Enterprise Architect

Recruit with Purpose; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to join their growing IT team. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact thousands of lives daily by shaping the architectural vision and strategy of one of the UK’s leading Housing Associations. You will collaborate with senior management to define a clear IT roadmap, ensuring that technology initiatives align with business objectives. With a focus on system integration and performance optimization, you'll lead efforts to enhance service delivery and operational capabilities, all while enjoying a flexible work environment with generous benefits.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Up to 9% employer pension contribution

Flexible working options

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect, ideally within the housing sector.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and cloud computing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and oversee system integration.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Cloud Computing (Azure)

Data Management

System Integration

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

TOGAF

Zachman Framework

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Social Housing Technology Specialist | Recruit with Purpose

Are you an Enterprise Architect who is looking to positively impact 10's of thousands of lives daily with your work?

Is the Private sector not offering the work life balance or job security you’re looking for?

Recruit with Purpose are looking for an experienced Enterprise Architect to join a growing IT team in one of the UK’s leading Housing Associations. In this role, you’ll define and drive the organisation’s architectural vision and strategy, ensuring their technology and digital initiatives align with business objectives.

Your focus will be on designing a cohesive framework that integrates systems and processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities in this role:

• Architectural Strategy – Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s strategic goals.
• Technology Roadmap – Working with the Head of IT to help define and maintain a clear roadmap for IT investments and initiatives, balancing short- and long-term objectives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Work closely with senior management, department heads, and key stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Technology Assessment – Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance operational capabilities and service delivery.
• System Integration – Oversee the seamless integration of IT systems and applications, ensuring data flow and interoperability.
• Performance & Optimisation – Monitor and analyse system performance, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Leadership & Mentorship – Guide and mentor IT teams on architectural best practices
• Industry Engagement – Build and maintain relationships within the housing sector and wider tech industry to benchmark against best practices and stay ahead of emerging trends.

What they’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect or similar role, ideally within the housing or public sector but sector experience isn't essential.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
• Experience with cloud computing (Azure), data management, and integration solutions.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A solid understanding of technology trends and best practices within housing associations.

What is on offer:

• 28 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) and birthday off
• Up to £85,000 for the right individual
• 1 or 2 days day a week on Site (central Birmingham)
• Up to 9% employer pension contribution
• Flexible working options

If this role sounds like it could be a good fit for your next opportunity, I would love to hear from you.

Please respond to this Job advert or reach out to me on: [e-mail] with an up-to-date version of your cv and we can have a discussion around the opportunity in more detail.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Housing and Community Development

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