Enterprise Architect / Lead Technical Architect Rate - £750 Inside IR35 (Via umbrella) Duration - 6 months Location - Birmingham / Solihull (Once a week / 20% on site) We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to join a large-scale transformation programme. This is a hands-on leadership role working closely with business architects, business analysts, solution architects, delivery teams and senior stakeholders to shape and deliver critical technology outcomes. The Ideal Candidate You should bring: Extensive experience as a lead architect on large transformation programmes Proven ability to manage and deliver complex technology solutions within time, cost and quality targets Strong knowledge of the Financial Services Hands-on experience with Life & Pensions Policy Administration Systems and related front, middle and back-office applications Experience with platform migrations and/or upgrades Broad technical background with awareness of evolving technology trends and their business impact Industry experience across multiple technology domains, ideally including: Cloud infrastructure MS Azure integration 3rd party technology outsourcing Supplier management Desirable: expertise in TOGAF, Zachman or similar architecture frameworks The Person We're looking for someone who is: Hands-on, pragmatic and outcome-focused Shape the programme vision Strong in stakeholder management across all business levels Experienced in working with and managing external/outsourced technology providers Able to balance commercial and technical considerations under pressure A natural leader who can guide, steer and challenge solution architects and external teams Typical Deliverables & Accountabilities High-level solution design documentation Integration wiring diagrams and technical catalogues Transition states, architectural roadmaps, and sequencing Oversight and leadership of 3rd party solution architects Design authority participation (programme and enterprise level) Mapping business capability to technical solutions Guidance and governance for new system implementations Identification of strategic systems vs. those for retirement Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.