Northern Powergrid
HCM Systems and Process Lead
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HR Systems and Process Lead - Oracle Transformation Program
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic colleague to join our Oracle Transformation Program in the role of HR Systems and Process Lead, managing deployment, continuous improvement, optimisation, and governance of our Oracle Fusion HCM platform.
About Us
At Northern Powergrid, our vision is to be the best energy company in serving our 3.9 million homes, while delivering a sustainable energy solution.
Role Overview
The Oracle HR Systems & Process Lead is responsible for owning, optimising, and evolving the organisation’s Oracle HCM platform and end-to-end HR processes. This role acts as the strategic bridge between HR, D&I, and the wider business, ensuring that Oracle HCM modules are configured, governed, and utilised effectively to support operational excellence, compliance, and employee experience.
What We’re Looking For
We’re excited to hear from dedicated applicants with a passion for systems, process optimisation, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Oracle HCM Ownership & Governance
- Serve as the functional lead for Oracle HCM, overseeing configuration, enhancements, releases, and integrations.
- Maintain system governance, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with organisational and regulatory standards.
- Lead the roadmap for Oracle HCM improvements, upgrades, and new module deployments.
- Lead and develop the HCM Process and Systems team consisting of; HCM System Specialist, HCM System Officers, HCM Systems Co-ordinator and HR/People Analysts.
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Process Leadership & Optimisation
- Map, design, and optimise HR processes across the employee lifecycle, ensuring alignment with best practice and system capability.
- Identify automation and efficiency opportunities within Oracle HCM and related HR workflows.
- Partner with HR COEs and Shared Services to standardise processes globally.
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Stakeholder Engagement & Support
- Act as the primary liaison between HR, D&IIT, and external Oracle partners.
- Translate business needs into system requirements and functional specifications.
- Provide expert guidance to HR teams on system capabilities, process impacts, and best-practice usage.
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Data, Reporting & Insights
- Oversee HR data structures, reporting frameworks, and dashboards within Oracle HCM.
- Ensure accurate and timely delivery of people analytics to HR and business leaders.
- Champion data quality, governance, and continuous improvement.
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Change, Training & Adoption
- Lead change management efforts for system or process updates.
- Work with L&D to develop and deliver training, documentation, and communication to drive adoption.
- Support end users with issue resolution, troubleshooting, and guidance.
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex system data and processes.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
- Capability to solve problems and propose practical, efficient solutions.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Able to simplify complex technical information for non-technical audiences.
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Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Experience working with Oracle Fusion HCM or another enterprise HRIS platform.
- Strong understanding of HR processes and the employee lifecycle.
- Experience supporting HR systems configuration, testing, or functionality.
- Proficient in data analysis and reporting within HR systems.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholders.
- People management experience.
Benefits
Along with a competitive salary of between £70,000 - £80,000, we also offer great benefits such as:
- Enrolment into our pension scheme
- 25 days holiday
- Up to 15% Performance Bonus
- £6,500 Retention bonus
- Car Allowance
Additional Information
- Posted: 23/07/26
- Closing date for applications: 07/08/26
We reserve the right to close this advert early dependent on the number of applications. Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age, or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
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