton., Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.
Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm's values - purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be.

The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. Whether that's working reduced contracted hours, working your hours over a shorter period or utilising our 'how we work' framework. Everyone has an immediate right to request a flexible arrangement through our flexible working policy.