Oracle Technical Manager, Payroll Solutions

Intercontinental Hotels Group; Windsor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hotel chain seeks an Oracle Technical Manager in the UK to lead the development and delivery of payroll solutions. You will oversee Oracle UK payroll configurations, gather requirements, and analyze processes for optimization while ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Oracle Fusion HCM, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Join us in shaping exceptional employee experiences through innovative payroll systems.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Oracle Fusion HCM (UK Payroll, Time & Labour, Absence modules).
• Knowledge of statutory UK employment legislation, taxation, and payroll calculations.
• Experience in project management or process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of Oracle payroll solutions.
• Gather and document business requirements for payroll processes.
• Serve as a liaison between business and technical teams.
• Analyze and optimize payroll and absence management processes.

Skills

Oracle Fusion HCM

Problem Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Knowledge of UK Legislation

Communication Skills

Tools

UKG Workforce Management

Job description

We're hiring an Oracle Technical Manager - UK Payroll Solutions to lead the design, development, and delivery of high-quality technical solutions that enable seamless and compliant payroll operations across the UK. This role also supports related absence management plans for international markets, ensuring scalable and efficient Oracle HCM processes. Be part of shaping how we reward and support our colleagues around the world. At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we're powered by a clear purpose: to provide True Hospitality for Good. Behind every great hotel stay is a team making sure everything works behind the scenes-including accurate, timely, and compliant payroll system solutions for our global colleagues. What you'll do: In this key role, you'll take ownership in overseeing the configuration, management, and optimization of IHG's Oracle UK payroll and related systems to ensure compliant, efficient, effective solutions and processes. You will troubleshoot technical issues, ensure the accuracy and efficiency across Payroll and absence processes, and leverage technology to enhance contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organization. Working closely with internal teams and third-party providers, you'll help keep everything running smoothly, so our hotels and colleagues can focus on delivering exceptional experiences.

• Requirements Gathering & Analysis: Collect, analyse, and document business requirements for payroll, timekeeping, absence management, and related reporting, engaging stakeholders to translate needs into functional specifications.
• Techno-Functional Documentation: Develop detailed technical and functional documentation that translates business requirements into actionable specifications for implementation by self or application support teams.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hotel and corporate HR and Finance teams, to ensure alignment with IHG's system needs. Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather input and feedback from stakeholders, ensuring that both business and technical perspectives are considered.
• Facilitate Communication: Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, providing updates on project status and ensuring clarity on requirements and timelines.
• Problem Solving & System Validation: Identify and resolve payroll system issues, manage relationships with third-party providers, and conduct user acceptance testing to validate system changes.
• Process Optimization: Analyze current payroll, timekeeping, and absence management processes to identify opportunities for improvement. Provide techno-functional insights to enhance system capabilities, streamline workflows, and increase efficiency and accuracy.
  Strong knowledge of Oracle Fusion HCM (UK Payroll, Time & Labour, Absence modules) with a solid grasp of configuration of technical data and system architecture.
• Knowledge of statutory UK employment legislation, taxation, and/or payroll calculations
• Experienced with UKG Workforce Management (Timekeeping, Accruals, Leave Management)
• Ability to bridge technical and functional requirements, ensuring payroll processes are accurate, compliant, and continuously improved
• Exposure to managing absence plan solutions across multiple regions would be an advantage
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across business and technical teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and capable of interpreting complex requirements for informed decision making
• Experience in project management or process improvement is a plus to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment!