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Practicus

Enterprise Solutions Architect

Hybrid

West yorkshire, United kingdom

£ 120,000 /year

Freelance

29-01-2026

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Skills

Leadership Incident Response Risk Management SAP CRM Architecture Solution Architecture Enterprise Architecture Integration Architecture

Job Specifications

Solutions & Enterprise Architect (ERP Programme)

Contract ( 12 months)

We’re supporting a major ERP transformation programme and are looking for an experienced Solutions & Enterprise Architect to act as the solution design authority across the programme.

This is a senior, hands-on architecture role where you’ll shape end-to-end ERP solutions, ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles, and embed security, resilience, and “fit-to-standard” thinking from day one.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for designing and governing the overall ERP solution architecture—covering applications, data, integrations, and infrastructure—ensuring it meets business objectives, integrates effectively with existing systems, and supports long-term scalability and a single source of truth.

Working closely with programme leadership, vendors, and business stakeholders, you’ll guide design decisions, resolve architectural conflicts, and ensure vendor solutions meet required standards for security, cloud resilience, and service continuity.

Key Responsibilities

Define and own the end-to-end ERP solution architecture
Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles and business strategy
Translate business requirements into robust, scalable technical solutions
Design and govern integrations with systems such as CRM, HRIS/HCM, legacy platforms, and MDM
Establish and enforce architectural standards, principles, and best practices
Act as design authority, managing design and data conflicts
Review and approve technical deliverables (configurations, customisations, extensions)
Embed security-by-design across application, data, and infrastructure layers
Define and support role-based access controls and permission models
Challenge and assure ERP/SI vendors on cloud resilience, data protection, and incident response
Integrate vendor assurance into programme governance and risk management

Skills & Experience (Essential)

Strong ERP architecture experience (ideally SAP S/4HANA)
Proven experience designing secure, scalable, high-performance ERP solutions
Deep understanding of application, data, and integration architecture in complex environments
Familiarity with TOGAF, Zachman, or similar architecture frameworks
Ability to lead and influence senior technical and business stakeholders
Experience managing vendors and holding them accountable for delivery and assurance
Strong understanding of security principles, access control models, and cloud resilience
Analytical, pragmatic, and confident challenging vendor solutions where required

Why Apply?

High-impact role on a strategic ERP transformation
Genuine architecture ownership and influence
Collaborative environment across business, IT, and vendors
Contract opportunity with immediate relevance and visibility

If you’re a senior ERP architect who enjoys shaping solutions, challenging assumptions, and embedding security and resilience into complex programmes, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Company

Practicus is a change and transformation business that provides three services: recruiting, consulting and advising. We specialise in interim management and permanent placements across multiple sectors, helping businesses and professionals navigate the complexities of change. We believe in building strong relationships based on trust, transparency, and communication. Let us help you navigate change and achieve your goals. Know more