Business Architect

SGN; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company seeks a Business Architect to shape digital business roadmaps and manage relationships at all levels. This role requires over 10 years of IT experience and a degree in a relevant field. Competencies include strategic thinking and change leadership. The position offers a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits, such as a pension scheme and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity / paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT or business systems roles.
• Strong knowledge of budgetary, procurement and legal processes.
• Expertise in Business Architecture, Business Analysis, Portfolio and Project Management.
• Proven stakeholder management at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Shape and secure approval for digital business roadmaps.
• Manage strategic demand for change services and solutions.
• Create and manage digital business roadmaps aligned to corporate strategy.
• Conduct strategic analysis to implement business-driven change.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Change leader

Excellent communication

Analytical approach

Ability to simplify complex information

Education

Degree in business, information systems or related discipline

Tools

PRINCE2

ITIL

Job description

Business Architect (2-Year FTC)

Portsmouth | Farringdon | Glasgow | Edinburgh

Personal Contract | Full-time | Hybrid

Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity / paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

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The Business Architect will shape and secure approval for digital business roadmaps aligned to SGN’s strategic objectives. They will maintain the integrity of the Operating Model, support change management, and manage senior business relationships to ensure IT demand is correctly defined. This will enable solutions to be delivered in line with SGN procedures, Enterprise Architecture standards, and industry best practice.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…

Operating Model Management

• Maintain and review operating model integrity across business areas
• Develop and apply design standards and guidelines for consistency
• Identify and resolve design gaps and integration challenges
• Communicate design decisions and support change management

Demand Management

• Manage strategic and tactical demand for change services and solutions
• Work with PMO on intake and prioritisation of demand
• Enable mobilisation of delivery frameworks (Waterfall, Agile)
• Analyse and prioritise potential projects based on ROI, compliance and safety

Portfolio Management

• Create and manage digital business roadmaps aligned to corporate strategy
• Collaborate on budget forecasts and approvals for projects and resources
• Monitor performance and value of the portfolio
• Ensure technology and business roadmaps remain aligned

Business Architecture

• Provide strategic consultation on business processes and operating structures
• Support strategy development and innovation
• Maintain the Business Architecture Knowledge Centre
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects on solution concepts and business cases

Business Analysis

• Conduct strategic analysis to shape and implement business-driven change
• Produce key documentation such as outcome statements, cost-benefit analysis and investment papers

Team Leadership

• Manage and develop Business Analysts and Architecture team capability
• Oversee workload, performance and personal development reviews
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Education & Qualifications

• Degree in business, information systems or related discipline (MBA, PRINCE2, ITIL, BA Diploma advantageous)

Experience

• 10+ years in IT or business systems roles
• Strong knowledge of budgetary, procurement and legal processes
• Expertise in Business Architecture, Business Analysis, Portfolio and Project Management methods
• Detailed understanding of software development and project lifecycles
• Proven stakeholder management at all levels
• Line management, coaching and mentoring experience
• Account and relationship management experience
• Business consultancy experience

Key Skills & Behaviours

• Strategic thinker with ability to deliver actionable plans
• Change leader with strong influencing skills
• Skilled in developing people and managing performance
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills
• Collaborative team player, assertive and driven
• High attention to detail and analytical approach
• Ability to simplify complex information
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.