Associate Business Design Architect

About the Role As a Business Design Architect, you will leverage your analytical rigour, structured design expertise, and stakeholder management skills to drive Thomson Reuters’ transformation. Working across functions (including commercial excellence, customer‑to‑cash, finance, enterprise architecture, sales, product, etc.), you’ll define future‑state business standards and assess how products and operations align with them. Your work will shape how Thomson Reuters evolves its commercial models, operational processes, and technology platforms to support strategic transformation. Core Focus Areas Apply analytical and critical thinking to evaluate complex business challenges, identify root causes, and develop data‑driven recommendations Design and document structured operational processes and business requirements using industry‑standard frameworks and methodologies Lead workshop facilitation and stakeholder engagement across all organisational levels to gather insights, build alignment, and drive decision‑making Manage project activities independently, ensuring alignment with broader programs and portfolios while keeping stakeholders informed and engaged Additional Responsibilities Develop high‑level business designs, including business requirements, process flows, and standardized definitions Conduct fit‑gap assessments to evaluate product and operational alignment with business standards, identifying gaps and recommending improvement opportunities Use critical thinking and industry best practices to manage ambiguity, challenge the current state, and drive continuous improvements Translate findings into actionable inputs for business design governance and strategic roadmaps Gather and analyse data to assess the impact and highlight the relevance of proposed changes Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to document decisions, track open items, and ensure alignment across workstreams Report key updates to the Business Architecture leadership team Act as a champion for high‑quality and consistent design activities and assessments across TR Establish, validate, and measure key metrics to track impacts and achieve intended business results Maintain and improve templates, trackers, and dashboards for design and assessment activities About You – Must‑Have Qualifications Exceptional analytical and critical thinking ability to synthesise complex information, identify patterns, challenge assumptions, and develop insights that drive strategic decisions Proven experience designing end‑to‑end business processes, conducting process mapping, and performing operational analysis in complex environments Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional initiatives, facilitating workshops with diverse audiences, and influencing senior stakeholders to achieve alignment and outcomes Additional Qualifications 6+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, business analysis, business architecture, or process improvement Proven ability to lead complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders Comfortable taking initiative and driving improvements independently in ambiguous situations Expert‑level proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word to create high‑quality analyses, presentations, and documentation Strong interest in business architecture, business design, and business transformation Experience with end‑to‑end commercial processes and platforms Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment Collaborative and team‑focused, with natural relationship‑development skills Experience working in a large software or business information company is a plus Benefits Hybrid Work Model – flexible hybrid working environment (2‑3 days a week in the office, depending on role) for office‑based roles Flexibility & Work‑Life Balance – Flex My Way policies, work from anywhere up to 8 weeks per year, and supportive workplace policies Career Development and Growth – continuous learning, Grow My Way programming, and skills‑first approach to develop leadership and tech capabilities Industry‑Competitive Benefits – comprehensive plans including flexible vacation, two company‑wide Mental Health Days off, Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs Inclusive Culture – award‑winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, guiding values (Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge Your Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, Stronger Together) Social Impact – two paid volunteer days off annually, pro‑bono consulting projects, and ESG initiatives Real‑World Impact – helping customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency worldwide Compensation For eligible U.S. locations, the base compensation range for this role is $99,400 – $184,600, inclusive of an annual bonus based on enterprise and individual performance. 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