Systems Manager (Oracle)

The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford’s purpose is to have a global impact by fundamentally reimagining the way science and technology translate into end-to-end solutions and delivering these solutions in programmes and platforms that respond to humanity’s most challenging problems.

EIT Oxford will ensure scientific discoveries and pioneering science are turned into products for the benefit of society that can have high-impact worldwide and, over time, be commercialised to ensure long-term sustainability.

Led by a faculty of world experts, EIT Oxford seeks to solve the world’s most challenging problems across four high-risk, high-reward, high-impact humane endeavours: health and medical science; food security and sustainable agriculture; climate change and clean energy; and AI & Robotics

EIT Oxford is investing significant resources in a new world-class research and development facility in the Oxford Science Park. Set for completion in 2027, the state-of-the-art campus includes 300,000 sq ft of research laboratories, an oncology and preventative care clinic, and educational and meeting spaces. Together, they create the perfect environment for EIT Oxford experts to take ground-breaking ideas from research to broad implementation. The new facility will further EIT’s current partnership with the University of Oxford and become the new home for Ellison Scholars.

EIT Oxford is committed to cultivating a community where excellence is achieved through collaboration, trust, innovation and tenacity. We foster an environment where everyone’s experience and expertise are valued. We are curious and resilient in our efforts to drive long-term, sustainable innovation to meet humanity’s most enduring challenges.

Are you a strategic thinker with hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion? We are seeking a Systems Manager to lead the administration, configuration, and optimisation of our enterprise systems. This pivotal role will ensure our Oracle Fusion platform supports critical business functions across Finance, HR, Procurement, and Operations, driving innovation and operational excellence.

You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to align technology with business needs, ensuring scalability, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and optimise Oracle Fusion applications across core business functions.
• Lead system governance, ensuring best practices in configuration, security, and compliance.
• Translate business requirements into system enhancements and integrations.
• Manage upgrades, patches, and release cycles in coordination with Oracle and internal teams.
• Document system processes, data flows, and integration points.
• Oversee access controls, audit readiness, and compliance reporting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful system improvements.
• Support testing cycles including UAT, regression, and performance testing.
• Manage vendor relationships and Oracle support services.
• Provide training and documentation for users and technical teams.

Essential Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

• 5+ years managing enterprise applications, with 3+ years in Oracle Fusion (Finance, HR, Procurement).
• Proven expertise in Oracle Fusion system administration and integration.
• Strong grasp of IT governance, change management, and lifecycle management.
• Experience with data security, role-based access, and compliance.
• Familiarity with integration technologies (Oracle Integration Cloud, APIs, middleware).
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Desirable Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

• Oracle certifications in relevant modules or system administration.
• Experience with large-scale implementations, migrations, or upgrades.
• Exposure to enterprise tools like ServiceNow, Salesforce, or Workday.
• Background in IT service management (ITIL or equivalent).
• Experience in Agile or hybrid delivery environments.
• Bonus: Experience in regulated industries.

We offer the following salary and benefits:

• Salary:  £75,000 - £90,000 (dependent on experience)
• Enhanced holiday pay
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance
• Hospital Cash Plan
• Therapy Services
• Perk Box
• Electric Car Scheme

Why work for EIT:

At the Ellison Institute, we believe a collaborative, inclusive team is key to our success. We are building a supportive environment where creative risks are encouraged, and everyone feels heard. Valuing emotional intelligence, empathy, respect, and resilience, we encourage people to be curious and to have a shared commitment to excellence. Join us and make an impact!

Terms of Appointment:

You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary.

You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford and can commit to 3 days of working in our Oxford office, sometimes more during busy periods.

During peak periods, some longer hours may be required and some working across multiple time zones due to the global nature of the programme.

All candidates are subject to relevant right to work, reference and DBS checks.