Product Owner Oracle HCM (Redeployment 23062)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX hybrid working
• Salary: 48163 per annum (pro ratafor part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Fixed termor secondment to 31/03/2028 (funding)

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Suffolk County Council. Were on a mission to reimagine public services for the 21st century and we need a creative driven Product Owner for Oracle HCM to help make it happen.

If youre passionate about using technology to find bold new solutions and making a real difference to colleagues across the organisation this is your opportunity to use your innovative thinking and lead change.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

• To gain maximum business value from the Oracle HCM suite of modules that have been implemented by aligning system capability with organisational people workforce and statutory needs.
• You will constantly collaborate with colleagues in Corporate HR teams to create the bridge between their requirements and technology utilising your knowledge of HR and Payroll application configuration.
• Working closely with Oracle HCM developers to optimise the potential of the technology.
• Use your excellent communication skills to keep stakeholders informed and share insights within your team building resilient relationships whilst doing so.
• You will become an expert on specific Oracle HCM modules and be in a unique position to shape how they are used to improve processes embracing Oracles regularly changing capabilities.

You will need

• customer service experience and ability to present ideas
• to be able to understand complex and dependant requirements and turn them into workable solutions through strategic thinking

• willingness to learn and evolve quickly

Our ideal candidate has experience in working with Oracle HCM applications but if you have HR or Payroll detailed knowledge and the desire to learn how Oracle works you would be an excellent candidate

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile(JPP) which you can find in the How to apply section towards the bottom of this advert.

If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if youdontmeet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

• The IT Service as part of the Corporate Services directorate supports colleagues across the organisation to get the most from their technology provision.
• The Oracle team is based within the Enterprise Solutions Product Team where it is ideally placed to work alongside the Automation and Copilot Centres of Excellence to influence and transform internal business productivity making HR and Payroll processes as smooth as possible for all.
• The team is dedicated agile and implements solutions across the organisation many of which are accessible and used by all employees. This uniquely allows individuals within the team to have a wide influence and obvious impact on the way the organisation works.
• We work in a hybrid manner with regular office days weekly where everyone supporting Oracle solutions can learn from each other.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Carol Mitson (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing

If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template (Word).

1. Give an example of how you collaborated with Corporate HR and Payroll colleagues to define refine and prioritise requirements. How did you ensure everyone had a shared understanding of the desired outcome

2. Describe a time you supported or influenced change such as introducing new Oracle functionality or redesigning an HR or Payroll process. How did you manage resistance and adoption

3. Give an example of how you have demonstrated a willingness to learn and adapt quickly in a changing system or technology environment. How did you apply new knowledge to improve ways of working

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please see ourHow to Apply page.

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills experience and ideas. If used inappropriately your application may not be processed. Please read ourguidance for using AI to understand whats acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30pm 10 May 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid