Business Architect role at Liverpool City Council
Overview
Liverpool City Council is implementing an integrated ERP system that will transform Finance, Human Resources, and Payroll functions. The ERP will be built using Microsoft Dynamics for Finance and Resources, and MHR i-Trent for HR and Payroll. A team of experts is required to work with EY to deliver the integrated solution and to shape how we work to deliver the best outcomes for staff and residents. The Business Architect will own the design of the future ERP solution and support Council leadership and functional teams to position and deliver the transformation.
Responsibilities
* Lead the overall design workstream for the ERP transformation and ensure adopt-not-adapt principles wherever possible.
* Collaborate with HR & Payroll, Finance & Procurement leads to facilitate key design decisions across the business.
* Guide the Council to understand the impact of decisions and support leadership in decision-making related to the design and implementation.
* Work in partnership with internal subject matter experts and EY to shape the future of how we work.
Qualifications / Experience
* Minimum of 3 ERP transformation programmes delivered, with leadership experience in senior roles.
Contract and Role Details
This role is fixed term to own the design of the future ERP solution and to support the council through the transformation. End date: 30 April 2027.
Offer and Benefits
* At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
* Agile working with a Flexibility First approach
* Local Government Pension Scheme with option to join AVC Scheme
* Progression and training through a wide range of learning
* Health and Wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
* Salary sacrifice car lease scheme (Drive Time)
* Family-friendly policies with enhanced leave
* Discounted Gym Memberships
* Employee Volunteering Scheme
Next steps
Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 15th and Monday 22nd September 2025
Interview date: W/C Monday 22nd September 2025
Interview type: Face to Face competency-based interview
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Design
Industries
* Government Administration
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