HR/Payroll Functional SME

ComXps; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United Kingdom is searching for a Payroll Consultant with expertise in Oracle systems. The role requires deep knowledge of payroll processes and configuration, implementing at least 2 full payroll cycles, as well as strong communication skills. Candidates should have experience with Oracle EBS and Fusion, ideally with a background in public sector payroll. This position requires 3 days on-site work in Kilburn and promises a dynamic work environment, working closely with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of payroll processes and configuration.
• Minimum 2 full payroll cycles with ideally 8–10 years of overall experience.
• Ability to work independently and liaise with business without constant vendor support.

Responsibilities

• Implement Oracle Payroll systems for the Met Police.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure system functionality.
• Advise on configurable choices and industry best practices.

Skills

Payroll expertise

Oracle experience

Implementation experience

HR knowledge

Strong communication skills

Tools

Oracle EBS

Oracle Fusion

Job description

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.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 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)

Essential Skills for the Role:

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

Desired Skills & 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