Overview
Enterprise Architect (Contract)
Duration: 3 Months (Possibility for extension)
Location: Mainly Remote (Occasional visits to offices in Solihull, London & Hampshire)
Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates
Role Profile
Are you a visionary Enterprise Architect with a passion for technology and a knack for transforming complex challenges into innovative solutions? We are seeking a talented individual to join our dynamic team and lead the architectural strategy for our public sector bids.
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as the DDaT lead on strategic bids, defining the overall enterprise technology architecture and delivery roadmap.
* Collaborate with bid teams and business development teams to design technology solutions that align with business strategy and client requirements.
* Integrate multiple technology suppliers into a cohesive and coherent solution, ensuring compliance with standards and best practices.
* Work with Enterprise Architects to maintain alignment with architectural roadmaps and standards, ensuring solutions remain future-proof and scalable.
* Present solution designs, cost models, and technical strategies as part of the bid governance process.
* Support mobilisation teams in the implementation of winning bids, ensuring solutions are delivered as designed and effectively transition into live service.
* Provide expert guidance on complex technical issues and communicate IT strategies clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Skills & Experience
* Extensive experience in public sector bid development, with a proven track record of delivering integrated solutions involving multiple suppliers.
* A degree in an IT-related discipline or equivalent experience, with a strong understanding of modern enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud-based technologies (e.g., SaaS, Azure), and applications.
* Demonstrated ability to define and communicate technical solutions to business challenges effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities, capable of building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Note: Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.
Application Process
If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role, apply now to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team.
We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP; however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need more applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset.
About Pontoon
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.
Job Info
Job Title: Enterprise Architect (Contract)
Job Location: Remote with occasional visits to Solihull, London & Hampshire
Posted: Sep 12th 2025
Closes: Oct 13th 2025
Sector: Military, Emergency & Government
Contract: Contract
Hours: Full Time
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