At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major HR transformation focusing on AI, automation, and technology.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation driving innovative HR solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and strategic leadership role.
- Other info: Opportunity to drive significant change and enhance HR services.
- Why this job: Shape the future of HR with cutting-edge technology and impactful strategies.
- Qualifications: Experience in Oracle HCM and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Location: UK | Hybrid – 3 days onsite
Contract: £700–£800/day
We are looking for an experienced Director / Senior Transformation Lead to lead a major HR transformation focused on AI, automation, HR technology and operating model redesign. This is a strategic transformation leadership role rather than a hands-on AI engineering position. You will own the transformation strategy, roadmap, delivery governance and prioritisation, working closely with senior HR, HRIT, Technology, Data, Risk and business stakeholders. Strong Oracle HCM / Oracle Fusion HCM experience is highly desirable.
- Lead end-to-end HR transformation across people, process, technology and operating model.
- Define and own the transformation strategy, roadmap, priorities and delivery plan.
- Coordinate multiple HR transformation initiatives and manage dependencies across programmes.
- Drive prioritisation, investment decisions, risks, issues, dependencies, budgets and trade-offs.
- Partner with senior HR leadership to identify and deliver high-value transformation opportunities.
- Identify opportunities for AI, GenAI, automation and intelligent HR services.
- Ensure HR technology strategy and transformation roadmap are aligned with Oracle HCM / Oracle Fusion HCM.
- Translate HR and business requirements into practical transformation initiatives and technology solutions.
- Establish strong governance across HR, HRIT, Technology, Data, Legal, Risk and Information Security.
- Lead change, adoption and stakeholder engagement to ensure transformation benefits are realised.
- Track benefits, adoption, ROI and measurable business outcomes.
- Provide clear executive-level reporting, recommendations and decision support.
Key Areas:
- HR Transformation / HR Technology / HRIT
- Large-scale enterprise HR transformation programmes
- Oracle HCM / Oracle Fusion HCM
- HR operating model and service transformation
- Programme / portfolio leadership at Director, Programme Director, Transformation Director, Delivery Lead or equivalent level
- Transformation roadmaps, prioritisation, budgets, risks and dependencies
- Multiple HR functions and senior stakeholder groups
- HR technology implementations and transformation
- Change management, adoption and benefits realisation
- Translating HR/business requirements into technology-enabled solutions
- AI & Automation
- GenAI / AI-enabled HR services
- Microsoft Copilot or similar AI assistants
- Employee self-service and AI-enabled support
- HR process automation
- AI-enabled operating models
- AI governance, adoption and responsible use
Deep hands-on AI or Copilot development experience is not required. The priority is the ability to identify valuable AI/automation opportunities and lead their integration into a broader HR transformation roadmap.
Senior Transformation Leader in City of London employer: Norton Blake
As a leading player in the financial services sector, our company offers an exceptional work environment for Business Analysts in London, combining a hybrid model that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. We prioritise employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation where your insights directly impact operational excellence. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values your expertise and supports your career aspirations in a thriving industry.
