Enterprise Architect (Major Transformation Programme)

TXP; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial organization is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect for a 6-month contract. The role involves leading a major transformation program, coordinating various stakeholders, and delivering within tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, extensive experience with enterprise architecture, and proven success in managing large-scale programs. Occasional onsite presence in the West Midlands will be required.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading enterprise architecture initiatives.
• Proven track record in delivering major transformation programmes.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of enterprise architecture activities.
• Engage with various stakeholder levels to align on architecture.
• Deliver projects within aggressive timelines.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture experience

Stakeholder engagement up to C-Suite

Experience in Financial Services

Azure Cloud experience

Large-scale programme delivery

Job description

Overview

Role: Enterprise Architect (Major transformation Programme)

Day rate: £600pd-£700pd (Inside IR35)

Contract: 6 months initial

Working location: Remote working with occasional travel to the West Midlands

We are working with a large-scale financial organisation based in the West Midlands, who are currently recruiting for a heavy hitting Enterprise Architect to join the business on an initial 6-month contract. You will play a huge role in a major transformation programme, which is due to start phase 2 imminently.

You will initially support on the High-Level Design and Analysis phase. You will have excellent experience in leading 3rd party teams (Solutions Architects), work extensively within a multi-supplier environment, and oversee similar sized large-scale programmes. You will have worked with stakeholders at all levels, including up to C-Suite. The client is working to aggressive timelines, and the successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering in such a manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate enterprise architecture activities across a major transformation programme, including High-Level Design and Analysis
• Manage and collaborate with 3rd party teams (Solutions Architects) in a multi-supplier environment
• Engage with stakeholders across all levels, up to C-Suite, to align on architecture decisions and roadmaps
• Deliver in line with aggressive project timelines and ensure architectural integrity

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive "heavy hitting" Enterprise Architecture experience
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale programmes
• Experience working with multiple suppliers / high level supplier management
• Experience engaging with stakeholders up to C-Suite
• Background in Financial Services
• High Level Design and Analysis work
• Experience decommissioning technical estates
• Proven experience within technical settings
• Azure Cloud experience
• Policy Admin/Application systems experience
• Life & Pensions experience (Highly Desirable)

Delivery Timeline & Onsite Requirements

Due to the aggressive timescales of the role, the client is looking for someone to onboard ideally by the 1st week of October. If you are on a long notice period, this may rule you out of the opportunity.

Due to the nature of the work, there may be occasions where you are expected on-site in the West Midlands more frequently than normal.

To apply, please submit your most up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

Due to the anticipated high level of applications, if you have not heard back within 5 working days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.