Business Architect

Business Architect

Project Role : Business Architect
Project Role Description : Identify opportunities to deliver tangible business value by assessing the current state, capturing high-level requirements, and defining business solutions. Translate business needs into technology-enabled solutions and operating models. Support transformation by developing business cases and guiding implementation of key initiatives.
Must have skills : Business Technology
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary:
We are seeking a Manager – Advisory Led Delivery Transformation with 9+ years of experience in IT Strategy and Technology Consulting. The role demands a strong blend of advisory and delivery capabilities, with proven expertise in driving large-scale transformation programs across industries. The ideal candidate will have deep exposure to enterprise technology landscapes, emerging AI-driven operating models, with the ability to drive projects across the various offerings.

Roles & Responsibilities:
Lead delivery engagements across domains such as:
o Digital & Data Strategy (DDS)
o Automation Consulting
o Enterprise Architecture (EA) & Application Portfolio Rationalization (APR)
o Application Decommissioning
o Enterprise Tools Strategy
o ITSM Advisory
o Infrastructure & Cloud Strategy (ICS)
o Platform Consulting
o Information Security (IS)
Build detailed execution plans, cost to achieve and target architecture blueprint
Build business cases and financial models (including cost-benefit analysis and implementation roadmaps) to prioritize and drive client initiatives.
Advise clients on AI strategy—including Generative AI, Machine Learning, Intelligent Automation covering readiness assessment, governance, ethics, adoption frameworks, and integration into IT and business strategy.
Consult on agentic operating models leveraging autonomous systems to enhance enterprise decision-making, process efficiency, and transformation outcomes.
Demonstrate strong understanding of IT Operating Models, EA practices, and cross-industry technology landscapes.
Support upskilling and cross skilling of junior resources on the group to take up more responsibilities

Professional & Technical Skills:
Proven experience in IT/Digital Strategy, Tech Consulting, CIO Advisory, Enterprise Architecture and Application Rationalization, Enterprise Tools Strategy, Service Management Advisory within reputed consulting firms or equivalent environments.
Expertise in creating detailed execution plans, cost to achieve estimations and target architecture blueprints
Delivery expertise in application portfolio assessment, decommissioning, and modernization across industry domains.
Exposure to AI strategy consulting, including business adoption, governance, and operating model integration.
Understanding of agentic models/autonomous systems in enterprise and industry contexts.
Strong knowledge of data management, analytics, business intelligence, and enterprise IT systems.
Exposure to leading platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Azure, Google Cloud, AWS, Salesforce (SFDC) preferred.
Recognized certifications in Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF), IT4IT, Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2), Cloud, Data & Analytics, Automation are highly desirable.
Exceptional communication, articulation, and presentation skills—able to translate complex technology into clear business language.
Demonstrated people management skills, with the ability to coach, mentor, and build high-performing teams.
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution capabilities, ensuring alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.
High degree of adaptability, critical thinking, and problem-solving to navigate ambiguity in large-scale transformation programs.
Excellent time management, prioritization, and multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Additional Information:
- Educational Qualification: B.Tech/BE/MCA + MBA/Executive MBA
- MBA/Executive MBA from a reputed institution
- Location: Any Location
- Experience: 9+ Years