Lead Sector Architect (Insurance)
Location: London (Hybrid)
A leading global technology and consulting organisation is looking for a Lead Enterprise Architect to drive innovation and digital transformation across the insurance sector. This senior client‑facing role blends enterprise architecture, technology leadership, and strategic advisory; helping major insurers reimagine how data, cloud, and AI enable business growth and resilience.
Responsibilities
* Define and deliver end‑to‑end architecture strategies across digital, data, and cloud platforms.
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including C‑suite executives, shaping technology‑driven change.
* Lead multi‑disciplinary architecture teams delivering complex transformation programmes.
* Guide the design of North Star architectures for cloud modernisation, M&A integration, and ESG‑driven initiatives.
* Partner with hyperscalers and vendors to develop sector‑specific solutions and accelerators.
Skills & Experience
* 10+ years in enterprise or solution architecture, ideally within Insurance or Financial Services.
* Proven background in delivering large‑scale, tech‑enabled transformations for Tier‑1 clients.
* Strong knowledge of cloud, data, AI, and integration architectures.
* Familiarity with leading insurance platforms such as Guidewire or Salesforce Financial Services Cloud.
* Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks including Solvency UK and FCA Consumer Duty.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable: Architecture certifications (TOGAF, SAFe), vendor certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP), and experience mentoring architecture teams.
Why Apply
Join a globally recognised consultancy where architecture is central to transformation. You’ll lead cutting‑edge programmes across the insurance industry, shaping technology strategy for market‑leading clients while mentoring high‑performing teams in an environment that values innovation and autonomy.
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