Business Architect

Posted 03 October 2025
Salary 65.97
LocationLiverpool L1 United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Technology / IT / Internet
ReferenceRQ1617661

Job description

Summary:

Liverpool City Council is embarking on a transformative journey to implement an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, revolutionizing our Finance, Human Resources, and Payroll functions. This new system will replace our existing SAP and Oracle platforms, utilizing Microsoft Dynamics for Finance and Resources, and MHR i-Trent for HR and Payroll. We are assembling a team of experts to collaborate with Ernst and Young (EY) and internal specialists to shape the future of our operations, ensuring optimal outcomes for both staff and residents. The Business Architect will play a pivotal role in designing the future ERP solution, guiding Council leadership and functional teams to successfully execute this transformation.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design workstream for the future ERP solution.
  • Collaborate with Council leadership and functional teams to ensure successful transformation delivery.
  • Facilitate decision-making across HR & Payroll, Finance & Procurement Leads.
  • Ensure adherence to 'adopt not adapt' principles in decision-making.
  • Partner with Ernst and Young (EY) and internal experts to shape the ERP solution.

Requirements


  • Proven experience in delivering at least three ERP transformation programs, including leadership roles.
  • Expertise in guiding organizational transformation and understanding decision impacts.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid role, with a minimum of two days per week in the office at Cunard Building, Liverpool.
  • Fixed-term position ending on 30th April 2027.