Enterprise Architect

ZS; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management consulting and technology firm seeks a Technology Advisory Manager / Enterprise Architect in London. The role involves leading technology consulting efforts, collaborating with clients, and mentoring junior consultants. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in technology and architectural consulting, with strong leadership and analytical skills. Join ZS for a flexible work environment and valuable growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health benefits

Financial planning

Leave programs

Growth and development programs

Flexible work model

Qualifications

• 10-12+ years in Technology and/or Architectural consulting.
• Experience in architecture, software engineering, data, and analytics.
• Understanding of EU work culture and languages.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead the growth of the tech advisory and digital architecture practice.
• Collaborate with clients and teams to understand problems and identify opportunities.
• Lead and motivate diverse teams, providing coaching and fostering inclusion.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Technical expertise

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master's in niche technology streams

Job description

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ZS is a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it. Our most valuable asset is our people. Here, you'll work alongside a collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers, and consumers worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each engagement. We partner with clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver results across critical business areas. Bring your curiosity, bold ideas, courage, and passion to ZS.

Our most valuable asset is our people.

At ZS, we honor the elements of our identities, personal experiences, and beliefs—those that make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are part of your success here. Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the networks ZS supports to help our ZSers thrive and share their passions.

Technology Advisory Manager / Enterprise Architect

ZS's Technology Advisory Group ensures our future information, technology, and architectural landscape evolves with our business, balancing future-proofing with innovation and streamlining delivery of business capabilities. This role supports the growth and development of our Technology Advisory Practice within ZS Technology Services.

The successful candidate will work closely with practice leadership to evolve our practice, develop assets, build client relationships, generate new business, and provide thought leadership. This role reports to the Executive Director(s) and shares responsibilities with Senior Directors.

What You’ll Do

• Co-lead the growth of the tech advisory and digital architecture practice within ZS
• Support leadership in thought development, pipeline growth, relationship building, and practice expansion
• Lead in Technology Consulting, bringing all aspects of tech-enabled transformations to clients
• Collaborate with clients and teams to understand problems, identify opportunities, and develop go-to-market strategies
• Map processes to architecture blueprints and technology capabilities
• Provide technical expertise with an architectural perspective to solve business challenges
• Offer a broad view of the enterprise technology landscape
• Co-author whitepapers and viewpoints with practice leaders
• Quickly learn new knowledge with deep digital, tech, and business acumen
• Help evolve practice services with market insights and client needs
• Represent the practice at firm and executive levels through effective communication
• Build and manage client relationships, pursue new leads, and create proposals
• Monitor active leads, inform stakeholders, and manage risks
• Lead and motivate diverse teams, provide coaching, and foster an inclusive environment
• Mentor junior consultants within the organization
• Willingness to travel as needed

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or a master's in niche technology streams
• 10-12+ years in Technology and/or Architectural consulting
• Experience in architecture, software engineering, data, and analytics
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated environments
• Understanding of EU work culture and languages
• Knowledge of EU architectural mandates and tools
• Hands-on experience managing core projects and teams
• Solid PMO experience and familiarity with agile methodologies
• Experience developing enterprise architectures for large transformations
• Management of large transformation programs with tech enablement
• Understanding of components like data, AI, analytics, and their role in strategy
• Knowledge of cloud, on-prem, security infrastructure
• Ability to connect business processes to technology architecture
• Ability to articulate architecture principles and frameworks
• Understanding of RFPs, pricing, and consulting art-of-possible
• Leadership and mentoring experience in teams
• Passion for industry trends and emerging technologies
• Knowledge of industry regulations in life sciences and healthcare
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel and a self-starting attitude

Perks & Benefits include health, financial planning, leave, growth, and development programs. Our flexible work model combines remote and on-site work. Travel is required for client engagement and professional growth.