Enterprise Architect - Law Firm

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-tier law firm is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to lead architecture projects in London and Ipswich. You will design scalable solutions, influence strategy, and work closely with senior stakeholders. The role offers a hybrid working pattern, a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are ready to drive innovation and transform technological capabilities, apply now.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Enhanced leave

Profit share

Performance bonuses

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Gym discounts

Electric car scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an Enterprise Architect or similar, ideally in professional services.
• Strong background in software engineering and system architecture.
• Familiarity with APIs and integration patterns.

Responsibilities

• Designing innovative, scalable technology solutions.
• Driving integration of cloud platforms and modern development practices.
• Facilitating workshops to gather requirements and drive adoption.

Skills

Software engineering

System architecture

Cloud solutions (Azure)

APIs and integration patterns

Agile environments

DevSecOps principles

CI/CD practices

Job description

Job Description

Enterprise Architect

Looking for your next big architecture challenge?

Do you thrive at the intersection of technology vision and practical delivery? Want to play a key role in shaping the future of digital solutions in a professional services setting?
This Enterprise Architect opportunity will see you influencing strategy, modernising Legacy systems, and designing solutions that have real impact, both internally and for clients.

Role: Enterprise Architect

Location: London & Ipswich

Hybrid pattern: 3 days per week, 2 days remote

Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 per annum

Industry: Mid-tier law firm (professional services)

You'll be reporting into the IT Director, working with senior stakeholders, clients, technical teams and suppliers to deliver flexible, scalable solutions aligned with ambitious growth plans.

What's in it for you

You'll be joining a forward-thinking, people-focused environment where innovation is encouraged and professional growth is actively supported. Expect a strong benefits package including private healthcare, enhanced leave, profit share and performance bonuses, pension contributions, life assurance, gym discounts, electric car scheme, and an agile/hybrid working policy that trusts you to deliver. You'll also enjoy the freedom to shape architectural strategy and directly influence how technology enables transformation.

What you'll be doing

• Designing innovative, scalable technology solutions that modernise systems, reduce technical debt and enable new services
• Setting and aligning architecture with business strategy and long-term vision
• Driving integration of cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure), data management, and modern development practices
• Championing DevSecOps principles, including CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and automation
• Facilitating workshops with internal teams and external clients to gather requirements and drive adoption
• Staying ahead of emerging tech trends to introduce new tools and methodologies

What we're looking for

• Proven track record as an Enterprise Architect or similar, ideally in professional services (legal experience a plus)
• Strong background in software engineering, system architecture, and cloud solutions (Azure)
• Familiarity with APIs, frameworks, and integration patterns
• Confident communicator, able to simplify complex concepts and influence diverse stakeholders
• Comfortable in Agile environments and product-led delivery
• Curious, analytical mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement

If you're ready to lead on transformative architecture projects and want to be part of a collaborative, ambitious environment, APPLY NOW.