Systems Manager: Oracle Fusion Specialist
Lead Enterprise Systems for a Visionary Global Research & Development Organisation
Job Title: Systems Manager
Department: Technology
Reports to: Head of Application Integration Services
Location: South Oxford
Effective Date: ASAP
About the Organisation
We are a rapidly growing, mission-driven organisation focused on translating pioneering science and advanced technology into tangible, end-to-end solutions for some of humanity's most complex challenges. Our work is structured around high-impact humane endeavours, including health and medical science, sustainable resource management, clean energy, and advanced robotics/AI.
We operate at the intersection of deep research and product development, dedicated to turning scientific breakthroughs into practical applications with high global impact. We are committed to long-term innovation and sustainability.
We are investing heavily in a new, state-of-the-art Research and Development campus within a prominent Science Park in the Oxfordshire area. This facility will serve as a hub for leading experts and world-class research teams, fostering an environment built on collaboration, trust, innovation, and tenacity. We are seeking resilient individuals who share our commitment to driving sustainable change.
The Opportunity: Systems Manager
We are seeking an experienced Systems Manager with deep expertise in Oracle Fusion applications and enterprise system management. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the administration, configuration, and optimisation of our core Oracle Fusion platform, which supports critical business functions across Finance, HR, Procurement, and Operations.
This pivotal role requires both strategic governance and hands-on technical management to ensure the platform is reliable, scalable, and aligned with our evolving global research and development objectives. You will be instrumental in managing system lifecycles, governing best practices, and collaborating across technology and business teams to drive continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day administration, configuration, and performance management of Oracle Fusion applications.
* Lead system governance, ensuring consistent application of best practices for configuration management, security, and compliance.
* Translate complex business requirements into effective system configurations, enhancements, and integration designs.
* Manage and coordinate upgrades, patches, and release cycles for Oracle Fusion with internal teams and vendor support.
* Define, document, and maintain system processes, data flows, and integration points with other enterprise tools.
* Provide oversight for system access controls, audit readiness, and compliance reporting.
* Collaborate with business unit leaders (Finance, HR, Operations) to identify and deliver system improvements that enhance operational outcomes.
* Support all system testing cycles (UAT, regression, performance) to ensure stability and user adoption.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* 5+ years of experience managing enterprise applications, with at least 3 years focused specifically on Oracle Fusion (Finance, HR, Procurement, or related modules).
* Proven expertise in Oracle Fusion system administration, configuration, and integration management.
* Strong understanding of enterprise IT governance, change management, and system lifecycle management.
* Direct experience managing data security, role-based access, and compliance within Oracle Fusion.
* Familiarity with integration technologies (e.g., Oracle Integration Cloud, APIs, middleware tools).
* Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to translate strategic business needs into effective system solutions.
* Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* Oracle certifications in relevant modules or system administration.
* Experience with large-scale system implementations, migrations, or upgrades.
* Exposure to other enterprise tools such as ServiceNow, Salesforce, or Workday.
* Background in IT service management (ITIL or equivalent).
Terms of Appointment
* You must be eligible to work in the UK.
* You must be based in, or within easy commuting distance of, the Oxfordshire area.
* Willingness to travel as necessary.
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