Functional Support

Salary: £33,000 - 35,000 per year

Requirements:

• We are looking for an HR systems professional with experience supporting enterprise applications, Oracle HCM, HRIS platforms, or payroll systems within a complex organisation.
• We would like experience supporting HR, Payroll, or HCM systems within a complex organisation.
• Knowledge of one or more of the following areas is desirable: Core HR, Payroll, Absence Management, Talent Management, Recruitment, Learning, or Compensation.
• Experience investigating system issues and supporting end users.
• Exposure to system upgrades, testing, release management, or continuous improvement activities.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• We will provide functional support for Oracle HCM and associated HR and payroll processes.
• We will manage and resolve system issues, troubleshooting configuration and data-related queries.
• We will support quarterly Oracle system updates and release management activities.
• We will conduct impact assessments, testing, and coordinate user acceptance testing.
• We will maintain system documentation, process maps, and training materials.
• We will work with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements.
• We will support data integrity and investigate data quality issues.
• We will deliver guidance and training to end users where required.

Technologies:

• Support
• Oracle

More:

We are partnering with a leading university to recruit a Functional Expert (HR & Payroll) on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover within our Core Systems Optimisation Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR systems professional to work in a complex organisation supporting Oracle HCM and wider HR and payroll processes. The role offers a salary of £33,000 to £35,000, 40 days leave including bank holidays and university closure days, hybrid working, and a generous pension scheme.

last updated 32 week of 2026