HR Technology and Digital Transformation Specialist

Apparel Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Apparel Group in Dubai seeks an experienced HR Technology and Digital Transformation professional to lead Oracle Fusion HCM, govern HR systems, and drive automation. You will collaborate with HR, IT, Oracle, external implementation partners, and business stakeholders to enhance system performance and streamline employee lifecycle processes.

The role focuses on delivering technology initiatives that support organizational objectives, managing upgrades, UAT, change management, and people analytics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in HR, IS, or related field.
• 6–8 years of experience in HR technology or Oracle HCM.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion HCM and integrations.
• Experience with OTBI, BI Publisher, and Power BI for HR analytics.
• Proven lead on end-to-end HR tech projects.
• Experience with AI-based solutions and automation in HR.

Responsibilities

• Own Oracle HCM roadmap and configurations.
• Optimize HR operations via Fusion HCM improvements.
• Govern HR data integrity and security roles.
• Manage upgrades, issues, post-go-live support.
• Coordinate with IT, Oracle, vendors.
• Lead UAT, change management, timelines.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional communication

Analytical thinking

Project delivery management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/IS/BA

Tools

Oracle Fusion HCM

OTBI

BI Publisher

Power BI

APIs

Job description

Job Snapshot

Apparel Group is seeking an experienced HR Technology and Digital Transformation professional to manage Oracle Fusion HCM, lead HR technology projects, and improve workforce processes through digital solutions, automation, and data analytics in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role combines Oracle HCM product management, HR systems governance, digital transformation, intelligent automation, and people analytics. The successful candidate will work closely with HR, IT, Oracle, external implementation partners, and business stakeholders to enhance system performance, streamline employee lifecycle processes, and deliver technology initiatives that support organizational objectives.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Retail
• Function: HR Systems Administration
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the Oracle HCM product roadmap, ensuring system enhancements, configurations, and integrations align with business requirements.
• Drive continuous optimization of Oracle Fusion HCM functionality to improve HR operations and system usability.
• Govern HR data integrity, security roles, workflows, and system controls to maintain compliance and operational reliability.
• Manage system upgrades, issue resolution, and post-implementation support to minimize disruption to HR services.
• Coordinate with IT teams, Oracle representatives, and implementation vendors to improve system performance and functionality.
• Support user adoption and ensure HR technology solutions meet operational and business needs.

HR Digital Transformation and Project Delivery

• Lead HR technology projects from requirements gathering and solution design through implementation, testing, and post-go-live support.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT), stakeholder communication, and change management activities.
• Coordinate project deliverables to ensure implementation within agreed timelines and scope.
• Act as the primary liaison between HR, IT, external vendors, and business users during technology initiatives.
• Translate business requirements into practical HR technology solutions that support digital transformation objectives.
• Provide hypercare support following system implementations to ensure operational stability and user readiness.

AI and Intelligent Process Automation

• Identify opportunities to introduce artificial intelligence and intelligent automation into HR service delivery.
• Explore and implement practical applications of AI, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), chatbots, and automated workflows.
• Evaluate opportunities to reduce manual HR activities and improve employee service experiences.
• Develop business cases for HR technology and automation initiatives, including expected operational benefits.
• Establish measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess project outcomes, process improvements, and return on investment.
• Monitor developments in HR technology and recommend solutions that support business efficiency and innovation.

People Analytics and HR Reporting

• Develop and maintain automated HR dashboards, workforce reports, and management information systems.
• Use Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence (OTBI), BI Publisher, Power BI, and other reporting tools to deliver reliable HR insights.
• Analyze workforce information to support strategic HR planning, talent management, and leadership decision-making.
• Translate complex employee data into meaningful reports and actionable business recommendations.
• Establish data quality standards and reporting governance frameworks across HR systems.
• Support the development of a consistent and reliable source of workforce information.
• Conduct regular HR data audits to verify employee record accuracy, consistency, and completeness.

HR Systems Integration and Data Governance

• Support integrations between Oracle Fusion HCM and other enterprise applications.
• Work with APIs, system interfaces, and data management processes to maintain reliable information exchange.
• Monitor system controls, data access permissions, and workflow configurations.
• Identify and resolve data quality issues affecting reporting and HR operations.
• Collaborate with technical teams and vendors to maintain secure, accurate, and efficient HR system processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 6-8 years of experience in HR Technology, Oracle HCM Administration, HR Digital Transformation, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on functional experience with Oracle Fusion HCM, including system configuration, workflow management, and integrations.
• Proven experience using Oracle OTBI, BI Publisher, and Power BI for HR reporting, dashboard development, and workforce analytics.
• Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end HR technology projects, including requirements gathering, UAT, change management, implementation, and go-live support.
• Experience identifying and implementing AI-based solutions, intelligent automation, OCR, or chatbot applications within HR operations.
• Strong understanding of HR processes, employee lifecycle management, data governance, and process automation methodologies.
• Experience working with enterprise system integrations, APIs, and HR data management.
• Proven ability to deliver technology projects within agreed timelines and scope while achieving measurable business outcomes.

Technical Skills

• Oracle Fusion HCM administration and functional configuration.
• Oracle HCM workflows, security roles, and system controls.
• Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence (OTBI).
• Oracle BI Publisher.
• Microsoft Power BI and workforce dashboard development.
• HR systems integration and API-based data exchange.
• HR data governance, reporting controls, and data quality management.
• User Acceptance Testing and post-go-live support.
• HR process automation and digital workflow optimization.
• AI-driven HR solutions, OCR, and chatbot technologies.
• HR technology project delivery and change management.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to translate complex HR business requirements into practical technology solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional communication skills.
• Effective collaboration with HR teams, IT professionals, implementation vendors, and senior leadership.
• Strong project ownership and delivery management capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining implementation quality.
• Understanding of technology-driven business process improvements.
• Attention to detail in system governance, workforce reporting, and data accuracy.
• Ability to evaluate technology initiatives using measurable performance indicators.

Role Impact

This position supports the development of efficient, reliable, and data-driven HR operations across Apparel Group. Through effective Oracle HCM management, digital transformation initiatives, intelligent automation, and workforce analytics, the role helps improve HR service delivery and supports informed business decisions. The successful candidate will contribute to strengthening HR technology capabilities, improving employee lifecycle processes, and ensuring enterprise HR systems remain aligned with changing organizational requirements.