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Job Description for Oracle Cloud Senior Functional Consultant (Absences)About de Novo | The Original Pioneers of Oracle SaaS Cloudde Novo is an exciting British technology company founded by the same entrepreneurs who created Certus Solutions, the original pioneers of Oracle SaaS Cloud in the UK&I. de Novo is once again pioneering into the digital world of the experience economy pushing the boundaries of the art of the possible using both ServiceNow and Oracle SaaS Cloud technologies together, innovating by re-imaging the world of work by delivering personalised employee experiences over standardised processes, thereby driving employee empowerment, engagement, satisfaction and contributing directly to an organisation’s goals through its people.In alignment with the company's unwavering commitment to growth and innovation, de Novo has launched its innovation hub in Chennai, India to help drive the development of its new industry cloud solutions and increase its delivery and support capabilities.To see how we are different; please visit (career page link) or email [email protected] work for us?- We invest in you and offer first class training. - We reward you for the commitment and effort you put in. - We welcome new ideas and like you to make a difference. - We are candid and straight talking. - We pride ourselves in being a close supportive family unit with a strong team-working ethic. - We aim to exceed expectations whilst, always putting the customers’ needs as our top priority. - We aim to help you develop Consultancy skills by providing you with real life opportunities and experience to work on some of the most complex digital transformation projects across the UK, and internationally.Position Title: Oracle Cloud Senior Functional Consultant (Absences)The RoleWe are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Oracle Cloud Senior Functional consultant (Absences) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong functional expertise in Oracle Cloud Absence Management, including configuration, testing, and support of end-to-end absence processes. This role involves working closely with UK teams and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions, ensure compliance, and support operational excellence.A deep understanding of Oracle Cloud Absence Management functionality, quarterly update management, and complex issue resolution is desirable, along with strong client-facing communication skills.You will:- Work hands-on as an Oracle Cloud Senior Functional consultant (Absences), triaging, diagnosing, and resolving complex client requirements across Absence and related modules - Work on configuration, processing, troubleshooting, maintenance, support and legislative compliance - Perform end-to-end setup activities including Absence types, plans, Eligibility profile, derived factor, absence processes etc., - Handle setting up Absence Approval workflows and building fast formulae from scratch for absence management. - Involve in Absence Cut over activities, migrate the balances and absence records from legacy system. - Participate in testing cycles (SIT, UAT, Regression) and coordinate with business users for sign-off - Support quarterly Oracle Cloud release testing and document configuration impacts - Troubleshoot and replicate functional issues, escalating to Oracle (SR) as needed and maintaining clear, well-documented resolutions - Prepare and maintain configuration workbooks, functional design documents, and user guides - Provide post go-live and production support, resolving absence related incidents within SLA - Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of satisfaction through responsive, proactive support and communication - Drive improvements in support processes, documentation, and internal tooling, helping to establish a scalable, high-performing absence support model - Review and recommend enhancements from Oracle Cloud updates that would deliver value to clients - Actively contribute to internal knowledge bases and support materials, and champion a culture of continuous improvementPerson Specification- Ethical Conduct: Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policies - Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and a track record of working effectively within cross-functional teams, including stakeholders. - Customer Service Orientation: Focus on meeting internal and external customer needs, providing responsive support, and building positive relationships with stakeholders. High level of adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to build strong long-lasting client relationships - Continuous Learning: Willingness to learn and develop new skills, stay updated on industry trends, and pursue professional development opportunities to enable growth. A growth mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement—for yourself, your team, and your clients - Consulting Skills: Strong consulting skills are essential for effectively communicating with clients, understanding their needs, providing recommendations, and guiding them through the implementation process. This includes active listening, problem-solving, and client relationship management - Analytical & Problem-Solving: Tailoring solutions to business goals, processes, and constraintsSkills & ExperienceEssential:- At least 3 plus years of relevant experience with at least one full cycle of end-to-end Oracle Cloud HCM implementation, specifically in Absence. - Strong knowledge of absence legislation, statutory requirements and absence processes - Hands-on experience configuring core absence components such as Absence types, plans, Eligibility profile, derived factor etc.,) - Experience of supporting mid-large solutions with multiple stakeholders - Strong HCM / Absence experience along with scheduled processes. - Troubleshooting problems, including functional replication of issues - Experience of reviewing the impact of the Oracle cloud quarterly updates and identifying enhancements that would benefit clients - Should be competent in writing Fast Formulae for Absence and has strong working knowledge of Absence processes. - Should be aware of Security profiles required related to Absence ManagementDesirable:- Broader Oracle Application experience, including other HCM modules - Oracle Core HR - Oracle Payroll - Oracle Workforce Compensation - Oracle Talent and Performance Management - Oracle Recruiting Cloud - Oracle Learning Cloud - Knowledge and understanding about Oracle Absence AI Agents. - Exposure to absence in different legislative regions (e.g. India, or EMEA) - Experience working in a multi-regional or global support model - Previous involvement in client onboarding or managed services projectsQualifications- Oracle Cloud Absence Management Certified Implementation Professional (obtained or willing to work towards)LocationChennai, INDIA.Employment TypeFull-time EmploymentCompensation & BenefitsSalary – Best in IndustryBenefits – Term Life / Mediclaim / Accident insuranceTraining – Certified training in Oracle SaaS Cloud as required by your role.Contact usInterested candidates are invited to submit their resumes to india.careers@. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.Equality Statementde Novo seeks to recruit the best person for each of our roles, based on merit alone and free from bias. We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability, or any other protected characteristic.We recruit individuals who embody the de Novo core values of professionalism, expertise and trust which has given us a fantastic variety of people and cultures across our organisation.We celebrate our diverse teams who make de Novo the inclusive, collaborative and rewarding place it is to work.We hire the best in the industry, provide them the support to achieve their goals and challenge them to make a real impact on our business. If you want to join an organisation that truly sees and harnesses what makes you unique, apply to us today.