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

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 proud to be 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)
• One of the Best Workplaces for Women in the UK & Ireland (2023)

With 3,500+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.

Job Description

As a Project Manager, you won’t just manage timelines and budgets – you’ll lead strategic change, influence enterprise success, and shape the future of digital transformation across the UK and Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage the delivery of Oracle Cloud ERP/HCM/EPM projects.
• Confirm scope, objectives, and business justification, and secure resources.
• Lead progress of project plans, in line with time, cost, and quality.
• Manage customer expectations and scope creep.
• Identify, agree, and sign off change requests before work commences.
• Assist with project monitoring, tasks, and customer‑specific progress.
• Control and report progress to steering groups, sponsors, and stakeholders, escalating issues.
• Assess potential risks and issues, and communicate decisions.
• Monitor and report project budget and ownership for P&L targets.
• Lead an effective communication strategy for the project.
• Identify inter‑dependencies and mitigate risks.
• Ensure skilled resources deliver the project and manage availability and performance.
• Travel to customer sites as required.
• Assist in pre‑sales and business‑development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Implementing Oracle ERP Cloud projects end‑to‑end.
• Experience delivering in a consultancy/system integrator.
• Leading and delivering multiple projects concurrently.
• Oracle Applications project experience using Oracle AIM and OUM methods.
• Prince 2 or similar.
• Microsoft Project.
• Fixed‑price/budget, commercial, and customer experience.
• Governance (Gate Control, Status Reporting).
• Scope management expertise.
• Stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.

Additional Information & Benefits

• Significant training budget for certifications and further education.
• Version 1 Annual Excellence Awards & Call‑Out recognition platform celebrating achievement.
• Moments that matter & enhanced maternity/paternity leave policies.
• Active ESG & CSR initiatives.
• Quarterly performance‑related profit share.
• Hybrid / Remote working flexibility.
• Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover.
• Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running.

Contact

Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud – ERP, HCM, EPM)
+44 7840 839370
We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers