Solution Architect Manager - UKI Digital Core

About the role

Accenture is recruiting a Solution Architect Manager (Senior level, full time, London) to lead the development of complex, multi-tower and multi-service transformation opportunities within the Solution Architecture & Planning team. The role covers UKI Digital Core offerings such as Managed Service Reinvention, Intelligent Infrastructure Services and custom and platform software development augmented with AI. The manager acts as subject matter expert and decision-maker on solutions spanning multiple teams and presents them to senior leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Translate client requirements into differentiated, deliverable solutions using knowledge of technology, function or platform.
• Work with Sales Pursuit and Delivery teams to shape winnable solutions that support the client value proposition and business case.
• Give strategic guidance so solution approaches align with client objectives and business goals.
• Lead cross-functional discussions to keep solution delivery cohesive and innovative.
• Explain complex technical concepts clearly and persuasively to stakeholders.
• Identify ways to improve solution effectiveness and efficiency.
• Champion best practice and raise quality standards within solution architecture and planning.

Required profile

• Advanced proficiency in Solution Planning, Costing and Pricing (required).
• Understanding of Agentic AI as a first design principle to unlock productivity benefits (standard requirement).
• Trained, practical proficiency in Application and Infrastructure Managed Services (recommended).
• Ability to act as a subject matter expert and influence key decisions across multiple teams.
• Flexibility and mobility, as the role may require time spent onsite with clients and partners.

Required skills

• Comfortable working across application and infrastructure technology environments.
• Solution planning, costing and pricing.
• Influencing and advisory skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and package depending on experience.
• Extensive benefits package including 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days off per year for charity.