Are you ready to chart your own career path? With our refreshed strategy, we’re building on our rich heritage and transforming our business to be more scalable and efficient, unlocking the capabilities needed for future success. This includes significantly investing in technology, streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged, empowered and accountable; where they can show up, speak up and perform – because we believe in the difference our work makes.
At a glance
* Location: Cirencester Office
* Workplace Type: Hybrid
* Employment Type: Permanent
* Seniority: Mid‑Senior Level
The ERP Platform team, part of the Platforms and Delivery Division, is responsible for managing and maintaining SJP’s Unit4 ERP system, deployed in a SaaS model. The team ensures smooth operation of system processes, automations, interfaces, and handles Unit4 upgrades, governance and compliance activities. Its primary focus is delivering a backlog of continuous improvement enhancements and critical changes, while collaborating with Unit4 partners and third parties on larger‑scale initiatives, covering design, build and testing activities.
ERP Development and Reporting Consultant
The ERP Development and Reporting Consultant is pivotal in shaping and optimising our Unit4 ERP environment. Acting as a subject‑matter expert for core modules, you will provide advanced reporting expertise across tools such as Report Engine, Info Browsers, dashboards and workspaces.
What you’ll be doing
* Configuring and designing solutions across multiple Unit4 ERP modules
* Promoting best practice within the team using our service delivery system to supplement our internal change management process
* Managing internal and external stakeholders including Unit4, Unit4 partners and heads of business departments; providing reporting updates and prioritising actions feeding into project plans
* Resource planning and management of internal and external development resources across multiple programmes
* Leading and assisting report development and larger‑scale Request for Change (RFCs)
* Supporting the change management process for RFCs and project developments following agreed project lifecycle and change management methodology
* Engaging with the ERP Management team to communicate risks, issues and priorities
* Interpreting requirements and challenging business rationale where appropriate
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for an experienced Unit4 subject‑matter expert who can demonstrate a proven track record across a diverse range of ERP change requests and projects.
Essential Criteria
* Experience of designing and implementing complex solutions using the Unit4 ERP product and delivering business and systems consultancy
* Ability to design and implement advanced solutions across a broad range of Unit4 ERP modules, with particular focus on Financials, Logistics and Common
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills combined with experience of managing stakeholder relationships across different levels
* Thorough knowledge and experience of Unit4 reporting tools and data structures including Report Engine, Info Browsers, dashboards and workspaces
* Proficiency in the use of SQL in reporting, alerting and automation
Desirable Criteria
* Good familiarity with Unit4 API and automation techniques
* Familiarity with Unit4 public APIs and Extension Kit
Special Requirements
* Some business travel may be necessary
What’s in it for you
We reward you for the work you do, whether that’s through our discretionary annual bonus scheme that reflects both personal and company performance, competitive annual leave allowance (28 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days), or an online rewards platform with a variety of discounts. We also have benefits to support whatever stage of life you are in, including:
* Competitive parental leave (26 weeks full pay)
* Private medical insurance (optional taxable benefit)
* 10% non‑contributory pension (increasing with length of service)
Reasonable Adjustments
We’re an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all. If you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at careers@sjp.co.uk.
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