Contract Assignment – FileNet Architect
Start Date:
October 2025
Location:
Leeds or Edinburgh, UK – (Hybrid) Twice a week in the office
Duration:
6 months (initially) – Potential extension until mid-2027
Daily Rate:
Market rates (Competitive - DoE)
Engagement Type:
Via PAYE
Working hours:
Core business hours with occasional out-of-hours support for large-scale initiatives
Must have the legal right to work in the UK, this role does not provide sponsorship.
The
FileNet Architect
will lead the design and governance of enterprise content management solutions across IBM FileNet P8. Working within a regulated financial services environment, you'll define architectural standards, oversee enterprise-wide ECM strategies, and ensure secure, scalable solutions aligned with long-term business objectives.
Responsibilities:
* Design and oversee IBM FileNet P8 ECM architecture, including email journaling, archiving, and compliance.
* Lead multi-year ECM initiatives, ensuring scalability, governance, and regulatory alignment.
* Provide architectural guidance for third-party integrations and compliance frameworks.
* Develop technical standards, reference architectures, and best practices.
* Collaborate with business, infrastructure, and cybersecurity stakeholders.
* Ensure operational resilience and security of ECM platforms.
* Drive continuous improvement in ECM governance and architectural processes.
Required Skills & Experience:
* 5+ years' experience as a FileNet Architect or senior ECM solution designer.
* Expertise in IBM FileNet P8 architecture and enterprise solution design.
* Strong background in ECM strategy, standards, and governance.
* Proven experience leading large-scale ECM initiatives and migrations.
* Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks.
* Skilled in JIRA, Confluence, and Agile/SAFe delivery methods.
* Ability to define and enforce technical standards and best practices.
Useful but Not Essential:
* IBM Datacap knowledge.
* Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) for ECM deployments.
* Records management and retention expertise.
* Familiarity with BI/reporting tools integrated with FileNet.
* Knowledge of DevOps practices and containerisation for lifecycle management.