HR​/Payroll Functional SME

This role is Inside IR35.

Contract Length:

Two-year implementation plan. Target go-live:
End of 2027.

Location:

Requires 3 days on-site (non-negotiable), Kilburn
Clearance:

Must be willing/eligible to be put through CTC – Must be in place prior to start.

• Payroll expertise:
  Deep understanding of payroll processes and configuration
• Oracle experience:
  • EBS (strong background)
  • Fusion Cloud (at least 1–2 implementations preferred)
• Implementation experience:
  • Minimum 2 full payroll cycles
  • Ideally 8–10 years overall experience (flexible for strong candidates)
• HR knowledge:
  Nice to have (wider HR skills beneficial)
• Ability to work independently and liaise with business without constant vendor support
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement (basic, not senior-level)

• Oracle Payroll experience is important.
• Oracle Fusion Payroll at least 1 cycle is preferred, though not strictly essential if candidate has strong EBS experience.

• Strong knowledge of Oracle Payroll, preferably Fusion 1 cycle (EBS experience acceptable if candidate is strong otherwise).
• Understanding of public sector payroll, ideally in policing.
• Technical understanding of Fusion configuration and integration – how its built how it works and integrates with other modules
• Broader HCM knowledge is highly desirable.
• Ability to advise on configurable choices and industry best practices, what is standard oracle – softer skills not seen previously – talk to a lot of stakeholders and cant be too technical more business talk for the stakeholders
• Strong business engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business language.
• Inclusive, flexible, and collaborative approach.
• Comfortable working in a reactive and dynamic environment like the Met Police.
• Must build strong relationships and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Good communication and senior stakeholder experience
• Strong character that can build relationships
• Has experience and can provide reassurance