Job Description
Looking for a role where your work truly matters? Join us and help build safer, stronger communities across the three counties we serve.
The main purpose of the Solution Architect is to be responsible for the efficient and effective design of new ICT service solutions that meet the needs of West Mercia Police.
The role will be responsible for transforming requirements and proposals from the business into new service solution or existing service improvement designs as a member of the Solution Delivery Team, enabling their evaluation review by internal stakeholders, go-ahead approval on proposals by internal sponsors, and delivery by internal or external teams to the required standards.
* The Solution Architect role is an office based role
* This is a CV only process
* Candidates must have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years to meet the vetting level required for the post
The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Monday 5th January 2026
Why work for us?
* 28 days Annual leave (increasing to 33 after 5 years service) + bank holidays.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Health and wellbeing, occupational health services, staff network and an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Police Mutual, affordable private healthcare and other savings.
* Gym membership discounts.
* Discounts on Electric Vehicles and Cycle to work scheme.
* Register for a Blue light card – over 15,000 discounts from large national retailers.
To read more about the added benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police, please go to our website.
* We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.
* We are also happy to talk flexible working where it is suitable for the role.
If you require any support to complete your application or you have any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01905 718444 (press option 1 then 5) or email BOC.staff.recruitment.team@westmercia.police.uk (internally please use myBop)
Internal applicants who are in need of redeployment will be offered positions ahead of other candidates, subject to them passing a selection process.
We know that people from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. We don’t want that to be a barrier for suitable candidates. If you meet the majority of the criteria and are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
*Photo ID will be required at interview so please follow this link if you do not have a photo driving licence or passport (can be expired)