Oracle Services- HCM and Benefit Implementation Consultant - Manager - Tech Cons - Open Location

The opportunity

EY's Oracle Services practice is a national consulting practice that assists in planning, pursuing, delivering, and managing large, complex full lifecycle initiatives.  We also provide our clients with experience in leading practices, methods and resources using Oracle’s applications and technology. The Oracle Services practice advises clients to understand, architect and implement the core applications and technology required to run their business.

The Oracle HCM & Benefits Lead is responsible for leading the design, configuration, implementation, optimization, and support of Oracle Fusion Human Capital Management (HCM) and Benefits solutions. This role serves as the functional subject matter expert for Core HR, Benefits Administration, Life Events, Open Enrollment, and related HCM processes. The lead partners with HR, Payroll, IT, vendors, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions that enhance employee experience, ensure compliance, and drive operational efficiency.

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to build relationships and communicate effectively will be crucial in delivering exceptional client service.

• Serve as the primary functional lead for Oracle Fusion HCM and Benefits modules.
• Lead requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-production support.
• Provide strategic guidance on Oracle HCM best practices and future-state roadmap initiatives.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional specifications and system configurations.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts and identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
• Configure and maintain benefit plans, programs, rates, eligibility profiles, life events, and enrollment processes.
• Support annual Open Enrollment planning, testing, execution, and post-enrollment audits.
• Collaborate with benefits providers and third-party administrators to ensure accurate eligibility and enrollment data.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and organizational benefits regulations.
• Troubleshoot complex benefits eligibility and enrollment issues.
• Lead configuration and support for Core HR, Workforce Structures, Journeys, and related HCM functionality.
• Manage system updates, quarterly Oracle releases, and regression testing activities.
• Support HR business processes and organizational changes through effective system configuration.
• Maintain data integrity and governance standards across HCM platforms.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and coordinate activities across HR, IT, Payroll, Finance, and external vendors.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate workshops, design sessions, testing cycles, and user training.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain HCM and Benefits reports, dashboards, and analytics.
• Support compliance audits and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Monitor data quality and ensure adherence to governance and security standards.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree required (4-year degree)
• Typically, no less than 4 - 6 years of experience supporting Oracle HCM solutions and Oracle Fusion Benefits configuration experience.
• Experience leading Oracle HCM implementations, upgrades, or transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of benefits administration, enrollment processing, and eligibility rules.
• Experience with Oracle quarterly releases, testing, and change management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills
• Ability to travel up to 50%+ and/or as required by client

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Oracle Fusion HCM Cloud certification.
• Experience with Absence Management, Payroll, Workforce Compensation, or Time and Labor.
• Knowledge of integrations using HDL, HCM Extracts, Fast Formulas, Benefits Extracts, and OTBI/BIP reporting.
• Experience in healthcare, financial services, government, or large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with Agile project methodologies.

What we look for

We seek individuals who are proactive, innovative, and eager to contribute to team success. Top performers are those who demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and a passion for technology and its impact on business.