Director level - Salesforce Architect (Insurance Underwriting)

Vantage Point Global; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial institution is seeking a Salesforce Architect at Director level to define the Salesforce architecture strategy and lead transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in technology architecture, preferably within the insurance sector, along with exceptional stakeholder management skills. This role is hybrid, requiring 3 days per week on-site in London.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in technology architecture.
• At least 5 years in Salesforce-focused leadership roles.
• Experience within the insurance sector (London Market preferred).

Responsibilities

• Define and own the Salesforce architecture strategy.
• Translate complex business requirements into scalable Salesforce solutions.
• Lead end-to-end solution design compliant with enterprise architecture.

Skills

Salesforce Expertise

Architectural Leadership

Insurance Domain Knowledge

Technical Literacy

Stakeholder Management

Delivery Focus

Education

Salesforce certifications

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading global financial institution, is seeking an accomplished Salesforce Architect at Director level to play a pivotal role in a large-scale transformation programme. This position blends business and solution architecture, requiring an individual who can bridge strategic business needs with robust technical execution.

The ideal candidate will bring over 15 years of architecture experience, demonstrating both deep Salesforce expertise and the leadership capability to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Acting as a key decision‑maker, you will define architecture strategy, lead solution design, and ensure successful delivery across an enterprise‑scale Salesforce transformation.

What You’ll Do

• Define and own the Salesforce architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives.


• Translate complex business and underwriting requirements into scalable, best‑practice Salesforce solutions.


• Lead end‑to‑end solution design, ensuring compliance with enterprise architecture and governance frameworks.


• Oversee system integrations, data flows, and ETL processes in collaboration with Data Architects and technology partners.


• Provide architectural governance and ensure alignment between Salesforce, on‑premise, and cloud infrastructure standards.


• Act as a trusted advisor to senior business and technology stakeholders, influencing outcomes in a complex, politically sensitive environment.


• Provide technical leadership and guidance to delivery teams, ensuring execution against agreed strategic roadmaps.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Skills & Experience

• Salesforce Expertise: Deep knowledge of Salesforce platform capabilities, workflows, and multi‑cloud integrations.


• Architectural Leadership: Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles, integration design, and large‑scale solution delivery.


• Insurance Domain Knowledge: Proven experience in insurance or underwriting business processes, ideally within the London Market or specialty lines.


• Technical Literacy: Proficient in data architecture, ETL, and integration frameworks; strong understanding of hybrid cloud environments.


• Stakeholder Management: Exceptional ability to influence, negotiate, and drive consensus at senior leadership levels.


• Delivery Focus: Demonstrated experience leading architecture across major transformation initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 15+ years’ experience in technology architecture, including at least 5 years in Salesforce‑focused leadership roles.


• Experience within the insurance sector (London Market or specialty underwriting preferred).


• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.


• Salesforce certifications required; CTA certification highly desirable.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract


• Seniority: Director Level


• Location: Hybrid – 3 days per week on-site in London


• Start Date: Immediate

Vantage Point Global is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities, inclusive employer. We are passionate about attracting diverse talent, and welcome applications regardless of ethnicity, culture, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Things you need to know:

• To apply, you’ll need to provide us with a CV and answer a few initial questions.
• We’d like to make you aware that if you have not heard back from us within three weeks of the date of application that we will not be progressing your application.