Associate Director - IVC Evolve - ETS-SA

Solution Architect for a UK-based professional services firm, responsible for leading end-to-end solution design and architecture for deployed enterprise systems. Collaborates closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and local architecture groups to define target-state solutions, ensure architectural compliance, and deliver scalable, secure, and business-aligned technology outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Solution Architecture & Design Leadership
• Lead the design and architecture of SAP Professional Services in Public Cloud to meet the business needs of a regulated, quality-focused service industry.
• Architect process flows that leverage SAP Best Practices for discrete Professional Services and Finance.
• Provide specific guidance around variant configuration for customizable products and ensure smooth integration across various modules of Professional Service processes.
• Support decision-making for configuration vs. extensibility, always aiming for minimal deviation from standard.
• Identify deltas between standard SAP and business needs, recommending suitable process adaptations or extensibility options.
• Build strong relationships with business process owners and IT leadership by clearly articulating how the SAP Professional Services on Public Cloud solution will support their goals.
• Present options and recommendations in fit-to-standard discussions to gain buy-in and reduce friction.
• Align closely with onshore functional consultants and technical leads to ensure continuity in solution delivery.
• Begin laying the groundwork for upcoming test cycles, data migration, and cutover planning by aligning on key milestones.
• Coach and mentor junior team members to strengthen internal SAP Professional Services Public Cloud capability.