UKI Technology Consulting - SAP Solution Architect - Ireland - Senior Manager

• Own the end‑to‑end SAP solution architecture, covering functional, technical, integration, data, security, and operational aspects.

• Define and maintain target-state and transition architectures aligned to business capabilities and transformation objectives.

• Ensure solution designs adhere to SAP standards and best practices, including Clean Core principles, extensibility models, and cloud strategies.

• Lead architecture decisions across S/4HANA (Greenfield, Brownfield, Bluefield), RISE with SAP, and hybrid landscapes.

• Act as a core member (or chair) of the Design Authority / Architecture Review Board, reviewing and approving solution designs, deviations, and customisations.

• Define architecture guardrails, design principles, and standards, and ensure consistent application across workstreams.

• Assess and manage design risks, technical debt, and non‑standard solutions, ensuring transparent documentation and stakeholder sign‑off.

• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, process owners, and functional leads to translate business requirements into robust SAP solutions.

• Provide clear architectural guidance to senior stakeholders, explaining trade‑offs, impacts, and recommendations in business terms.

• Support pre‑sales, bids, and discovery phases by shaping solution options, estimates, and high‑level designs where required.

• Define the integration strategy, including API‑led, event‑based, and middleware patterns, aligned to SAP Integration Suite and enterprise standards.

• Guide data architecture and migration approach, ensuring consistency across master data, transactional data, and analytics.

• Define and govern extensibility approaches (in‑app, side‑by‑side, BTP), minimising custom code and protecting the SAP core.

• Provide ongoing architectural oversight through Explore, Realise, Deploy, and Hypercare phases.

• Work closely with delivery teams to resolve design issues, unblock dependencies, and ensure architectural integrity is maintained during build and test.

• Support operational readiness, including solution documentation, handover to support, and alignment with ITSM and ALM tools.

• Strong technical skills and keen ambition to develop further.

• Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards.

• Client focused and commercially aware.

• Ability to build strong client relationships and professional networks.

• Excellent communicator in a range of situations, both written and oral.

• Relationship management skills with ability to manage client expectations and efficient and successful delivery of Tax services.

• Project management skills, ability to plan and prioritize work, and to meet deadlines.

• Team player; ability to integrate and build effective relationships at all levels.

• Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output.

• A third level qualification in Business, Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 15 years' experience as an SAP Solution Architect on large‑scale SAP programs.

• Strong hands‑on knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, with exposure to Finance, Supply Chain, or Industry‑specific solutions.

• Experience with SAP BTP, Integration Suite, Cloud ALM / Solution Manager, and modern integration patterns.

• Solid understanding of SAP security, roles & authorisations, data, and analytics architectures.

• Proven ability to design and govern complex, multi‑system SAP landscapes.

• Experience working across on‑premise, cloud, and hybrid environments.

• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks and solution governance models.

• Ability to lead virtual, cross‑functional teams and work effectively in global delivery models.

SAP certifications such as SAP Certified Solution Architect, SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP, or RISE with SAP.

• Architecture or cloud certifications (e.g. TOGAF, Azure, AWS) are advantageous.

• Proven ability to think strategically and translate business requirements into effective SAP solutions.

• Someone interested in joining a dynamic team who wants to develop their SAP delivery and Business transformation expertise and broaden their experience in a fast moving, technology enabled business world.

• A team player with a strength in coaching and developing others.

• A good work ethic and openness to new challenges.

• Commercial awareness and ability to develop business opportunities in order to generate growth within the firm.

• Excellent communicator with an aptitude to build and manage key client relationships and internal network.

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.

• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension

• Discounted health insurance

• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family

• The purchase of additional annual leave

• Hybrid Working

• Free Gym membership

• Travel Pass

• Maternity & Paternity leave

• Bike to work Scheme

• Recognition Awards

• Cash incentives for referrals

• Work Mobile

• Tech MBA paid by EY

• Wellness rooms available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.

• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

• As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.