Overview
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We are supporting a large and complex organisation undergoing a significant period of digital transformation and service improvement. As part of this journey, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Solution Architect to help shape technology strategy, drive architectural best practice, and support the delivery of key business initiatives.
This is a highly visible role, working across multiple programmes and stakeholders to ensure technology solutions are aligned with organisational objectives and future business needs.
The Role
The successful candidate will play a key role in defining and maintaining solution architectures across a diverse technology landscape. Working closely with business and technical teams, you will provide architectural leadership, support strategic decision-making, and help ensure solutions are scalable, sustainable, and aligned to long-term objectives.
This position offers the opportunity to influence major transformation activity while promoting consistency, governance, and best practice across technology delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain solution architectures that support organisational strategy and business priorities.
* Work with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate these into effective technology solutions.
* Provide architectural guidance throughout the project and delivery lifecycle.
* Assess existing systems, processes, and capabilities, identifying opportunities for improvement and optimisation.
* Support the development of technology standards, governance processes, and architectural principles.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful solution design and implementation.
* Contribute to strategic planning and future-state technology roadmaps.
* Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and effective use of technology.
Essential Experience
* Demonstrable experience operating in a Solution Architect, Technical Architect, or similar architecture-focused role.
* Strong understanding of enterprise applications, business systems, and complex technology environments.
* Experience designing solutions that support business transformation and organisational change.
* Ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Experience producing high-quality architectural documentation and design artefacts.
* Understanding of architecture governance and best-practice design principles.
Desirable Experience
* Experience working within large, complex organisations.
* Exposure to enterprise architecture methodologies and structured design approaches.
* Relevant architecture, project delivery, or service management certifications.
* Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes.
What's on Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where architecture plays a central role in shaping future services and technology capabilities. You'll have the chance to influence strategic initiatives, work with a broad range of stakeholders, and contribute to meaningful transformation programmes.
For further information, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity in confidence.
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