Job description

Requisition ID:  850943

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. 

 Senior Manager- Solution Architect

 The opportunity

Managed Services is a critical component of the EY NextWave strategy and a new area of growth for the firm. GMS is already a $6.4 Bn GTER business (FY21) globally, has a target of $7.2 Bn in FY22 and with plans to grow to > $11 Bn over the next few years. In order to meet this strategic objective we are undertaking a change in our operating model to enable our Areas (Americas, EMEIA, APAC) to have the right team in place for Managed Services pursuits.

At EY, our Global Managed Services is increasing focus on technology enabled platform Services.  As Solutions Architect, you will be expected to run workstreams as part of a complex pursuit and lead Core pursuits.  The role will focus on qualified client pursuits and include the design of business and technical solutions, transition and transformation plans and any ongoing development requirements. 

You will report to the Global Managed Services Area Solution Architect Leader and work closely with the other significant regional stakeholders as well as global delivery and enablement teams. 

 Your key responsibilities: 

Apply the existing Solution Architecture Framework and approach 

Lead on solution workstreams within the pursuit covering all aspects of people, process and technology

Design of target client solution (resourcing, location, technology, integration), transition and transformation program, based upon repeatable IP and assets

You will be required to work on complex pursuits with the Lead Solution Architect, peer workstream leaders and Service Line Subject Matter Resource

You will also be required to work on core pursuits, partner with pursuit leader and team

Provide input towards the design of a specific priority managed services offering over the development lifecycle with particular focus on delivery components necessary to deploy a viable solution for our clients 

Support the Managed Services Delivery Team with the transition and establishment of the managed services

Run training programs for potential managed services solution architect and offering leads

Capture knowledge to support pursuits 

Support the recruitment and development of solution talent into the Managed Services team

You will be required to make complex decisions over the appropriate solution for the client factoring delivery capabilities, available client data, advancements in technology and expected market developments. 

Lead due diligence exercises pre and post contract analyzing complex data to drive solution, risk and commercial decisions in the best interest of the client and the firm 

Currently the Solution Architect Senior Manager roles do not have any direct reports. However, this role is expected to lead pursuit teams who will comprise of cross service line teams as well as colleagues who they are likely to be managing on a day to day basis. Significant stakeholder management is needed, and the teams are likely to be of noteworthy size and scale

You will lead deal review board and associated governance checkpoints where you will advise on deals, potentially measured in multi-million dollars, will be assessed.

Your role will be key to the firm’s growth and as such you will be designing for market changing propositions that resonate with clients as well as shape the industry as a whole

To qualify for the role, you must have (Technical Skills and Knowledge)

Experience in developing integrated managed services solutions 

Demonstrated experience building client solutions that leverage and reuse existing assets and capabilities including alliances. 

Experience across Managed Services life cycle 

Problem solving skill, costing, technology-based solution with deals and offerings

10 to 15 years of industry experience 

Relevant degree: Engineering, Computer science, Business development

Industry knowledge across Technology, especially in IT outsourcing models, Cloud/Saas/Paas solutions and the role of IT in digital change

You will have core understanding of the big four and their got-to-market propositions

Experience across sectors especially Financial Services, Public Services, Telco and Media

Experience of commercial negotiation, business development and delivery

Client facing experience in terms of negotiation and presentation skills 

Experience of complex client requirements that you will be able to turn into comprehensible and simplified solution 

You may have certification in architecture degree such as TOGAF

Proficiency in Design Thinking and Agile Methodology

What We Look For

We’re interested in self-motivated individuals who can easily function in a high demand, performance-driven environment. In addition, we’re looking for people who recognize the accomplishments of the team before the individual and are sought after as people developers. If you’re passionate about problem-solving and helping our clients with some of their most complex issues, this role is for you.

What Working At EY Offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, we offer a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer

A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world

Excellent training and development prospects, both through established programs and on-the-job training 

An excellent team of senior colleagues, dedicated to managing and varying your workload 

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Join us in building a better working world. 

 EY, an equal employment opportunity employer (Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Disabled), values the diversity of our workforce and the knowledge of our people.

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