Enterprise Architect - Reply

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Enterprise Architect to drive digital transformation and lead enterprise architecture strategies. This pivotal role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment between business and IT strategies while overseeing large-scale transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks and experience in Agile environments, with a strong focus on delivering value and innovation. Join a forward-thinking consultancy dedicated to optimizing IT/business alignment and making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman.
• Experience delivering architecture capabilities in an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of enterprise architecture frameworks and strategies.
• Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior stakeholders.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture Frameworks

Agile Methodology

Stakeholder Management

Digital Transformation

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or IT

Tools

TOGAF

Zachman Framework

Job description

Job Description

Enterprise Architect

About Affinity Reply:
Affinity Reply is a leading UK-based architecture consultancy focused exclusively on optimising IT/Business alignment and minimising the cost of business and technology change. We distinguish ourselves by fostering trusted client relationships and ensuring successful outcomes through our proactive and insightful approach. To meet the growing demands of our clients, we are looking for exceptional individuals passionate about driving digital transformation and delivering outstanding results.

Role Overview:
As an Enterprise Architect, you will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping the enterprise architecture strategy for our clients. You will provide visionary leadership to guide large-scale business and IT transformation initiatives across diverse client engagements. Collaborating with senior stakeholders, you will define and align business and IT strategies to ensure architectural designs support long-term goals and business objectives.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development and implementation of enterprise architecture frameworks, strategies, and roadmaps aligned with clients' business goals.
2. Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior stakeholders, offering strategic insights on enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and IT strategy.
3. Design and integrate complex, enterprise-wide solutions ensuring alignment across business processes, technology platforms, and organizational structure to deliver long-term value.
4. Oversee large-scale transformation initiatives, managing architectural components of business and IT changes for smooth transitions and successful technology adoption.
5. Define and enforce enterprise architecture governance frameworks, methodologies, and standards to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives.
6. Identify and mitigate risks associated with architecture initiatives, ensuring solutions are sustainable, secure, and meet client expectations.
7. Foster a culture of innovation by identifying emerging technologies and trends that provide competitive advantages, keeping clients industry-leading.

About the candidate:

• A bachelor's degree with a minimum of a 2:1 in business, information technology, or a related field.
• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience designing and integrating complex, large-scale enterprise architecture solutions supporting scalability and flexibility.
• Ability to manage and influence senior client stakeholders, ensuring strategic alignment.
• Experience delivering architecture capabilities in an Agile environment; knowledge of Agile methodologies, tooling, and processes.
• Deep understanding of emerging technologies and trends, with the ability to incorporate innovative solutions for competitive advantage.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior architects, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Experience in Financial Services is beneficial.

Reply is an Equal Opportunities Employer and committed to embracing diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind regardless of characteristics protected by law. We are committed to fair recruitment practices and encourage candidates to inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.