Associate Architect – Process & Governance

Salt Digital Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Associate Architect for a contract role focusing on process and governance. You'll support architecture decision-making and ensure compliance with standards within a hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a good understanding of technology architecture. The role is based in Greater London and offers a rate of £500 per day.

Benefits

Laptop provided

6 month contract with potential extension

Qualifications

• Experience in architecture decision-making and approval processes.
• Knowledge of architectural principles, standards, and patterns.
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support architecture decision-making and approval processes.
• Ensure compliance with architectural standards.
• Monitor and track solution designs from submission to approval.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Good understanding of technology architecture

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent stakeholder management

Experience collaborating across teams

Proactive approach

Job description

Contract Role: Associate Architect – Process & Governance

Location: Hybrid – 3 days per week in office (contractor’s choice)

Rate: £500 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: 6 months (potential extension)

Hardware: Laptop provided

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 8 per day / 40 per week

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Associate Architect to join a leading retail technology team on a contract basis, focusing on process and governance within the architecture function. You will play a key role in supporting decision-making, enforcing architectural standards, and managing governance processes for solution designs – ensuring that technology investments deliver strategic value and align with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support architecture decision-making and approval processes.
• Ensure compliance with architectural principles, standards, and patterns.
• Oversee demand management for architecture-impacting work.
• Set up and run governance forums such as Architecture Review Boards and Design Authorities.
• Track solution designs from submission to approval, producing weekly progress reports.
• Maintain accurate meeting records, actions, and decisions for stakeholders.
• Support resource planning and act as a delegate for senior architects when required.

Skills & Experience

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
• Good understanding of technology architecture at a high level.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams.
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

Contract Details

• IR35 Status: In Scope
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 6 months
• Rate: £500 per day
• Location: Hybrid – 3 days per week in office (contractor’s choice)
• Hours: 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week
• Equipment: Laptop provided

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2508-355532

Salary:

Salary per: annum

Job Duration: 6 Months

Job Start Date: 18/08/2025

Job Industries: Mobile Jobs, Product Management, Programme & Project Management Jobs

Job Locations: Greater London

Job Types: Contract

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