Principal Oracle EPM Cloud Planning Consultant

Company Description

For over 30 years, Version 1 has been a leading Oracle partner specialising in Enterprise Applications, delivering ERP, HCM and EPM solutions that enable organisations to transform and modernise their core systems.  

Combining deep domain expertise with end-to-end delivery and managed services, we support some of the UK and Ireland’s largest organisations in driving business value through Oracle technology. 

• Top-tier Oracle partner across Database, Platform, ERP, and Managed Services 
• 37 UKOUG awards over the last 3 years 
• 13 awards - UK Oracle User Group (UKOUG) Community Awards 2026 (4 Gold, 5 Silver, 4 Bronze) 
• Certified Great Place to Work 
• Recognised as a leader in AI & digital transformation consulting with global delivery footprint 

With 3,800+ people and revenues exceeding €347m/£302m, Version 1 is a market leader in Oracle, Microsoft, and AWS consulting services – and one of the fastest-growing digital consultancies in Europe.  

Job Description

Principal Oracle EPM Cloud Planning Consultant

YOU MUST SC CLEARED OR BE ELIGIBLE FOR SC CLEARANCE. TO BE ELIGIBLE YOU NEED TO HAVE LIVED IN THE UK FOR THE LAST 5 YEARS.

Shape the Future of Enterprise Planning

Lead. Influence. Deliver at Scale.

Are you a senior Oracle EPM Cloud Planning expert operating at — or ready to step into — a true principal-level leadership role?

Version 1, the UK & Ireland’s leading Oracle ERP and Cloud Transformation partner, is seeking an exceptional Principal Oracle EPM Cloud Planning Consultant to lead some of our most complex and strategically significant planning and budgeting programmes across government, public sector, and enterprise clients.

This is not a delivery-only role. It’s an opportunity to operate as a trusted advisor, technical authority, and programme leader, shaping enterprise planning strategies and influencing outcomes at executive level.

The Opportunity

As a Principal Consultant, you’ll sit at the intersection of strategy, delivery, and leadership. You’ll guide clients through end-to-end Oracle EPM Cloud Planning transformations — from early vision and solution shaping through to implementation, optimisation, and long-term roadmap development.

You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams, influence senior finance stakeholders, and set the standard for quality, governance, and best practice across the Oracle EPM Cloud Planning domain.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Programme & Delivery Leadership

You will:

• Own the full lifecycle of large-scale Oracle EPM Cloud Planning programmes
• Lead multiple workstreams, ensuring delivery against scope, timelines, quality and value
• Provide strong governance, risk management and executive-level reporting

Solution Design & Technical Authority

You will:

• Act as the principal design authority for Oracle EPM Cloud Planning (PBCS / EPBCS)
• Lead solution architecture across models, calculations, allocations, forms, dashboards and reporting
• Drive advanced capability using Smart View, Data Management, Groovy rules, REST APIs and automation
• Design connected planning solutions across Finance, FP&A, Workforce, CapEx and operational planning
• Review and assure delivery quality across senior and mid-level consultants

Client Advisory & Stakeholder Influence

You will:

• Build trusted relationships with CFOs, Finance Directors and Transformation Sponsors
• Lead executive workshops and design sessions, challenging thinking and guiding best-practice outcomes
• Translate complex technical solutions into clear, business-focused narratives

Pre-Sales, Growth & Thought Leadership

You will:

• Lead pre-sales activity including solution shaping, proposals, demos and bid responses
• Support pipeline development alongside Sales and Practice Leadership
• Contribute to Version 1 accelerators, reusable assets and thought leadership initiatives

Team Leadership & Capability Development

You will:

• Mentor and coach consultants across the Oracle EPM practice
• Support capability strategy, recruitment and continuous improvement
• Champion Version 1 values, culture and standards of excellence

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Essential Experience

You will have:

• Extensive hands-on experience delivering Oracle EPM Cloud Planning (PBCS / EPBCS), including multiple full-lifecycle implementations
• Proven leadership of complex, multi-stream planning transformation programmes
• Strong technical expertise across planning models, calculations, allocations, dashboards, Smart View, Data Management, Groovy and REST integrations
• Exceptional communication, facilitation and presentation skills with senior finance stakeholders
• Ability to influence decision-making, manage complexity and deliver under pressure
• Experience mentoring consultants and leading delivery teams
• Strong commercial awareness with exposure to pre-sales and bid activity

Desirable Experience

You will have:

• Experience with other Oracle EPM Cloud modules (FCCS, ARCS, PCMCS, EDMCS, Narrative or Tax Reporting)
• Background in finance, accountancy or FP&A
• Experience migrating from Hyperion Planning to Oracle EPM Cloud

Ready to Lead at the Highest Level?

If you’re an experienced Oracle EPM Cloud Planning leader looking to take ownership of complex transformation programmes and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

Why Join Version 1's Oracle Practice? 

• Join a global Oracle practice of 700+ specialists, supported by 500+ certified professionals across the Oracle ecosystem. 
• Work on large-scale, multi-pillar Oracle Cloud transformation programmes for some of the UK's most recognised organisations. 
• Collaborate with a high-performing, market-leading Oracle team renowned for delivering complex enterprise transformation projects. 
• Be part of an organisation that provides end-to-end Oracle services, including consulting and advisory, implementation, integration, cloud infrastructure, and managed services. 
• Leverage our deep Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) expertise to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions for enterprise clients. 
• Accelerate your career through our Strength in Balance and leadership development programmes, supported by quarterly Pathways career reviews. 
• Benefit from a substantial training and certification budget, helping you stay at the forefront of Oracle technologies and industry best practices. 
• Enjoy meaningful recognition through our Annual Excellence Awards, Call-Out recognition platform, and quarterly profit-share scheme. 
• Influence testing strategy, delivery quality, and business outcomes across some of the UK's most significant ERP transformation programmes. 
• Work with prestigious clients, including organisations such as the Bank of England and Birmingham City Council. 
• Take advantage of our flexible hybrid working model, combining remote delivery with occasional client or hub-based collaboration. 
• Access enhanced wellbeing and family support through our maternity, paternity, and Moments that Matter policies. 
• Be part of a purpose-driven culture with opportunities to contribute to ESG, CSR, DEI, volunteering, and community initiatives that create a positive social impact. 

At Version 1, you'll combine industry-leading Oracle expertise, meaningful career progression, and the opportunity to deliver transformational outcomes for some of the world's most recognised organisations. 

Benefits include:  

• Quarterly performance-related profit share  
• Hybrid / Remote working flexibility  
• Pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover  
• Certified Great Place to Work for 10+ years running  

This is hybrid based with occasional travel to your nearest base office.  

Ashley Billington, Head of Talent Acquisition – Enterprise Applications (Oracle Cloud - ERP, HCM, EPM)  

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We are an equal opportunities employer. Please refer to our Diversity & Inclusion statement located at: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging | Version 1 Careers  

Please note: We have an internal recruitment team and do not accept agency candidates. If you want to join the team here at Version 1, get in touch with us directly!