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 15 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary: We are seeking a Senior Manager – Advisory Led Delivery Transformation with 12+ 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 shape and deliver strategic roadmaps for clients at the CXO level. Roles & Responsibilities: • Lead IT Strategy & Technology Consulting (TC) 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) • Develop, Shape & Execute Enterprise IT Strategy by evaluating business value, technology maturity, industry benchmarks, and risk assessments. • 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. • Drive and manage high-value consulting engagements across geographies, ensuring stakeholder alignment, CXO-level conversations, and delivery excellence. • Provide strategic advisory and delivery oversight in Enterprise Architecture, Application Strategy, Application Rationalization/Decommissioning, IT4IT-aligned transformations, and Service Management optimization. • Demonstrate strong understanding of IT Operating Models, EA practices, and cross-industry technology landscapes 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 • Hands-on 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. • Strong executive presence with the ability to engage and influence CXOs, senior business leaders, and multi-level stakeholders across geographies. • Exceptional communication, articulation, and presentation skills—able to translate complex technology into clear business language. • Demonstrated leadership and 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. • Ability to drive collaboration across client and internal teams, balancing strategic priorities with execution excellence. • High degree of adaptability, critical thinking, and problem-solving to navigate ambiguity in large-scale transformation programs. • Proven change management and organizational influence skills to drive adoption of new tools, operating models, and digital ways of working. • Excellent time management, prioritization, and multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced consulting environment. Additional Information: - Experience: 12+ Years - Educational Qualification: B.Tech/BE/MCA + MBA/Executive MBA - MBA/Executive MBA from a reputed institution - Location: Any Location