Manager, HR Technology (Compensation)

JOB SUMMARY

*This is a hybrid role based out of our Bethesda, MD Headquarters.

*This is an individual contributor role. 

*Strongly prefer Oracle Workforce Compensation, Core HR, Incentive Compensation experience.

We are seeking a passionate and results-oriented Manager of HR Technology to join our team and play a pivotal role in streamlining and optimizing our processes through the evolution of technological capabilities across the HR eco-system to support enterprise HR Strategies. Central to this role is the ability to serve as an internal consultant and solution provider to COEs on the strategic use of Oracle-based capabilities as a solution. You will be a key player in collaborating with stakeholders, translating diverse needs into system requirements, and implementing efficient solutions using that uses Oracle HCM as the central footprint. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a complex environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is motivated by driving impactful change.

   
   
Key Responsibilities
   
•   Proactively partner with the respective COE to understand their needs and challenges and translate them into detailed system requirements that accurately capture their desired functionalities and outcomes.
•   Work closely with the Director of HR Technology to evaluate technical complexity of requirements to help inform the HRT team’s roadmap, provide insights and recommendations on solutions to address short-term and long-term needs.
•   Utilize technical expertise to configure and manage modules, features, and capability within the system, ensuring they align with business needs.

 

Core Work Activities

•   Partner with the Director of HR Technology to gather detailed product requirements from designated partners to inform roadmap items.
•   Clearly communicate complex system concepts to diverse audiences, fostering understanding and buy-in.
•   Partner with the Director of Technology to evaluate technical complexity of requirements ensuring critical requirements and scalable solutions for the end user are identified.
•   Design, build, and functionally configure within Oracle HCM and connected platforms as appropriate to deliver solutions. 
•   Test new configurations and work with partners to write user stories and acceptance test criteria for features and detailed functional & nonfunctional requirements for the configuration and engineering efforts. 
•   Assist with plan delivery, integration & test, and post-launch support for all the elements required in product delivery and operation working with applicable teams.
•   Maintain and optimize existing processes and workflows to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
•   Partner with COE teams to navigate cyclical events as applicable including documentation, testing, system preparation, and ongoing support.
•   Identify and proactively address potential issues, escalate as needed, and ensure timely delivery of programs.
•   Collaborate across teams, and creatively solve problems to constructively balance priorities and overcome or remove blockers required to successfully deliver a new product or feature to meet the needs of end users.
•   Drive continuous improvement by applying agile principles to design, develop, and deliver compensation programs efficiently.
•   Analyze processes and identify opportunities for simplification and optimization, leading to more efficient delivery.
•   Actively seek and implement innovative solutions to enhance system functionality and user experience.

 

Education & Experience

•   Effective experience designing, building, and delivering solutions with Oracle HCM and adjacent technologies for the prescribed area of focus.
•   Proven track record of successfully executing cyclical and seasonal events.
•   Strong proficiency in creating Fast Formulas for advanced data manipulation and calculations is preferred.
•   Always maintains a positive attitude, especially if strategy and process improvement recommendations are met with resistance and disagreement; effective at addressing difficult issues and guiding others toward the accomplishment of identified goals.
•   Understand SAAS HR solutions; sound understanding of databases and supporting systems.
•   Embraces technology and other innovative solutions to increase workflow efficiency and quality.
•   Comfortable challenging organizational norms and accepted thinking to improve effectiveness.
•   Strong problem-solving, planning, and execution skills, combined with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
•   Ability to translate diverse inputs into actionable plans and del