General Information
Location: Dublin / Cork
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes
Business Area: UKI Tech consulting
Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent
At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you, we are counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
EY have a number of career opportunities available, and we are interested in meeting candidates who are looking for a new challenge, one where you can develop your range of skills significantly. Be that a move out of industry into practice, or from within practice into advisory services. We are looking for future leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. Our opportunities will allow you to apply your expertise to a variety of projects whilst offering you excellent career progression opportunities.
The Team and the opportunity
Our SAP practice is experiencing an exciting period of growth. We are interested in hearing from experienced SAP professionals who would like to take their careers to the next level.
EY's global SAP practice now totals more than 26,000+ dedicated SAP professionals in over 150 countries and we are investing heavily in S/4HANA, Ariba, IBP, SuccessFactors, Concur, GTS, SCP, and other new SAP solutions. We are helping our clients to tackle their most difficult challenges by implementing SAP solutions that enable business transformation and deliver real value for our clients. We operate local and remote teams across multiple locations, we design and build global solutions with variations to meet local requirements and we deploy these in ways that maximize value for our clients. We are recruiting for a large global SAP S/4HANA implementation being delivered from Dublin.
Amongst a variety of exciting career opportunities available within our SAP practice, we are seeking an experienced SAP Technical Architect at Manager / Senior Manager level to join our Dublin SAP team.
As a Manager in EY, you will become a key member of our SAP team. Your role will be focused primarily on managing the delivery of technical SAP services to large implementations of SAP S/4HANA. A secondary focus will be on the broader development of the SAP Technical practice within our SAP competency. In this role, you will help develop high-performing individuals and teams, leading and supporting them to deliver exceptional client services.
You will play a key role in developing new and strengthening existing client relationships through the delivery of business development, implementation, and support services. Our clients work across many different industries. EY also has a heavy focus on the development of new SAP assets and tools and this role will get to help shape the innovative culture that makes EY such a great place to work.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the delivery of technical services (Infrastructure, cloud hosting, SAP Basis, SAP BTP, SAP Environment Planning & Management, Solution Manager, etc…) in support of the implementation of SAP solutions, including S/4HANA, for Irish and major global clients based out of Ireland. Proficiency
- Proficiency in cloud and on-premises infrastructure, virtualization, and cloud migration. Knowledge of cloud platforms (SAP BTP, AWS, Azure), hybrid architecture models, and SAP Basis administration.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud strategies, including SAP Business Technology Platform and cloud-to-cloud integrations. Expertise in SAP S/4HANA Cloud, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), and hybrid cloud solutions, as well as cloud security practices. Solid understanding of SAP’s Cloud and Service strategies like S/4HANA Private vs. Public Cloud, SAP RISE, and SAP Grow.
- Supporting the delivery team – ensuring they can realise the technical landscape through a combination of direct involvement and mentoring.
- Apply large scale SAP Technical experience (including BASIS, ABAP, Security, and Integration), providing clarity in the mitigation of the impact of the design on the clients existing solutions.
- Understanding of the SAP Clean Core paradigm, SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, ABAP, and customization within SAP’s development framework. Proficiency in SAP development tools (e.g., Web IDE, Eclipse), extension concepts, and methodologies such as DevOps and CI/CD.
- Collaborate with IT leadership to align SAP technical strategies with overall IT and business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements in all SAP implementations.
- Capable of producing formal design governance papers on major technical architecture decisions and then presenting confidently on the same.
- Developing an infrastructure strategy for a client, either greenfield or transition from on-premise to cloud.
- Capable of developing a Technical Architecture design document, including SAP Environment Strategy and Plan
- Proficiency in SAP’s ALM solutions, such as SAP Solution Manager, SAP Cloud ALM, and Focused Build for SAP Solution Manager. Knowledge of configuration and integration of these tools, understanding of their role in incident management, change management, and deployment. Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA deployment options and extensions (on-premise, cloud, hybrid).
- Delivering compelling and confident presentations across client pursuits and external/internal events, building eminence.
- Expert advisor executing technical impact analysis of major changes of an existing SAP solution (opportunity studies, S/4HANA Roadmap, Cloud migration, SAP PaaS / SaaS services, etc.)
- Review and integrate all application requirements, including functional, security, integration, performance, quality and operations requirements.
- Critical client-facing role that interprets and translates client requirements into a technology solution that can be configured from a standard set of offerings.
- Responsible to demonstrate proof of concepts on different SAP solutions to the clients and involve in pre-sales.
- Learning about accelerators such as SAP Model Company or EY’s Pre-Configured Industry Solutions for potential use as design accelerators on client engagements.
Skills and Attributes for Success:
To excel in this role, you should have:
- A Third Level qualification in Technology, Engineering, Business or a related discipline
- SAP, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform certifications preferred.
- Proficiency SAP LeanIX, SAP Signavio expertise, Cloud ALM and TOGAF certification are ideal success criteria for this role.
- A minimum of 10+ years’ experience in SAP projects in a Consulting or similar external client facing environment in a program/project management role.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) level knowledge and technical knowledge in SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, SAP MDG, SAP BW - BOBJ, SAP GRC (AC/PC) and other SAP NetWeaver based solutions.
- Experience with, or demonstrable understanding of SAP RISE, S/4HANA best practice processes, key benefits, and implementation scenarios.
- In-depth knowledge of SAP technical architecture, ABAP programming, SAP Fiori, SAP HANA, and integration technologies.
- Experience in SAP SaaS Solutions such as BTP, CPI, Ariba, SAC, BAS products are preferred.
- Knowledge of Non-SAP Solutions such as Kofax, Readsoft, Qlik, Datavard, Tricentis etc. are preferred.
- Essential to have experience in SAP Cloud Solutions Technical Presales with Real-Life Solutions involving SAP Hardware Sizing and SAP Landscape Designing.
- Experience in HA and DR setup for HANA system and other databases.
- Must demonstrate a complete understanding of SAP HANA, Basis and Public cloud Infrastructure principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
- Must have a strong, demonstrated commitment to customer service and be committed to pro-active review of processes and procedures to continually enhance service quality, service delivery and support.
- Candidate must have strong problem-solving skills, be self-directed and capable of working with minimal supervision.
- Strong ability to lead, mentor and motivate teams, adopting a collaborative and supportive approach.
- Proven ability to build and leverage relationships with senior level clients.
- Proven success in delivery of large and complex SAP programmes.
What We Look For:
We are looking for candidates who are:
- Innovative and agile, with a purpose-driven mindset.
- Inclusive and able to work effectively in diverse teams.
- Passionate about technology and eager to learn and grow.
- Client-focused, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service.
What We Offer You:
At EY, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where you can thrive. You'll have access to:
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion.
- The chance to work on exciting projects with leading clients.
- Comprehensive benefits and compensation packages.
What working at EY offers
We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:
- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.
All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:
- Pension
- Maternity & Paternity leave
- Discounted health insurance
- Bike to work Scheme
- Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
- Recognition Awards
- The purchase of additional annual leave
- Cash incentives for referrals
- Hybrid Working
- Work Mobile
- Free Gym membership
- TECH MBA paid by EY
- Travel Pass
- Wellness rooms Available in some offices
EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.
Career Progression
- When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
- Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
- We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
Inclusion & Diversity
We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is central to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.
We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
Join us in building a better working world. That’s Why, EY.
Apply now.
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