Oracle Benefits Functional Consultant / Lead

Hyderabad / Vizag – Remote

Full Time / Contract

UK Shift: 7 PM – 11 PM IST

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Oracle Benefits Functional Consultant / Lead with deep expertise in Oracle Benefits implementation and configuration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience delivering end-to-end Oracle Benefits solutions across global regions, including North America, EMEA, and APAC. This role requires a highly motivated professional who can work independently, lead client engagements, drive solution design, and execute hands-on system configuration while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Oracle Benefits implementation projects from requirements gathering through post-go-live support.

• Configure Oracle Benefits modules based on business requirements and industry best practices.

• Facilitate client workshops, including Design Sessions, Conference Room Pilots (CRP/CRP2), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and solution validation workshops.

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements, translating them into scalable Oracle Benefits solutions.

• Make sound functional and configuration decisions to ensure optimal solution design and successful project delivery.

• Perform hands-on configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and deployment activities with minimal supervision.

• Collaborate effectively with HR, Payroll, Technical, Integration, and Project Management teams to ensure seamless implementation.

• Provide expert guidance on Oracle Benefits functionality, configuration options, and best practices.

• Support data validation, defect resolution, testing cycles, and production deployment.

• Drive project deliverables, monitor milestones, and proactively identify and mitigate implementation risks.

• Build strong client relationships through effective communication, stakeholder management, and solution-oriented consulting.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience implementing and configuring Oracle Benefits solutions.

• Strong expertise in Oracle Benefits functional configuration and end-to-end implementation lifecycle.

• Hands-on experience delivering Oracle Benefits implementations across North America, EMEA, and APAC.

• Excellent client-facing communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in leading client workshops, design sessions, CRP, CRP2, and UAT activities.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Experience preparing functional specifications, configuration documentation, and testing artifacts.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality solutions within project timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle Fusion HCM Benefits implementations.

• Knowledge of Oracle HCM modules such as Core HR, Absence Management, Payroll, and Compensation.

• Experience working in global implementation projects using Agile or hybrid delivery methodologies.

• Oracle Cloud certification in HCM or Benefits is preferred.

Key Competencies

• Oracle Benefits Configuration

• Oracle Fusion HCM

• Benefits Administration

• Client Relationship Management

• Functional Consulting

• Workshop Facilitation

• Solution Design

• User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

• Conference Room Pilot (CRP/CRP2)

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Stakeholder Management

• Problem Solving

• Leadership

• Communication Skills

• Global Implementation Experience