Oracle Cloud Govermnent Practice Lead

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

£ Up to 110k + car allowance + benefits

Role Title: Oracle Cloud Govt Practice Lead

Location: London

Salary: Competitive salary and package dependent on experience

Career Level: Senior Manager

Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years of continuous UK address history at the point of application.

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About the Accenture Oracle Business Group:

As part of the 54,000+ Accenture Oracle skilled professionals in our global community, you will join the UK and Ireland Oracle business group team where we play a central role in working with some of the world’s most dynamic global companies, responsible for helping them address some of the top challenges faced today. Within our Oracle practice, functional professionals work with our clients to transform the back and front office function in the digital era. With a focus on implementing Oracle ERPM, Talent & HR, Payroll and CX Cloud products, Business Intelligence and analytics solutions, robotics process automation and Blockchain, our Oracle practice offers and delivers an unparalleled digital footprint for our customers.

We are looking for candidates that excel in working in a client facing environment with passion and proven delivery and functional skills. Candidates should be able to approach client challenges in an informed, structured and innovative way.  Ideally, you have 2+ years of prior experience on Oracle cloud applications.

As an Oracle Cloud Government Practice Lead, you will:

Architect, design and deliver Oracle ERP cloud solutions for government/public sector bodies. Lead business development within Government for Oracle platforms. Be accountable for delivery of Oracle ERP cloud transformation programs. Demonstrate credibility and  build strong relationships with senior client stakeholders. Architect client specific solutions based on Oracle products. Collaborate as a key member of the delivery and sales team to represent the solution offering to the client buyer and other internal Accenture groups. Understand and clearly define the input required to create cost estimates. Prepare the cost model estimates to deliver the defined scope of services. Be able to relate the implications of solution changes on the project costing, commercials and delivery risk; use sound judgement and communication in the related decision-making. Mentor and coach more junior members of the team.

We are looking for experience in the following skills:

Extensive previous experience of working in a consultancy environment within Government domain. Understanding of delivery methodology pertaining to Government programs Good understanding of key Government processes and ability to understand, create and/or Orchestrate responses to Government RFI/RFPs. Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues. Full lifecycle implementations on Oracle R12/ERP Cloud Experience in Oracle ERP Cloud architecture, roadmap and blue printing. Experience designing and implementing Finance solutions incorporating Oracle and third-party solution components. Understand and translate client requirements into solution definition, observing experience of standard finance process best practice. Ability to effectively communicate the implications of complex technical concepts to senior, non-technical audiences.

Set yourself apart:

Confidence in presenting challenging points of view to client audiences. Experience structuring activities that play to a team's strengths and provide opportunities for others to grow. Workstream team lead experience - leading, mentoring and developing our people. One or more Oracle ERP Cloud Certifications Professional Qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CFA) is preferable. Exposure in one of the following areas: Business Intelligence, analytics and/or robotics process automation Design Thinking concepts – able to brainstorm, problem-solve and present ideas using a variety of design thinking methods available. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies

What’s in it for you:

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance, car allowance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

Closing Date for Applications: 31/08/2024

Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.