Enterprise Solutions Architect

ZipRecruiter; London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a Part-Time Enterprise Architect / Solutions Architect Consultant to deliver architectural outputs. This remote position requires expertise in enterprise architecture within the financial services sector, engaging with stakeholders and designing solutions aligned with business objectives. The role offers a competitive salary and requires working 2 days per week.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expertise in enterprise architecture within financial services.
• Ability to engage independently with vendors and stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and document enterprise-wide architecture solutions.
• Produce architecture artefacts like models and roadmaps.
• Present recommendations to stakeholders and conduct risk analysis.

Skills

Enterprise architecture design

Agile delivery experience

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Engagement with senior stakeholders

Tools

TOGAF

ArchiMate

Job description

Job Description

Part Time Enterprise Architect / Solutions Architect Consultant (2 days per week)

Salary: £100k-£110k Pro Rata (0.4 FTE / 2 DAYS PER WEEK)

Duration: 12 months

Working Pattern: Part-time (2 days per week)

Location: Remote, with occasional travel to London

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect / Solutions Architect Consultant to deliver architectural outputs.

Project Deliverables

The consultant will be engaged to deliver the following outcomes:

• Design and document enterprise-wide architecture solutions aligned with strategic business objectives.
• Produce architecture artefacts including current and future state models, technology roadmaps, and integration strategies.
• Recommend and document technology platforms, integration approaches, and governance models.
• Present architectural options and recommendations to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business and IT strategies.
• Conduct impact assessments and risk analysis for technology change initiatives.
• Ensure architecture designs comply with relevant regulations, security standards, and sector best practices, particularly within banking/finance.
• Provide independent review and assurance over internal solution designs and architectural direction.

Required Expertise

The consultant must possess demonstrable, independent expertise in the following areas:

• Enterprise architecture design and implementation within regulated financial services environments.
• Working with the Systems Integrator who provide the middleware, so capable of engaging with vendors
• Deep understanding of modern IT infrastructure and platforms including cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, containerization, and APIs.
• Knowledge of enterprise frameworks such as TOGAF, ArchiMate, and associated methodologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and security considerations within the financial services domain.
• Extensive experience in Agile delivery environments, advising from an architectural perspective.
• Ability to engage independently with senior stakeholders and deliver concise architectural guidance.