Head of Business & Technical Architecture - Energy Industry

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector seeks a Head of Business & Technical Architecture to drive innovation and influence key stakeholders in the field of smart energy metering. The ideal candidate will have extensive senior leadership experience in technology, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of the energy landscape. This role is critical in shaping strategic initiatives that impact over 30 million homes and businesses in the UK.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in senior technology leadership, ideally within energy or telecoms.
• Proven ability to chair strategic meetings and interact with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills to clarify complex topics.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of smart energy metering and influence industry stakeholders.
• Drive innovation and chair strategic committees impacting millions.
• Engage with customers to understand their technology needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Technical Knowledge

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Head of Business & Technical Architecture - Energy Industry, Wakefield

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Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We're currently hiring for a Head of Business & Technical Architecture role with a focus on shaping the future of smart energy metering in the UK. This position involves influencing government, regulators, and industry stakeholders, driving innovation, and chairing strategic committees impacting over 30 million homes and businesses.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 5 years of senior technology leadership experience (e.g., CTO/CPO), preferably within energy or telecoms, with proven experience engaging with customers on their needs
• A business-focused CTO or technology-focused CPO
• Proven ability to chair meetings effectively, covering technical options, priorities, and considering operational needs and legacy system replacements
• Experience interacting with senior industry stakeholders with diverse priorities, in a collaborative manner
• Experience managing product and service management technology solutions in a B2B environment
• Excellent communication skills to clarify complex business and technical topics
• A strong technology background, with knowledge of emerging technologies and their strategic impact on smart metering
• Understanding of current and future smart metering architecture (preferred but not essential)