Oracle/HR Project Manager - Contract

iqbusiness is seeking a senior Project Manager with strong HR and/or HCM project delivery experience to lead large-scale, enterprise HR initiatives within complex operational environments.This role requires a credible, hands-on PM who is a strong team player, comfortable engaging across HR, IT, vendors, and executive stakeholders, and experienced in delivering structured, outcomes-driven HR system and transformation projects. Oracle HCM experience is advantageous but not essential.Experience and Skills5+ years' end-to-end Project Management experience, delivering complex enterprise initiativesProven experience leading HR / HCM-related projects (HR systems, HR process transformation, payroll, talent, workforce systems, etc.)Demonstrated ability to operate as a senior PM within multi-stakeholder, matrix environmentsStrong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working across HR, IT, Finance, and external vendorsSolid experience managing:Project planning, delivery governance, and reportingBudgets, resourcing, risks, issues, and dependenciesDelivery teams across mixed delivery modelsExposure to Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid delivery approachesExperience delivering projects within large, operationally intensive organisations (e.g. financial services, mining, logistics, telecommunications, or similar)Oracle HCM experience is beneficial, but strong HR systems or HR transformation project experience is essentialKey ResponsibilitiesProject Initiation & PlanningEngage HR, IT, and business stakeholders to define scope, objectives, and success criteriaDevelop clear project plans, delivery roadmaps, and resourcing modelsIdentify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategiesAlign HR system initiatives to broader business and people transformation objectivesDelivery & ExecutionLead cross-functional delivery teams including internal teams and third-party vendorsOversee HR system configuration, testing, deployment, and integration activitiesManage data migration, reporting, and integration dependencies where applicableTrack progress against milestones, budget, and quality standardsProvide clear, structured reporting to senior stakeholders and sponsorsClose-out & HandoverEnsure effective handover to business and support teamsFinalise documentation, training materials, and operational readinessConduct post-implementation reviews and capture lessons learnedClose out vendors, contracts, and financialsQualificationsMatric (required)Formal qualification in Project or Programme Management (required)PMBOK / PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent recognised PM certification (required)Degree or Diploma in HR, Business Management, Information Systems, or related field (advantageous)Oracle HCM certifications or training (advantageous)Please note: As all IQbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information; our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verificationIQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals