Oracle Cloud HCM Functional Lead - Benefits (Public Sector)

IBM Consulting builds long-term client relationships through close collaboration with visionaries across industries, improving hybrid cloud and AI journeys for innovative companies worldwide. Your work is supported by a strategic partner ecosystem and IBM’s robust technology platforms.

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced, team-oriented Oracle Cloud HCM Functional Lead – Benefits (Public Sector) to join our consulting team. This role can be performed from anywhere in the US.

Responsibilities

• Consult on functional best practices for Oracle Cloud HCM policies.
• Serve as an expert in the configuration and management of the Oracle Cloud Benefits module.
• Provide best-practice guidance on business processes and implementation.
• Publish weekly status reports to the project management team.
• Coordinate efforts between other module resources to implement optimal solutions for clients.
• Act as an Oracle Cloud HCM subject matter expert (SME) to interpret business requirements into appropriate configurations of the Oracle Cloud Benefits module.
• Maintain system-related processes and documentation, suggesting procedural changes as needed.
• Assist with continuous process improvement and provide insights into best practices.
• Support key system processes and collaborate with technical teams on integrations, conversions, and reports.
• Lead the complete software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, configuration, programming, and unit testing.
• Assist clients with business requirements and recommend process improvements.
• Produce end-user documentation and facilitate knowledge transfer.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Oracle Cloud Benefits Lead, with 5–7+ years in Oracle Cloud implementations.
• Expertise in Benefits; ideally also in Core HR and Compensation.
• Experience with monthly and quarterly patch testing, issue resolution, impact analysis, and testing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with diverse teams.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision while contributing as a team member.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with public sector clients, such as state governments, counties, and cities.
• Master’s degree.