Overview

Head of Talent Acquisition - Enterprise Applications (Oracle) @ Version 1

Company Description: For over 28 years, Version 1 has partnered with leading global brands to deliver digital, cloud, and enterprise application solutions that drive business success. We are recognised as Oracle Innovation Partner of the Year 2023 (EMEA); Microsoft Global Partner of the Year (Modernising Applications); AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year (EMEA); and one of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland (2023). Version 1 has 3,400+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, and is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services.

Role summary

Oracle Delivery Director – Private Sector Oracle Cloud (ERP, HCM, EPM) portfolio. This role focuses on ownership, leadership, and customer success in a fast-growing, values-driven organisation.

What you’ll do

• Customer Delivery – Full accountability for the end-to-end delivery of Oracle Cloud programmes across ERP, HCM, and EPM. Engage directly with senior stakeholders, lead Steering Groups, and keep customers at the heart of everything we do. Drive outcomes that balance transformational ambition with real-world delivery.
• Commercial Growth – Own and manage your P&L (portfolio typically £/€500k–£/€3m+). Partner with commercial teams to design compelling propositions that win new opportunities and fuel growth. Shape and influence major proposals to ensure customer-first outcomes.
• People Leadership – Lead and inspire a diverse delivery team across the UK, Ireland, and India. Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Ensure teams stay at the forefront of Oracle Cloud innovation, methodologies, and accelerators.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for: we’re seeking leaders with a track record of delivering at scale and driving customer success.

• Proven experience overseeing multi-million-pound portfolios or programmes.
• Experience engaging at C-level and delivering transformational change in Finance and/or HR systems.
• Strong commercial acumen and confidence managing P&L.
• An inspiring leader who can drive performance, ask tough questions, and bring people together to deliver the right solutions.
• Passion for customer success and the ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery.

What’s in it for you?

• A senior, high-impact role with real ownership and influence.
• The opportunity to shape transformation across the private sector.
• Career progression into senior practice leadership roles at Version 1.
• A chance to work with cutting-edge Oracle Cloud technology across diverse industries.
• Be part of a culture where integrity, customer success, and excellence are core values.

Additional information

Why Version 1?

• Strong career progression & mentorship through leadership programmes and regular development reviews.
• Significant training budget for certifications and further education.
• Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards and recognition platform.
• Supportive maternity/paternity leave policies and ESG & CSR initiatives.

Benefits include quarterly performance-related profit share, hybrid/remote working, pension, private healthcare, life assurance, and a certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running.

This is a hybrid role with occasional travel to the nearest base office.

Seniorities, type, and function

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting

Equal opportunity statement

We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers

Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join Version 1, please contact us directly.

Location notes: Manchester, England, United Kingdom and other UK locations listed in job postings. This listing may reflect multiple openings and locations.