Data Migration and Archiving Lead- Fusion (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Arup; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Data Migration and Archiving Lead to manage the execution of their Oracle Cloud HCM data migration strategy. This role involves overseeing data extraction and transformation, leading teams across diverse geographical landscapes, and ensuring data integrity. The ideal candidate has proven experience in managing large-scale data migration projects and strong leadership capabilities, fostering a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Strong leadership capabilities supporting remote resources for data readiness.
• Deep knowledge of Oracle Cloud HCM and data migration workstreams.
• Experience working with global SI partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of the Data Migration Strategy for Oracle Cloud HCM.
• Coordinate data extraction, mapping, validation, and reconciliation.
• Manage internal delivery and review vendor outputs.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Oracle Cloud HCM data structures

Data migration experience

Fusion Data Intelligence

Understanding of legacy systems

Mentorship skills

Diverse geographic experience

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Data Migration and Archiving Lead- Fusion (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

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United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Why Arup?

Arup is a unique organisation that is trust-owned for our employees, which means that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-centric organisation, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our employees are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. At Arup, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a result, we attract and retain some of the brightest and most talented professionals in the industry.

The Opportunity

Arup is looking for an experienced Data Migration and Archiving Lead to oversee the execution of the Fusion Programme Data Migration Strategy for its global Oracle Cloud HCM implementation.It will also be responsible for the SI’s delivery of an archiving solution for non-migrated data using Fusion Data Intelligence (FDI and Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC)).

This role requires hands-on expertise in data extraction, transformation and reconciliation of data, ideally from legacy source systems EBS, Ceridian Dayforce and Taleo.

Oversee all data migration cycles including mock loads, dress-rehearsal, archiving, cutover, and production loads.

Oversee Arup’s SI partner in the delivery of their data migration and archiving scope, including transformation, load and high-level reconciliation

Key Responsibilities

We’re looking for a collaborative and detail-orientedData Migration & Archiving Leadto join our Fusion Programme. In this role, you’ll shape and deliver the data migration and archiving strategies, working closely with our SI Partner, technical teams, and global stakeholders. You’ll lead the end-to-end data journey—from defining scope and timelines to ensuring data quality, compliance, and successful transition to Oracle Cloud HCM and our archive solution.

You’ll coordinate data extraction, mapping, validation, and reconciliation activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness across all migration and archiving cycles. Your leadership will be key in managing Arup’s internal delivery, reviewing vendor outputs, and proactively addressing risks and issues. You’ll also play a central role in testing and quality assurance, supporting defect resolution and ensuring data integrity throughout.

This role involves close collaboration with integration leads, compliance teams, and business stakeholders to align data activities with programme goals and regulatory standards. You’ll support service transition and hypercare, ensuring tools and knowledge are handed over effectively to business-as-usual teams. Your input will also shape programme governance, contributing to strategic documents and reviewing deliverables to ensure quality and alignment.

Skills & Experience

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Strong leadership capabilities that will support less experienced, and often remote, resources working on Arup’s data extraction and readiness

Deep knowledge of Oracle Cloud HCM data structures

Demonstrable proven experience managing large-scale data migration workstreams to Oracle Could HCM, ideally from EBS.

Strong understanding of Fusion Data Intelligence (FDI) and Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) to deliver a semantic layer for reporting.

Understanding of Oracle HCM modules including Core HR, Absence, Recruitment, Compensation, Benefits and Payroll, together with the supporting technology and the data objects and DM touchpoints.

Understanding of Arup’s legacy systems - Oracle EBS, Dayforce Ceridian and Taleo.

Experience working with or for global SI partners, with an ability to challenge and drive delivery excellence for Data Migration.

Lead and mentor data analysts or People Team colleagues on best practices and DM priorities.

Experience working across diverse geographic and cultural landscapes.

Skills & Attributes

Shares and presents ideas and knowledge in a way that is positive and constructive.

Non-hierarchical, with the ability to engage and communicate with people at all levels in both technical and non-technical environments.

Patient and creative in supporting less experienced data analysts, setting clear priorities for these resources.

Fosters team collaboration; embraces diversity and inclusion and actively seeks diverse perspectives.

Ability to maintain personal effectiveness during periods of higher than normal workload.

Ability to remain positively motivated and foster team spirit at times of significant pressure, including helping others to meet deadlines.

Self-aware, understands their role in a team and takes responsibility for own actions.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefitsto help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.