SAP Solution Architect

Senior SAP Solution Architect at Penguin Random House UK, driving integrated SAP solutions within a fast-changing ERP landscape. You will shape and govern solution architecture across SAP domains, with a focus on S/4HANA migration and API-first integration. You’ll collaborate across SAP, Finance and Technology to deliver durable, business-ready outcomes. The role blends technical leadership with commercial thinking, offering a chance to influence strategic technology decisions in a collaborative culture.

• salary up to 90,000
• generous bonus scheme
• benefits
• hybrid working
• London office (Embassy Gardens)
• travel to Frating, Colchester occasionally

• Guide the S/4HANA migration programme with architecture expertise
• Collaborate with SAP Functional and Technical teams to set standards for SAP and the Finance Centre of Excellence
• Own the design of SAP APIs (RESTful/OData) for core objects via SAP BTP, ensuring resilience for migration to S/4HANA
• Partner with Integration Services to drive an API-first approach
• Assess requirements and define high-level solution designs aligned with governance
• Own architecture integrity and technical quality to meet requirements and standards
• Identify risks and gaps, propose mitigations throughout design and delivery
• Develop high-level architecture models for components, data flows, deployment and integration
• Support project planning with Project Managers and Analysts (resources, costs, delivery estimates)
• Define non-functional criteria and verify designs meet IT standards
• Build cross-functional relationships and provide technical leadership throughout the programme
• Keep up-to-date with SAP technologies and identify value for PRH UK

• Strong SAP experience with core Finance and back-office processes (AP, Customer Services, Credit Services)
• Proven solution architecture and design experience across multiple platforms
• Experience designing and delivering RESTful/OData APIs over SAP ECC or S/4HANA using SAP BTP (Integration Suite, API Management) or equivalent
• Understanding API-led integration and stable, versioned interfaces
• Experience supporting or leading an SAP S/4HANA migration in a complex, integrated environment
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into practical technical solutions
• Collaborative work style with SAP Functional/Technical teams and wider stakeholders
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management, capable of presenting to senior leaders
• Strong influencing, facilitation and negotiation skills
• Experience in a large, matrix organisation with a One Team mindset
• Proactive, pragmatic problem-solving and adaptability to evolving priorities
• Eligibility to work in the UK and commuting distance to London Embassy Gardens

• Communication
• Stakeholder management
• Influencing and negotiation
• SAP S/4HANA migration experience
• SAP ECC knowledge
• RESTful APIs and OData