The Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Oracle Cloud HCM Payroll Lead to join our expanding Managed Services team in India . This role is pivotal to establishing and growing our offshore capability, working closely with our UK-based counterparts to deliver high-quality managed services to our clients.
You will lead a team of payroll-focused support consultants, manage performance and development, and play a hands-on role in delivering support across Oracle Cloud Payroll and HCM solutions. A deep understanding of Oracle Cloud Payroll functionality, quarterly update management, and complex issue resolution is essential, along with strong client-facing communication skills.
You will :
- Lead and manage a team of Payroll and HCM support consultants based in India, including recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and line management responsibilities
- Work hands-on as a senior Oracle Cloud Payroll consultant , triaging, diagnosing, and resolving complex client issues across Payroll and related modules
- Partner closely with the UK Payroll Support Lead to build a cohesive, cross-regional support function and align on service processes and client priorities
- Act as the subject matter expert on Oracle Cloud Payroll , providing deep expertise in configuration, processing, troubleshooting, and legislative compliance
- Supervise and contribute to quarterly Oracle Cloud release cycles , including impact analysis, regression testing, deployment, and communication of relevant changes to clients
- Deliver and coordinate training and knowledge-sharing sessions for team members to support capability growth and process alignment
- Troubleshoot and replicate functional issues, escalating to Oracle as needed and maintaining clear, well-documented resolutions
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of satisfaction through responsive, proactive support and communication
- Drive improvements in support processes, documentation, and internal tooling, helping to establish a scalable, high-performing payroll support model
- Review and recommend enhancements from Oracle Cloud updates that would deliver value to clients
- Actively contribute to internal knowledge bases and support materials, and champion a culture of continuous improvement
- Provide strategic input into the ongoing development and structure of the India Managed Services team
- Act as a key liaison between India and UK teams , ensuring seamless collaboration and shared ownership of outcomes
All employees have a responsibility to adhere to Information Security policies and processes and may be required to undertake activity from time to time to support company obligations to maintain ISO27001 Certification.
Person Specification | Skills and Experience (Essential) :
Ethical Conduct : Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policiesCommunication Skills : Ability to communicate clearly and client facing consultancy skillsTeamwork : Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including stakeholdersCustomer Service Orientation : Focus on meeting internal and external customer needs, providing responsive support, and building positive relationships with stakeholdersContinuous Learning : Willingness to learn and develop new skills, stay updated on industry trends, and pursue professional development opportunities to enable growthConsulting skills : Strong consulting skills are essential for effectively communicating with clients, understanding their needs, providing recommendations, and guiding them through the implementation process. This includes active listening, problem-solving, and client relationship managementQualifications : (Essential)
Experience delivering or supporting UK Payroll , including full lifecycle implementations , including in depth knowledge of configuration of Fast Formulas , and element definitionsIn-depth knowledge of HCM / Payroll processes , configuration, legislation, and reportingExperience supporting large, complex solutions with multiple stakeholdersFamiliarity with Oracle quarterly update cycles , including impact analysis and enhancement identificationExcellent client-facing communication skills , both written and verbalAbility to deliver practical, value-driven solutions with creativity and innovationDemonstrated leadership and team management capabilities, including mentoring and collaborationStrong interpersonal skills and a track record of working effectively within cross-functional teamsA growth mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement—for yourself, your team, and your clientsHigh level of adaptability and flexibility , with the ability to build long-lasting client relationshipsPerson Specification | Skills and Experience (Desirable) :
Broader Oracle Application experience , including other HCM or ERP modulesFamiliarity with Oracle Redwood UX and Visual Builder Cloud Service (VBCS)Exposure to payroll in different legislative regions (e.g. India, or EMEA)Experience working in a multi-regional or global support modelPrevious involvement in client onboarding or managed services transition projects