Here at VMO2 we are currently on the lookout for an experienced, capable and motivated Anaplan Solution Architect to join the Data Planning Team, building Anaplan models for our Finance partners! We are on a mission to transform Virgin Media O2s planning and forecasting processes through building driver-based forecasting models in Anaplan, as part of the overall Data Democratisation Transformation programmeThey will equip team members with insightful projections of future outcomes and a clearer understanding of the performance drivers behind key business KPIs across the company''s PandL. Empowering stakeholders with self-service analytics, these models enable data-driven decision-making to enhance business value and performance, ultimately accelerating growth!Designing and building Anaplan models for several Finance use cases, helping stakeholders create more accurate and efficient forecasts that will support data-driven decision making to drive future business growthDefining the data requirements for Anaplan models and agreeing with data teams whether new data needs to be created to deliver Anaplan enhancementsBuild strategic partnerships with key Finance stakeholders to understand priorities and business context, to help develop use cases for Anaplan modelsBuilding a strong partnership with Anaplan to strengthen the value we provide to our stakeholdersThe UKs fastest broadband network. The nations best-loved mobile brand. Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. Proven track record of successfully driving digital transformation at pace in cross-functional environmentStrong data modelling skills with 3-5yrs experience building driver-based planning and forecasting models in Anaplan, which have been adopted and adding value to stakeholdersProven track record in presenting analysis and design options to senior stakeholders to guide business decisionsExperience building Anaplan models for Finance teams (e.g. Experience in promoting and maximising the value of agile ways of workingCompleted Anaplan Model Builder L1-3 and Solution Architect qualificationsBasic knowledge of other tooling such as Tableau, GCP and DBTtwo virtual rounds of interview which will be used to determine your technical capabilities and your cultural fit within the team.We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check.