Job Title: Solutions Architect Department: IT Location: Caerphilly Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 benefits Role Overview The Solutions Architect is responsible for ensuring the integrity of business systems and data across a global research and development environment. This role is pivotal in aligning business processes with IT system solutions, managing change efficiently, and driving system-led improvements. The role involves working closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), cross-functional teams, and senior leadership to ensure systems support evolving business needs. Key Duties and Responsibilities Role-Specific Act as the key link between business operations and IT solutions Maintain overall system and business process integrity across platforms Provide final approval for system changes and oversee 3rd-party code management Deliver IT-enabled business change projects, including design, specification, and validation Ensure seamless integration between key business systems and maintain data consistency Build and maintain an active SME community to support best practice and innovation Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in systems and processes Lead cross-functional project teams and ensure alignment with business goals Manage and deliver IT workstreams, adapting plans throughout project lifecycles Support change through clear policies, structured training, and post-implementation reviews Monitor adherence to data processes and provide reporting where necessary Benchmark systems and processes across global sites and drive best-in-class standards Ensure IT activities are prioritised and aligned with strategic objectives Provide executive-level reporting and updates on system developments and performance Knowledge and Experience Previous experience in a similar role within a complex or multi-site environment Strong ERP knowledge essential (cross-platform experience preferred) Key Skills Required Strong project and time management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure Proactive, adaptable, and results-focused