Architecture Leader: Cloud Strategy & Transformation

Joinimagine; Guildford; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Allianz Technology UK Branch seeks a Head of Architecture to lead the Solution and Technical architecture teams across Allianz Commercial, Personal and Specialty. The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a proven track record in cloud transformations and governance.

The successful candidate will drive migration strategies toward cloud-native solutions, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and shape architectural roadmaps while ensuring alignment with

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior architecture role and leadership.
• Experience managing a team of architects or technical professionals.
• Liaise with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Familiar with AWS/Azure cloud offerings and multi-site deployments.
• Experience with COBIT/ITIL governance and cloud transformation.
• TOGAF certification or equivalent architectural framework knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Solution and Technical architecture teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align architecture with strategy.
• Develop architectural standards, guidelines, and roadmaps.
• Oversee design and implementation of architectural solutions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional verticals and project managers.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement, including AI-related approaches.

Skills

Leadership

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Mgmt

Cloud Literacy

AWS & Azure

TOGAF

Communication

Multi-site Design

ITIL/COBIT

Linux

Windows Server

Containerisation

Tools

Linux

Windows Server

Containerisation

Job description

Allianz Technology UK Branch seeks a Head of Architecture to lead the Solution and Technical architecture teams across Allianz Commercial, Personal and Specialty. The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a proven track record in cloud transformations and governance.

The successful candidate will drive migration strategies toward cloud-native solutions, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and shape architectural roadmaps while ensuring alignment with