Oracle Fusion HCM Cloud SME Project Manager

Client Industry: IT Services

Job Type: FullTime (Contract Based)

Job Location: Onsite Dubai

Salary: Market Competitive

Candidates must have a minimum English communication level of 7/10 a clean background and a valid passport for travel and employment in the UAE.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Oracle Fusion HCM Cloud Subject Matter Expert (SME) & Project Manager to lead and manage the successful delivery of Oracle Fusion HCM implementations. This role requires a deep understanding of Oracle Fusion HCM modules including Core HCM Self Service Absence OTL Compensation Recruitment Talent Management HR Helpdesk and Payroll. The ideal candidate will bring 12 years of experience in managing complex HCM projects providing expert solutions and leading crossfunctional teams to drive efficiency and improve business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the endtoend implementation of Oracle Fusion HCM modules including Core HCM Self Service Absence OTL Compensation Recruitment Talent Management HR Helpdesk and Payroll.
• Oversee the project lifecycle including initiation planning implementation testing and golive ensuring that projects are delivered on time within budget and meet business requirements.
• Manage relationships with vendors and consultants to ensure the successful delivery of the project within the agreed timeline.
• Provide expert solutions for the Oracle Fusion HCM modules in the implementation scope.
• Facilitate regular SteerCo meetings weekly meetings and other adhoc meetings to ensure project alignment track progress and resolve issues.
• Lead the implementation team guiding them through requirements gathering analysis system design configuration and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Identify functional gaps in the HCM product and propose solutions to improve efficiency driving new initiatives as needed.
• Facilitate enduser training troubleshooting and provide postgolive support to ensure smooth system adoption and operational continuity.
• Assist the HCM team in mapping and streamlining business practices to align with Oracle Fusion HCM functionality.
• Lead the development and deployment of reports and dashboards working with business partners to ensure the delivered solution meets user needs.
• Drive the adoption and user satisfaction of Oracle Fusion HCM by closely collaborating with HR business partners.
• Provide technical validation of designs and configurations ensuring they meet business and system requirements.
• Import load and validate master and transactional data within Oracle Fusion HCM.

Required Experience & Skills:

• 12 years of experience in requirement gathering scoping configuring testing rolling out and supporting HCM solutions.
• 8 years of handson experience in implementing Oracle Fusion HCM.
• A proven track record of completing at least two 4phase project life cycles (initiation planning implementation and hypercare) for Oracle Fusion HCM implementations.
• Strong understanding of Oracle ERP systems particularly HCM modules.
• Extensive experience in project management including managing project timelines resources and budgets.
• The ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• A strong understanding of how Information Technology can drive business transformation.
• A degree in Engineering from a recognized university/college.

Communication & Core Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English with the ability to present and facilitate discussions with diverse stakeholders including CSuite executives.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: A pragmatic and supportive team player who fosters collaborative relationships across departments.
• Emotional Intelligence: An individual capable of listening actively empathizing with others and understanding the nuances of nonverbal communication.
• Critical Thinking: A creative problemsolver who uses reasoning to analyze issues make informed decisions and resolve challenges.

SelfStarter: Proactive with a cando attitude committed to delivering results meeting deadlines and going the extra mile to ensure the success of the project