Manager - HRIS

Job Summary

The Manager – HRIS is responsible for leading the strategy, administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of Valaris’ Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), including Oracle HCM Cloud. This role ensures the HRIS environment supports business objectives, maintains data integrity, and upholds security and compliance across all HR functional areas. The position manages system enhancements, integrations, reporting, and analytics in collaboration with the Valaris Service Center (VSC), HR functional teams, IT, and external partners.

Principal Duties and Responsibilitie

- sLeads the design, configuration, implementation, and maintenance of Oracle HCM Cloud modules (Core HR, Absence, Compensation, Benefits, Performance, and Talent Management) to meet business needs

- .Serves as system owner for HRIS applications, managing overall system governance, data integrity, security roles, and compliance standards

- .Partners with HR functional leaders and the VSC to streamline HR processes, ensuring consistent and efficient delivery of HR services globally

- .Oversees testing, deployment, and post-release validation of Oracle HCM Cloud updates and patches; coordinates with IT and Oracle support for issue resolution

- .Manages integrations between HRIS and downstream systems (Payroll, Finance, Talent systems, Time & Attendance, etc.)

- .Develops and maintains HR data governance frameworks; ensures data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with global data privacy and employment regulations across all systems

- .Collaborates with the VSC and HR Business Partners to deliver dashboards, analytics, and insights that inform strategic HR decisions

- .Supervises HRIS team members, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and performance feedback

- .Partners with IT on system architecture, cybersecurity and data protection standards; ensures security controls, and audit requirements are met; acts as the escalation point for complex HRIS issues

- .Leads HRIS-related projects, including global rollouts, new module implementations, and process automation initiatives

- .Supports HR leadership with specialized reporting and analytics, including OTBI, BI Publisher, Power BI, and other visualization tools

- .Establishes documentation, SOPs, and change management protocols for HRIS-related processes

- .Develops and delivers training to HR and end-user groups on system functionality and best practices

- .Champions continuous improvement by identifying and implementing opportunities for greater automation, efficiency, and user experience

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Qualifications / Educatio

- n Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline require

- d.Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in HRIS or HR technology, including hands-on configuration and administration of Oracle HCM Clou

- d.Advanced degree or relevant certification in HR Technology, Data Governance or Project Management preferre

- d.Experience leading HR technology initiatives and managing HRIS operations within a shared services or global service delivery environmen

- t.Experience leading cross-functional HR technology projects or implementation

s.

Skills & Experien

- ce Deep functional and technical knowledge of Oracle HCM Cloud, including reporting tools (OTBI, BI Publisher) and integration methods (HCM Extracts, HDL, Fast Formul

- a).Proven ability to manage system upgrades, test cycles, and post-production suppo

- rt.Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills; able to translate business needs into effective system solutio

- ns.Demonstrated success managing and developing a small technical/functional team within a service-oriented mod

- el.High level of analytical ability, attention to detail, and commitment to data integri

- ty.Excellent organizational and prioritization skills; ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environme

- nt.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to train, influence, and present to senior leade

- rs.Vendor and third-party relationship management experience preferr

- ed.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HR analytics/reporting too

- ls.Knowledge of HR processes, data governance, employment data privacy regulations, and HR operational best practic

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Behav

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rs As part of our commitment to fostering a high-performance culture, employees are expected to align their actions and decisions with the principles outlined in our Behavioral Framework. This framework serves as the foundation for our organizational culture and guides our behaviors to drive better outcomes across the company. Employees are responsible for incorporating these behaviors into their daily actions, relationships, and decision-making to help manage expectations, strengthen relationships, and contribute to the overall success of the organizat

ion.

Our five behaviors that define our culture

are:

Analyze &

; Plan – Being deliberate in understanding and describing the problem to solve and using information from a range of relevant sources to develop solutions that are effective and evidence-

based.Colla

borate – Collaborating effectively, sharing ideas, and leveraging one another’s strengths based on trust, transparency, and empathy, creating an environment where everyone’s input is v

alued.Commu

nicate – Communicate clearly with all employees and stakeholders, ensuring active listening, understanding, and timely information sh

aring.Learn, Grow &

Adapt – Building organizational capability through our own learning and development while coaching others and supporting others to adapt, learn, and de

velop.Deliver R

esults – Striving to deliver and exceed required results, identifying and overcoming obstacles, and taking responsibility for the outcome while respecting our v

alues.

Dis

claimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to have or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as

*needed.

Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other non-job related*

factors.

Valaris is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation, or a religious accommodation, please

contact recruiting@val

aris.com.