Enterprise Architect
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full time
Working Hours
35 hours per week
Salary
£75,000 to £85,000 subjected to knowledge, skills and experience
Location Options
Birmingham with part of the week working from home
Function Type
Corporate Functions (HR, Finance, Project Management, IT, Risk and Audit)
The team
As a key member of the wider IT Planning & Architecture team you will collaborate with senior stakeholders, solution architecture teams, and various IT and business areas to deliver high-quality enterprise solutions. As a dynamic and forward-thinking team within the SRA, we integrate projects and programmes aligning with our business strategy. We are committed to continuous improvement and leveraging modern technology to drive business success.
The role
The Enterprise Architect (EA) helps to set the direction, and establishes the approach, for integrating information systems, data and programmes. In this role, you will develop, coordinate, communicate, maintain, catalogue, collaborate and encourage the use of Enterprise Architecture patterns. You'll provide expertise and advice on Enterprise Architecture issues, ensuring that solution designs deliver against business strategies and that future technology solutions adhere to agreed architectural principles.
Your responsibilities will include helping to develop strategic architecture roadmaps, improving Architectural governance, and providing guidance to solution architecture providers both internal and 3rd party's. You will cultivate and influence key business stakeholders, establishing yourself as a trusted and knowledgeable advisor able to translate complex technology solutions into clear, concise, layman's language.
What it is in it for you
* Influence and shape new business technology initiatives, driving innovation and transformation
* Work in a supportive and inclusive environment where your expertise is valued
* Make significant impact towards the SRA's strategic vision
* Access continuous learning and development opportunities to stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices
* Be recognized as a trusted advisor and partner, pragmatically championing Enterprise Architecture good practice
* Lead and innovate within a collaborative and diverse team, blending strategic thinking with practical and pragmatic application.
* A range of company benefits.
What we are looking for:
* Solid experience working as an Enterprise Architect
* A practical understanding of the impact of different business models and processes on the Enterprise Architecture, how architecture can support/enable business value
* Expertise in developing Architectures that meet business timeframes and outcomes
* Ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
* Able to plan complex interventions and project work over a significant period of time into the future and possess the ability to manage shifting priorities effectively
* Strategic thinker and problem solver, a confident decision maker, comfortable with accountability at a senior level.
Useful and additional information
There is a full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert on our website.
This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Birmingham office 1 to 2 days a week, and from home the rest of the week.
If you have any questions that aren't in this advert or on our website, please contact us via: recruitment@sra.org.uk
To apply
Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and a one page cover letter, addressing how you meet the essential requirements outlined in this advert and the attached role profile.
To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages .
Closing date for applications is 5 January 2026 at 23:59. Shortlisting and interview process will take place during mid January 2026.
We encourage any interested applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may choose to close the application early if sufficient quality applications are received.
Essential
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:
• Solid experience working as an Enterprise Architect
• A practical understanding of the impact of different business models and processes on the Enterprise Architecture, how architecture can support/enable business value
• Expertise in developing Architectures that meet business timeframes and outcomes
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Able to plan complex interventions and project work over a significant period of time into the future and possess the ability to manage shifting priorities effectively
• Strategic thinker and problem solver, a confident decision maker, comfortable with accountability at a senior level.
The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, protecting consumers and supporting the rule of law and the administration of justice. We do this by overseeing all education and training requirements necessary to practise as a solicitor, licensing individuals and firms to practise, setting the standards of the profession and regulating and enforcing compliance against these standards.
We offer an inclusive, supportive and friendly working environment and the chance to develop your career within a professional organisation. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of staff, helping everyone to strike a good balance between personal and professional life.
Additionally, we provide a generous flexible benefits package, an excellent defined contribution pension scheme and an additional 3% of annual basic salary upon successful completion of probation.
Attached Role Profile
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Vacancy closing date: 05/01/2026, 23:55
The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do. We are actively committed to promoting and participating in good practice in the way that we attract, recruit and retain staff.
Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work because we appreciate the value that a truly diverse workforce brings to an organisation. We celebrate difference, recognising the benefits this brings to our inclusive culture, including age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background.