Oracle Cloud Payroll Functional Support Consultant

Version 1; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Remote working flexibility

Pension, private healthcare, life assu

Quarterly profit share

Certified Great Place to Work

Job summary

Version 1 is seeking an Oracle Cloud Payroll Functional Support Consultant to join our Managed Services team. You’ll own, configure, and support live Oracle Cloud Payroll environments for premier UK clients, advising on best practice and payroll compliance.

The role requires Oracle HCM Cloud Payroll expertise, strong UK payroll legislation knowledge, excellent documentation and communication skills, and SC clearance or eligibility (UK residency 3+ years).

Qualifications

• Oracle HCM Cloud expertise, with a strong focus on Payroll.
• Solid understanding of UK payroll and absence legislation.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into functional design solutions.
• Strong communication skills – written and verbal – with the ability to document solutions clearly.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently.
• SC clearance eligibility – minimum 3 years’ UK residency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day functional and application support for multiple clients.
• Troubleshoot, configure, and optimise Oracle Cloud Payroll solutions.
• Deliver clear documentation and share knowledge across the team.
• Provide training, mentoring, and coaching to colleagues.
• Assist with pre-sales activities including product demos.
• Advise clients on best practice Cloud processes, configuration options, and roadmaps.
• Work effectively with end-users remotely, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

Skills

Oracle HCM Cloud

UK payroll

Documentation

Communication

SC clearance eligibility

Job description

Company Description

For over30years, Version 1 has been a leading Oracle partner specialising in Enterprise Applications, delivering ERP, HCM and EPM solutions that enable organisations to transform and modernise their core systems.

Combining deep domainexpertisewith end-to-end delivery and managed services, we support some of the UK and Ireland’s largest organisations in driving business value through Oracle technology.

• Top-tier Oracle partner across Database, Platform, ERP, and Managed Services
• 37 UKOUG awards over the last 3 years
• 13 awards - UK Oracle User Group (UKOUG) Community Awards 2026 (4 Gold, 5 Silver, 4 Bronze)
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Recognised as a leader in AI & digital transformation consulting with global delivery footprint

With 3,800+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m , Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.

Job Description

Oracle Cloud Payroll Functional Support Consultant

YOU MUST BE SC CLEARED OR ELIGIBLE FOR SC CLEARANCE. TO BE ELIGIBLE YOU MUST HAVE LIVED IN THE UK FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS.

Join Our Oracle Cloud Payroll Team – Shape the Future of Payroll Delivery

Are you an Oracle Cloud Payroll expert ready to make a real impact? We’re seeking a passionate consultant to join our award-winning Managed Services team – helping some of the UK’s most exciting organisations get the very best out of their HCM Cloud investments.

This is your chance to:

• Work with leading-edge technology – Own, optimise and support live Cloud Payroll environments.
• Be a trusted advisor – Guide clients on best practice, process improvement, and payroll compliance.
• Grow your expertise – Gain exposure to Absence, Time & Labour, and wider HCM modules while developing your consulting skills.
• Make a difference – Collaborate with a team of experts who share knowledge, celebrate wins, and deliver exceptional results.

If you have:

• Oracle Cloud Payroll experience
• Strong UK payroll legislation knowledge
• Excellent communication & documentation skills
• SC clearance or eligibility (UK residency 3+ years)

This is more than just support – it’s about solving problems, shaping roadmaps, and driving payroll excellence for our clients.

Job Description

Oracle Cloud Payroll Functional Support Consultant

What You’ll Do

• Provide day-to-day functional and application support for multiple clients.
• Troubleshoot, configure, and optimise Oracle Cloud Payroll solutions.
• Deliver clear documentation and share knowledge across the team.
• Provide training, mentoring, and coaching to colleagues.
• Assist with pre-sales activities including product demos.
• Advise clients on best practice Cloud processes, configuration options, and roadmaps.
• Work effectively with end-users remotely, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience:

• Oracle HCM Cloud expertise, with a strong focus on Payroll.
• Solid understanding of UK payroll and absence legislation.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into functional design solutions.
• Strong communication skills – written and verbal – with the ability to document solutions clearly.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently.
• SC clearance eligibility – minimum 3 years’ UK residency required.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of Absence, Time & Labour, or Compensation modules.
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite HRMS/Payroll.
• ITIL process knowledge.
• Broader HR process understanding.
• Oracle HCM Cloud certifications, especially in Payroll.

Additional Information

Why Join Version 1's Oracle Practice?

• Join a global Oracle practice of 700+ specialists , supported by 500+ certified professionals across the Oracle ecosystem.
• Work on large-scale, multi-pillar Oracle Cloud transformation programmes for some of the UK's most recognised organisations.
• Collaborate with a high-performing, market-leading Oracle team renowned for delivering complex enterprise transformation projects.
• Be part of an organisation that provides end-to-end Oracle services , including consulting and advisory, implementation, integration, cloud infrastructure, and managed services.
• Leverage our deep Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) expertiseto deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions for enterprise clients.
• Accelerate your career through our Strength in Balance and leadership development programmes, supported by quarterly Pathways career reviews.
• Benefit from a substantial training and certification budget , helping you stay at the forefront of Oracle technologies and industry best practices.
• Enjoy meaningful recognition through our Annual Excellence Awards , Call-Out recognition platform, and quarterly profit-share scheme.
• Influence testing strategy, delivery quality, and business outcomes across some of the UK's most significant ERP transformation programmes.
• Work with prestigious clients, including organisations such as the Bank of England and Birmingham City Council .
• Take advantage of our flexible hybrid working model , combining remote delivery with occasionalclient or hub-based collaboration.
• Access enhanced wellbeing and family support through our maternity, paternity, and Moments that Matter policies.
• Be part of a purpose-driven culture with opportunities to contribute to ESG, CSR, DEI, volunteering, and community initiatives that create a positive social impact.

At Version 1,you'llcombine industry-leading Oracleexpertise, meaningful career progression, and the opportunity to deliver transformational outcomes for some of the world's most recognised organisations.

Benefits include:

• Quarterly performance-related profit share
• Hybrid / Remote working flexibility
• Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover
• Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running

This is hybrid based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.

Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)

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We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statementlocatedat: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers

Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1,get in touch withus directly!