Salesforce Solution Architect

We are looking for an experienced Salesforce Solution Architect to take on a key role with a UK Public Sector client. This role requires a strong foundation in Salesforce CRM architecture and related solution ecosystem, coupled with extensive consultancy experience in shaping and defining solutions for clients. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional all-round consultancy skills and be experienced in working alongside client programme, business and architecture teams.

As a Salesforce Solution Architect, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the client’s stakeholder understanding of Salesforce features and options, plus taking a lead role in interfacing with Salesforce consultants to assure architecture options and decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage with diverse stakeholders, and drive architectural excellence across a spectrum of projects to help the client navigate complex digital transformation and achieve their strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Review and assurance of Salesforce solution architectures, aligning with clients' goals and strategies.
• Collaborate with client and supplier ecosystem, identifying opportunities for improvement and proposing and evaluating architecture options.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Apply architecture principles, standards, and best practices for Salesforce and digital solution delivery.
• Lead workshops and discussions to effectively communicate architecture and technical concepts.

About you

• Experience as a Salesforce Solution Architect, within a consultancy environment, working on diverse projects for clients of various industries and sizes.
• Direct experience in the following specific Salesforce solution areas: CRM including Flow and Apex capabilities, CRM data models, API design and implementation (ideally using MuleSoft), DevOps Tooling e.g. Gearset, Copado, Security and access controls.
• General experience in developing cross-domain architectures to deliver strategic organisation change and digital transformation using cloud services, data platforms and modern workplace technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders, business leaders, and technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience of working in UK Public Sector – candidates should have recent SC-level clearance.
• Ability for occasional travel for workshops/meetings involving an overnight stay in London area or Liverpool.

What we look for in our people

• Strong alignment with our values and ethos.
• Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success.
• Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dedication to excellence and quality.

Who are we?

Founded in 2012, we are a Consulting Services and a leading enterprise-level digital evolution and cyber security consultancy. We enable peak performance, cultural cohesion and business growth through technology by adopting a comprehensive approach to strategy and creating viable, sustainable, and resilient digital futures for organisations and their teams.

At the heart of everything we do is our unwavering commitment to the evolution of organisations and their people. We work in partnership with our clients, helping them to become responsive, engaged and supremely equipped for a successful future, blending high-quality business and technology delivery with a dedication to exceptional client experience.

Behind this commitment is a dedicated employee-first strategy, built around our organisation’s core values. We are proud to be a multi award-winning workplace, most notably recognised by Best Companies™ as #1 Best Company To Work For in the UK, Tech and the South East in 2023.

We are ISO27001 and ISO9001 Certified by UKAS. We are also a CREST approved penetration testing and SOC company, IASME Cyber Essentials Certification body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.

Why work for us?

We are committed to providing:

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career.
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of.
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience.
• Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results.
• Industry leading coaching and mentoring.
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Equal and Fair Opportunity

An equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all suitable candidates. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.