Solution Architect
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Summary
Grade: 3A
Reporting Line: Technology Product Director
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Location: London/Remote
What to expect
The Solution Architect for the Finance Transformation Programme will play a critical role in shaping, designing and delivering the technology solutions required to support POL’s future finance capabilities, processes and operating model. The role will ensure that all proposed solutions are architecturally sound, aligned to the enterprise technology strategy, and capable of supporting both current and future business needs.
The Solution Architect will define end‑to‑end solution designs within the Finance Transformation scope. This includes ensuring architectural coherence, integration across platforms, and alignment with programme objectives, business processes, and wider organisational technology roadmaps.
What we can do for you
Now, more than ever, we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed throughout our organisation. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• 27.5 days annual leave that increases with tenure
• Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity
• Car allowance
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Income protection after 12 months service
• Full support from our employee assistance programme and access to our employee benefits platform
• Ever-evolving learning and development opportunities
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. We actively foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions from all colleagues. We hold the belief that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are not just vital but fundamental to our success and growth. Our priority lies in shaping a business that mirrors the diverse communities we reach, truly making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and celebrate the differences among our people, ensuring that our practices reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equal representation for all.
What you’ll need to succeed
• Significant experience as a Solution Architect in large-scale transformation programmes, ideally within finance, financial services or large retail environments.
• Strong background designing and implementing complex enterprise solutions across ERP, finance platforms, integrations, data and analytics. Ideally SAP implementations.
• Experience working in multi‑vendor, multi‑system environments with a strong understanding of enterprise integration patterns and architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Exceptional communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands‑on technical detail.
• Deep understanding of architecture principles, integration patterns, security best practice and cloud/enterprise platform trends.
• Ability to influence, negotiate and build trusted relationships across business and technology teams.
• Comfortable working in high‑complexity transformation environment with evolving requirements.