Business Solutions Architect

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a dynamic Business Solutions Architect to spearhead cross-functional solution design and transformation. This pivotal role focuses on aligning solutions with business goals while ensuring scalability and operational efficiency. You'll engage with various stakeholders and contribute to high-impact initiatives, all within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in business solution design or transformation.
• Experience in large-scale programme delivery with multi-partner involvement.
• Strong customer-centric design and journey mapping background.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable and sustainable business solutions.
• Lead solution walkthroughs with stakeholders.
• Drive transformation from current to future operating models.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Design thinking

Customer-centric design

Job description

Job Description

Business Solutions Architect

• Location: Uxbridge-based (hybrid)
• Duration: 6 months initially (likely extensions)
• Rate: £1,050 per day (inside IR35)

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Business Solutions Architect to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of cross-functional solution design and transition. This role is pivotal in aligning solutions with strategic business goals, customer needs, and operational scalability across people, process, technology, and data.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and define scalable, sustainable, and strategically aligned cross-functional business solutions.
• Lead end-to-end solution walkthroughs with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Drive transitions from current to future operating models, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum business value.
• Facilitate alignment of delivery partners around scope, dependencies, and timelines.
• Act as a key contributor to governance forums, providing insights on solution readiness and risks.
• Represent the team in Dependency Management and Critical Initiative Tracking (CIT) forums.
• Champion customer-centric decision-making using design thinking and customer journey methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Deep understanding of business architecture and operating model transformation.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with sharp attention to delivery detail.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in managing complex programmes across multiple internal and external partners.
• Ability to balance customer experience goals with operational feasibility.

Experience Required

• 5+ years of experience in business solution design, transformation, or enterprise-level change.
• Proven success in large-scale, multi-partner programme delivery.
• Strong background in customer-centric design, design thinking, and journey mapping is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to high-impact initiatives shaping the future of business operations.
• Collaborate with passionate, forward-thinking professionals across disciplines.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
• Access to flexible working arrangements and professional growth opportunities.