Salesforce Solution Architect - Financial Services

Role Title:   Solution Architect - Salesforce   Financial Services   Location :   London, UK   Salary:   Competitive salary and package dependent on experience   Level:   Manager   Join Accenture Song , a fast-growing division dedicated to crafting transformative digital experiences at scale. As part of the Salesforce Business Group you’ll support a portfolio of client across all sectors, helping leading organizations thrive by combining creativity, data-driven insights, and cutting-edge technology. Grow alongside our global network of talent, and help drive impactful change for some of the world’s most mission-driven institutions.   About the Accenture Salesforce Business Group:    Accenture has   established   a global commitment to Salesforce called the Salesforce Business Group (SFBG); a focused executive-level effort between Salesforce and Accenture, to turbo-charge our joint business, and deliver outstanding customer experiences for our clients. You will be part of an exciting environment – we have the energy and pace of a start-up, merged with the stability of a well established Salesforce capability. Accenture has been delivering Salesforce-powered transformation for over 15 years. The Accenture Salesforce Business Group exists to help our clients create the best customer and employee experiences on the planet.  We do this by   leveraging   the best aspects of our deep knowledge of how to modernise organisations' selling, service and operational functions across all key industries.  With deep knowledge of the power of Salesforce’s multiple cloud offerings, we help clients transform their employee and customer experiences.  We believe that for organisations to be digital on the outside they must first optimise how they run their business with a clean digital core on which to conduct their operations. As a major global user of Salesforce ourselves we lead by example and are   a great example   of how we have modernised our sales,   forecasting   and commercial governance with Salesforce tools.   If   you’re   looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be your role.   As   part of our global team,   you'll   be working with   cutting-edge   technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job.     What we are looking for:   A Solution Architect speciali s ing in Salesforce   within the Financial Services sector . Ideally you will have a strong background in   either   insurance (P&C, H ealth ) , banking or wealth   / investments   and experience of how to   leverage   Salesforce for value   in these sectors .   You   will   know how to use Salesforce to creatively design,   explain,   prototype and implement solutions for your client’s unique challenges.     This is a lead role   and requires   strong consulting behaviours,   deep understanding of   an   industry   vertical   and the ability to design and implement innovative solutions on Salesforce that meet our clients' needs.    You will be passionate   about being   part of   our   Salesforce Financial Services community and   be a steward of our team .      As a   Solution Architect , you will:    Articulate the solution to sta ke holders an and   demonstrate   effective   objective   handling.   Design and implement Salesforce   solutions using   Industries   &   Financial Services Cloud (FSC)   for   wealth   management and investment   clients.   Lead client stakeholders to gather process and translate them into technical solutions.   Develop your leadership and consulting skills whilst delivering Salesforce at scale, to deliver measurable client value in some of the most dynamic and challenging environments   Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices.   Keep informed about the latest Salesforce   Financial Services   features and updates by engaging with Salesforce.   Gain   additional   skills in solution ing , project management and client engagement through practical experience and training. Embed AI into your thinking when   building   out industry solutions   We are looking for experience in the following skills:     Salesforce Industries   or Financial Services Cloud   Proven   track record   of successful Salesforce   implementations   in financial services organisations .   P roven hands-on experience   leading   technical engagements through   architecting, designing, building, and delivering integrated solutions on Salesforce.    Addressing key architecture concerns (scalability, performance, security, availability, etc.) in the context of Salesforce. Excellent communication (written and oral), presentation skills, interpersonal skills, and management skills.   A background in consulting or leading teams i s   required . Relevant Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Application Architect, Salesforce Certified Platform Developer,   Agentforce   Specialist ).   Set yourself apart:    ​ Industry-specific knowledge and experience   leveraging   leading Salesforce and ecosystem industry solutions   Understand and articulate   how   Agentforce   and AI is   effecting   Financial Service   and how   you’ve   used AI to   deliver   value.   Salesforce Application Architect, System   Architect   or   equivalent industry   Architect certifications   Pre-sales solution architecture experience (including solution shaping, and delivery estimation and planning)   is highly regarded ​ Active Salesforce community participation and contributions.   ​ Industry specific knowledge in Financial Services   What’s in it for you: Our Total Rewards consist of a competitive basic salary, annual performance bonus, opportunities to acquire equity and a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits. These include perks such as: Up to 30 days of leave to spend each year p