Oracle HCM Cloud Principal Consultant

ArcLight Consulting, an Addison Group Company, is a leading management consulting firm dedicated to ensuring that our clients are successful with their Oracle Cloud investments. For over 15 years, ArcLight experts have guided clients through complex business transformations – aligning strategy, process, and technology to drive meaningful results. Our mission statement is simple: “Always make the right decision for the Customer.” Our people make this mission a reality – powered by their diverse backgrounds and experiences.  

As we continue to grow, we are looking for individuals who share our passion for transformation and change, and who are ready to help drive meaningful impact for clients through Oracle technology.

Our Cloud Solutions practice delivers transformative initiatives, aligning with complex, large-scale projects. You can be part of a team that defines the solution landscape and structures projects to enable flexibility, minimize risks and maximize gain.

We are seeking an experienced Oracle HCM Cloud Principal Implementation Consultant to lead the successful delivery of complex solutions and Oracle HCM Cloud implementations across a variety of industries. You will lead Oracle HCM Cloud workstreams, provide hands-on configuration guidance, drive best-practice decision-making, and serve as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders. You will play a key role in supporting sales initiatives, shaping projects, mentoring junior consultants, and building the right solutions for the customer. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced consulting environment, excels at guiding clients through change, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes with independence and confidence.

Responsibilities

Workstream Leadership & Functional Expertise

• Lead system demonstrations and process design workshops
• Lead the implementation of your assigned Oracle HCM Cloud workstream, providing expert level product and process guidance.
• Facilitate business process workshops, advising clients on the impacts and benefits of adopting Oracle’s modern best practice processes.
• Lead requirements gathering sessions and support clients in defining relevant processes, securing alignment and signoff on the proposed solution.
• Conduct process familiarization workshops to demonstrate configured functionality and validate design decisions.

Hands‑On Configuration & Solution Delivery

• Perform hands-on configuration within your primary Oracle HCM Cloud module(s), ensuring accuracy, scalability, and alignment with client requirements.
• Develop functional design documentation, configuration workbooks, and process flows.
• Support data migration activities, including mapping, validation, and testing.
• Collaborate with integration consultants to define functional requirements and support the build and testing of integrations with third party or custom systems.

Project Execution & Client Engagement

• Apply ArcLight’s implementation methodology consistently across all engagements.
• Support clients through all phases of testing, including test scenario development, execution, and issue resolution.
• Assist with production cutover planning and provide post-go-live support to ensure a smooth transition.
• Deliver work on time and on budget while maintaining ArcLight’s high standards of quality and client satisfaction.
• Mentor and review the work of less experienced team members, contributing to their growth and development.

Qualifications

Required

• Deep expertise in at least two of the following Oracle HCM Cloud workstreams:
  • Workforce Deployment: Core HR, Workforce Modeling, Strategic Workforce Planning, Approvals, Health & Safety, HR Help Desk
  • Talent Management: Oracle Recruiting Cloud, Journeys/Onboarding, Learning, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Communicate, Talent Review, Touchpoints & Surveys
  • Workforce Management: Payroll, Time & Labor, Absence Management
  • Total Rewards: Benefits, Compensation, Incentive Compensation
  • Security: HCM Security, HCM Advanced Controls
• 6+ years of experience implementing Oracle HCM Cloud
• Proven experience leading large‑scale, multi‑module HCM Cloud implementations in a consulting environment.
• Strong understanding of HR business processes
• Demonstrated ability to lead workshops, gather requirements, and translate business needs into functional solutions.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high quality outcomes.

Preferred

• Oracle HCM Cloud functional certifications.
• Experience with global or multi-country HCM deployments.
• Experience mentoring junior consultants or leading small teams.
• Familiarity with cross-module dependencies and upstream/downstream impacts.
• Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile delivery methodologies.

Soft Skills

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Confident facilitator who can guide groups through complex decisions.
• Highly organized, with strong documentation and planning skills.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced consulting environments.

Work Environment & Travel

• Remote-first position for U.S. or Canada-based candidates
• Ability to travel up to 25% for client on-site needs

Compensation & Benefits

Base compensation for this position ranges from $135,000 – $165,000 USD and will vary depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. The compensation also includes an annual bonus up to 20%, paid in quarterly installments.

What We Offer:

• Competitive healthcare benefits
• 401k retirement plan including employer match
• Monthly reimbursement program to fuel your mind, body, and soul
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family planning reimbursement program
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage options
• Mental and emotional wellness support application
• Employer Assistance Program
• Learning and Development resources
• Commitment to work-life balance and comprehensive onboarding and on-going personal and career development

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada and be able to provide proof of employment eligibility upon hire. At this time, we are unable to provide or assume sponsorship for employment authorization.

ArcLight Consulting, an Addison Group Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.