Enterprise Architect

Solicitors Regulation Authority; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role

Birmingham office

Job summary

The Solicitors Regulation Authority is seeking an Enterprise Architect to set direction for integrating information systems and programmes. You will develop, coordinate and promote EA patterns across the organisation.

This hybrid role based in Birmingham requires collaboration with senior stakeholders and solution architecture teams to deliver high-quality enterprise solutions. You will influence governance and guide internal and third-party providers, translating complex technology into clear

Qualifications

• Solid experience working as an Enterprise Architect.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Plan complex interventions and manage shifting priorities over time.
• Strategic thinker and problem solver at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic architecture roadmaps and governance.
• Provide guidance to internal and third-party solution providers.
• Translate complex technology solutions into clear business language.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure architecture aligns with business strategy.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Architectural governance

Technical communication

Job description

As a key member of the wider IT Planning & Architecture team you will collaborate with senior stakeholders, solution architecture teams, and various IT and business areas to deliver high-quality enterprise solutions. As a dynamic and forward-thinking team within the SRA, we integrate projects and programmes aligning with our business strategy. We are committed to continuous improvement and leveraging modern technology to drive business success.

The role

The Enterprise Architect (EA) helps to set the direction, and establishes the approach, for integrating information systems, data and programmes. In this role, you will develop, coordinate, communicate, maintain, catalogue, collaborate and encourage the use of Enterprise Architecture patterns. You'll provide expertise and advice on Enterprise Architecture issues, ensuring that solution designs deliver against business strategies and that future technology solutions adhere to agreed architectural principles.

Your responsibilities will include helping to develop strategic architecture roadmaps, improving Architectural governance, and providing guidance to solution architecture providers both internal and 3rd party's. You will cultivate and influence key business stakeholders, establishing yourself as a trusted and knowledgeable advisor able to translate complex technology solutions into clear, concise, layman's language.

What it is in it for you

• Influence and shape new business technology initiatives, driving innovation and transformation
• Work in a supportive and inclusive environment where your expertise is valued
• Make significant impact towards the SRA's strategic vision
• Access continuous learning and development opportunities to stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices
• Be recognized as a trusted advisor and partner, pragmatically championing Enterprise Architecture good practice
• Lead and innovate within a collaborative and diverse team, blending strategic thinking with practical and pragmatic application.
• A range of company benefits.

What we are looking for:

• Solid experience working as an Enterprise Architect
• A practical understanding of the impact of different business models and processes on the Enterprise Architecture, how architecture can support/enable business value
• Expertise in developing Architectures that meet business timeframes and outcomes
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Able to plan complex interventions and project work over a significant period of time into the future and possess the ability to manage shifting priorities effectively
• Strategic thinker and problem solver, a confident decision maker, comfortable with accountability at a senior level.

Useful and additional information

There is a full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert on our website.

This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Birmingham office 1 to 2 days a week, and from home the rest of the week.

The campagin will be closed on 31 August 2026 at 23:55. We encourage any interested applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may choose to close the application early if sufficient quality applications are received.

Shortlisting and interview process will take place in September 2026.