SAP Programme Director - Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors Migration - Hybrid - ASAP Start!
Posted 5 days ago by Expert Resource
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
United Kingdom
Summary: Expert Resource is seeking a high-calibre SAP Programme Director to lead a critical transformation programme migrating from Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors. This strategic leadership role involves overseeing the entire programme lifecycle, ensuring stakeholder alignment and governance. The position is UK-based and offers a contract-to-permanent opportunity within a global organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing complex technology programmes and HR transformations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full ownership of the Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors migration programme, from mobilisation through to go-live and beyond
- Lead cross-functional teams, suppliers, and partners to deliver against programme milestones and objectives
- Ensure robust governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement throughout the programme life cycle
- Act as the senior escalation point for all programme-related matters
- Partner with C-level stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and delivery excellence
Key Skills:
- Proven track record as a SAP Programme Director delivering large-scale, complex, global technology programmes
- Demonstrable experience overseeing HR Transformation programmes, specifically migrations from Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors
- Deep understanding of ERP landscapes, HR processes, and the challenges of enterprise change
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to engage, influence, and drive accountability at all levels
- Exceptional stakeholder management, governance, and risk mitigation capabilities
- Previous experience working within complex, matrixed, multinational organisations
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
SAP Programme Director - Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors Migration
Location: UK - Hybrid
Engagement Type: Contract (with view to Permanent)
Start Date: ASAP
Day Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience
Overview:
Expert Resource is supporting one of our key clients in securing a high-calibre SAP Programme Director to lead a complex, business-critical transformation programme, focused on the migration from Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors. This is a strategic leadership role, responsible for driving end-to-end delivery across multiple workstreams, ensuring stakeholder alignment, programme governance, and successful outcomes.
This role is UK-based and ideally suited to an experienced leader seeking a contract-to-permanent opportunity with a global, forward-thinking organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full ownership of the Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors migration programme, from mobilisation through to go-live and beyond
- Lead cross-functional teams, suppliers, and partners to deliver against programme milestones and objectives
- Ensure robust governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement throughout the programme life cycle
- Act as the senior escalation point for all programme-related matters
- Partner with C-level stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and delivery excellence
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven track record as a SAP Programme Director delivering large-scale, complex, global technology programmes
- Demonstrable experience overseeing HR Transformation programmes, specifically migrations from Oracle HCM to SAP SuccessFactors
- Deep understanding of ERP landscapes, HR processes, and the challenges of enterprise change
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to engage, influence, and drive accountability at all levels
- Exceptional stakeholder management, governance, and risk mitigation capabilities
- Previous experience working within complex, matrixed, multinational organisations
Preferred:
- Previous experience with contract-to-permanent transitions
- Background working within regulated industries or large enterprise environments
- Relevant certifications in Programme Management (eg, MSP, PMP, Agile frameworks)
Expert Resource is a premier independent recruitment specialist. We excel in connecting talent with opportunities across SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Cyber Security, and a broad spectrum of IT functions. Our operations span the UK & Ireland, Europe, MENA, and the US, partnering with clients for contract, permanent, and fixed-term roles
As a global recruitment partner, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering strong, long-term relationships with both candidates and clients. Our approach is built on deep sector knowledge, a genuine passion for the industries we serve, and an unwavering commitment to delivering the best talent solutions in the markets where we excel.