Were currently supporting a large transformation programme and are looking for an experienced Enterprise / Solution Architect with strong insurance domain expertise to join a major modernisation initiative.
This role focuses on shaping and governing enterprise and solution architecture across core insurance platforms, with a strong emphasis on Guidewire, API-first integration, and legacy modernisation.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Architecture
* Define and maintain enterprise and solution architectures across insurance domains (Policy, Billing, Claims, Underwriting).
* Create and maintain as-is and to-be architectures and transformation roadmaps aligned to business strategy.
* Establish, govern, and chair Architecture Review Boards, setting architectural standards, principles, and policies.
* Work closely with senior business stakeholders to ensure technology strategy aligns with product offerings and regulatory requirements.
Solution & Integration Architecture
* Design API-first, microservices-based integration solutions across core insurance platforms.
* Lead integrations between policy, billing, and claims systems (e.g. Guidewire) and internal/external platforms.
* Oversee the use of Guidewire Edge APIs, GX Models, Messaging Framework, and Integration Gateway.
* Support and lead data migration and legacy modernisation, ensuring smooth transition to modern insurance platforms.
Required Experience
* Strong background as an Enterprise or Solution Architect within insurance or financial services.
* Proven experience working across policy, claims, billing, and underwriting systems.
* Hands-on Guidewire architecture experience (Integration, Edge APIs, GX, Messaging).
* Strong understanding of API-led architecture, microservices, and integration patterns.
* Experience leading architecture governance and working with senior stakeholders.
* Background in legacy transformation and data migration programmes.
Nice to Have
* Experience on large-scale digital transformation programmes.
* Knowledge of insurance regulatory and compliance standards.
* Cloud platform exposure (AWS / Azure / GCP).
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