Oracle HCM - Compensation Lead

PeopleCaddie; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 93,676 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for a Compensation Transformation Lead in Chicago. The role involves managing the Compensation workstream in an Oracle HCM implementation over two years. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in Oracle HCM Compensation and proven project management capabilities. This position is contract-based and requires U.S. citizenship or a Green Card.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Oracle HCM Compensation, Total Rewards, or HR transformation.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives in multi-workstream environments.
• Strong knowledge of compensation strategy, design, governance, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Compensation workstream, maintaining the project plan and milestone delivery.
• Ensure alignment of the compensation plan with overall program objectives.
• Monitor and report on KPIs and success metrics for transformation initiatives.

Skills

Oracle HCM Compensation

Total Rewards

HR transformation

Project management

Compensation strategy and design

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by PeopleCaddie. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay

$68.00/hr - $75.00/hr

ORACLE HCM - COMPENSATION LEAD (PROJECT MGR) | FORTUNE 500 COMPANY | $68-$75 PER HOUR (C2C) | 2+YEARS DURATION | CHICAGO, IL (ONSITE HYBRID)

Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite/Hybrid)

Duration: 2 years (Approx)

Pay: $68-$75 per hour (C2C) - US Citizen / Green Card Holder

About the Role

We are seeking a Compensation Transformation Lead to serve as the project manager for the Compensation Workstream within a large-scale, multi-workstream, 2-year Oracle HCM implementation program. This role will be responsible for driving the end-to-end planning, coordination, and delivery of the Compensation module, ensuring alignment with overall HR transformation objectives.

The Compensation Transformation Lead will collaborate closely with the HR PMO, other workstream leads, and business stakeholders to deliver program outcomes on time, within scope, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Compensation workstream, maintaining the project plan, status reporting, stakeholder alignment, and delivery of key milestones.
• Ensure the compensation plan aligns with program objectives, interdependencies, and governance processes.
• Represent the Compensation workstream at program meetings, providing updates on progress, risks, and mitigation actions.
• Identify and coordinate interdependencies with other workstreams (Core HR, Payroll, Recruiting, etc.).
• Monitor and report on KPIs and success metrics for compensation transformation initiatives.
• Drive testing, implementation, and post-go-live reviews of the Compensation module and related policy changes.

Experience & Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Oracle HCM Compensation, Total Rewards, or HR transformation, with significant project/program management experience.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives in multi-workstream environments.
• Strong knowledge of compensation strategy, design, governance, and compliance.
• Experience with HR technology and Compensation administration platforms.
• Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging market data and internal metrics.
• US CITIZEN OR GREENCARD HOLDER
• Bachelor’s Degree required

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology and Project Management
• Industries: Hospitality