At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cross-functional SAP initiatives and design end-to-end SAP S4 architecture.
- Company: Dynamic banking environment seeking innovative SAP Architect.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in banking by leveraging your SAP expertise.
- Qualifications: 10+ years of SAP experience and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile SAP Architect to lead cross-functional SAP initiatives within a banking environment. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across SAP modules, integration architecture, analytics/reporting, and testing, while also being confident in client-facing roles, including running workshops and engaging diverse stakeholder groups.
Key Responsibilities
- SAP Architecture & Functional Leadership
- Design and oversee end-to-end SAP S4 architecture across modules (FI, CO, MM, SD, HR, BW, etc.)
- Provide functional guidance and solutioning across SAP processes and banking-specific use cases
- Familiarity with S4 Hana tables and Data models along with configurations in FI CO Cash management. Concur and Ariba knowledge would be a bonus.
- Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and regulatory requirements
- Integration & Technical Oversight
- Experience in SAP integration strategy and functional specifications (SAP PI/PO, CPI, APIs, middleware)
- Collaborate with non-SAP systems (e.g., Front Office, data warehouses, fintech platforms)
- Ensure secure and scalable data flows across systems from transformation phases to production
- Analytics & Reporting
- Define and implement reporting solutions using SAP BW/4HANA, SAC, Datasphere, or embedded analytics
- Support regulatory and operational reporting needs, Familiarity with FIORI Apps
- Collaborate with data teams to ensure data quality and governance
- Testing & Quality Assurance
- Define SIT/UAT strategy and oversee execution
- Support defect triage and resolution across functional and technical teams
- Ensure traceability from requirements to test cases
- Client Engagement & Workshops
- Lead client workshops to gather requirements, present solutions, and drive consensus
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Act as a trusted advisor to client leadership and delivery teams
Skills & Experience
- Essential
- 10+ years SAP experience across multiple modules and project phases
- Strong understanding of SAP architecture, integration, and analytics
- Experience in banking or financial services domain
- Proven ability to lead workshops and engage with senior stakeholders
- Hands-on experience with SAP Cloud ALM, Solution Manager, or equivalent tools
- Desirable
- SAP certifications (e.g., SAP Architect, Integration, Analytics)
- Experience with agile delivery and DevOps in SAP environments
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing ability
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving orientation
- Adaptable and collaborative in cross-functional teams
We think you need these skills to ace Cross-Functional SAP Architect
SAP Architecture
Integration Architecture
Analytics/Reporting
SAP S4 HANA
FI/CO Cash Management
SAP PI/PO
CPI
