Job Profile
We’re looking for an experienced Enterprise Solution Architect to play a key role across major technology programmes.
This position sits at the centre of business and technology, acting as a trusted advisor to project teams, technical specialists, and operational stakeholders. You’ll be responsible for shaping enterprise-wide solutions, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned to long-term strategic goals.
You’ll work closely with Cyber Security, Service Operations, Data Services, and engineering teams to ensure smooth delivery from design through to live support. A key part of the role is translating complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
* Lead the end-to-end architectural design of enterprise solutions across large-scale programmes
* Define and maintain architecture principles, standards, patterns, and guardrails
* Produce high-level designs, detailed technical architectures, and strategic roadmaps
* Evaluate solution options and provide clear, structured recommendations to senior stakeholders
* Act as a trusted advisor to both technical and non-technical audiences
* Support procurement activities, including vendor selection and technical assessments
* Collaborate across Cyber Security, Data, Service Operations, and Engineering teams
* Act as a senior member of Technical Design Authority (TDA) and governance forums
* Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and supportable in live environments
Skills
Core Experience
* Proven experience in a senior architecture role, leading enterprise-level solutions
* Strong background across Data, Integration, and Enterprise Applications
* Deep expertise in:
* Data Architecture
* Data Modelling
* Data Governance
* Data Platform Design
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Technical Environment
* Microsoft Azure
* AI technologies (e.g. Copilot)
* SharePoint
* Oracle HR systems (desirable)
Desirable
* Experience leading architecture on data platform, analytics, or AI programmes
* Exposure to Finance ERP systems (e.g. Dynamics 365 Finance, SAP, Oracle, Unit4)
* Understanding of DevOps / DevSecOps and cloud-native practices
* Experience mentoring and developing technical teams
* Knowledge of:
* Zero Trust security
* Cloud governance
* IT operating models