Corporate Systems Enterprise Architect

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced professional for a senior role focusing on corporate systems across finance and HR technology. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £125,000 and includes incentives like a bonus target of 18%. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of enterprise architecture within a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus target of 18%

London allowance of £2,000

Car allowance of £6,000

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in strategic and operational planning.
• 5+ years focused on finance systems (ERP, EPM).
• Proven experience designing architectures for financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and improvement of enterprise architecture systems.
• Implement financial close automation and regulatory systems.
• Drive integrated HR and procurement technology solutions.

Skills

Strong knowledge of business ecosystems

SaaS, IaaS, PaaS

APIs and predictive/data analytics

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Consulting skills

Education

Master's or bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Enterprise architecture tools

Job description

• Looking for a hybrid role - 2 days on site in Central London
• Must have in depth exposure to corporate systems - HR/Finance/Legal/ etc

About Our Client

This is a well-established organisation within the healthcare industry, recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence.

Job Description

Credentials & Experience

• Master's or bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Analysis, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in strategic and operational planning, business analysis, or enterprise architecture consulting.
• 5+ years of experience focused on finance systems (ERP, EPM, Treasury, etc.).
• 3+ years of experience with HR Tech (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors), Legal Tech (e.g., Onit, Mitratech), and/or Procurement Tech (e.g., Coupa, Ariba).
• Proven experience designing architectures for:
  • Financial close automation and regulatory reporting
  • Integrated Hire-to-Retire and Procure-to-Pay processes
  • Enterprise Contract Lifecycle Management
  • Treasury, Risk & Compliance management
• Deep understanding of centralised and decentralised finance, HR, and procurement operating models and their technology implications.
• Strong fluency in financial KPIs (e.g., EBITDA, NPV, DSO) and operational KPIs (e.g., cost-per-hire, requisition-to-order cycle time), with the ability to architect systems that drive improvements

The Successful Applicant

Skills

• Strong knowledge of business ecosystems, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, SOA, APIs, open data, microservices, event-driven architecture, and predictive/data analytics.
• Solid understanding of business models, operating models, financial models, cost-benefit analysis, budgeting, and risk management.
• Familiarity with major HR, Legal, and Procurement technology platforms.
• Proficiency with enterprise architecture tools, graphical modelling, and EA frameworks.
• Insight into information management practices, SDLC, IT service management, agile/lean methodologies, infrastructure & operations, EA frameworks, and ITIL.
• Understanding of project-centric vs. product-centric operating models and enterprise-scaled agile methodologies.
• Awareness of emerging technologies and evolving processing environments.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and soft skills, with strengths in teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation.
• Strong consulting skills, including targeted communication, engagement management, stakeholder management, and business development.
• Mastery of enterprise architecture components, business/IT principles, and organisational processes.
• Experience applying AI/ML across corporate functions (e.g., financial anomaly detection, HR attrition prediction, procurement spend analytics).

Competencies

• Exceptional analytical, planning, and organisational capabilities, with strong situational awareness and political acumen.
• Balances long‑term strategic vision with short‑term operational needs.
• Able to estimate financial impact of EA alternatives and evaluate multiple solution pathways.
• Quickly absorbs and evaluates new technologies and capabilities.
• Innovative, consultative mindset aligned with driving digital business strategy.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £125,000 per annum.
• An attractive bonus target of 18%.
• London allowance of £2,000 and a car allowance of £6,000.
• A permanent position based in London with 2 days on site required