Job Title: Oracle HCM Functional Consultant (Core HR, Learning, Recruiting, Talent & Performance)Location: UK (Hybrid/Remote)Contract Type: ContractDuration: 12 Months (Initial)Role OverviewA large organisation is undertaking a major ERP transformation, migrating from a legacy SAP platform to Oracle Fusion Cloud across HCM.This role is responsible for end-to-end functional delivery across Core HR and Talent modules, including Learning, Recruiting, Performance Management, and Talent & Succession. The consultant will lead functional design, data migration assurance, testing, and business readiness to ensure a successful and compliant HCM transformation.Key ResponsibilitiesHCM Functional DesignLead functional design across Oracle Fusion HCM Core HR and Talent modules (Core HR, Learning, Recruiting, Performance, Talent & Succession).Translate legacy SAP HCM (PA/OM) processes into Oracle best-practice solutions.Design organisational structures including jobs, grades, positions, hierarchies, and worker lifecycle models.Define learning catalogues, recruitment workflows, performance cycles, and talent frameworks.Challenge legacy customisations and drive standardisation aligned to Oracle functionality.Data Migration & Data IntegrityDefine HCM data migration scope (workers, hierarchies, talent data, learning history).Support data cleansing, mapping, and validation activities.Perform reconciliation of migrated HR and talent data.Ensure GDPR compliance and data quality standards are met.Testing & UATDefine and execute end-to-end HCM test scenarios (hire-to-retire lifecycle).Support SIT and lead HR and talent module UAT activities.Ensure coverage across Core HR, Learning, Recruiting, and Performance processes.Manage defect triage and prioritisation based on business impact.Risk, Controls & GovernanceIdentify and manage HCM functional, data, and adoption risks.Maintain risk logs and escalated issues impacting payroll, compliance, or operations.Ensure solutions align with data protection, audit, and governance requirements.Cutover, Go-Live & AdoptionSupport HCM cutover planning, including data readiness and transition activities.Validate business readiness for go-live across HR and talent functions.Provide post-go-live support during hypercare and stabilisation.Support user adoption, training inputs, and knowledge transfer.Required Skills & ExperienceProven experience delivering SAP to Oracle Fusion HCM implementations.Strong background in SAP HCM (PA/OM) and Oracle Fusion HCM.Hands-on experience across Core HR and Talent modules (Learning, Recruiting, Performance, Talent & Succession).Experience with HCM data migration, validation, and reconciliation.Experience supporting or leading SIT/UAT cycles.Strong understanding of HR data structures, governance, and compliance (e.g., GDPR).Experience working in public sector or regulated environments.Key AttributesAdopt-not-adapt mindset aligned to Oracle best practicesStrong ownership of data quality and process integrityAbility to challenge legacy HR processes and drive simplificationEffective stakeholder engagement across HR, IT, and programme teamsCalm and delivery-focused in complex programme environmentsKey OutcomesStandardised, best-practice Oracle HCM solution across Core HR and Talent modulesClean, compliant, and reconciled HR data migrationSuccessful UAT with minimal critical defectsControlled and stable HCM go-liveHigh user adoption across HR and business stakeholdersIf you are interested please submit your CV or send it to oracleteam@next-ventures.com #J-18808-Ljbffr