Head of IT Architecture - Trading IT (d/f/m)

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Architecture to define and drive the architecture strategy for its trading function. This role demands a Subject Matter Expert in architecture with extensive experience in commodities trading. You will ensure the trading architecture is robust, future-proof, and aligned with business objectives. The position offers significant opportunities for training, development, and career growth in a modern office environment. If you are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies and driving transformative initiatives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Holiday Package

Pension Contributions

Health Assessment

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Training and Development Opportunities

Attractive Workplace

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Solution or Enterprise Architecture within commodities trading.
• Deep knowledge of trading systems and business processes across front, middle, and back offices.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the architecture strategy for EnBW’s trading function.
• Collaborate with system owners to ensure systems are aligned with business objectives.
• Review and modernise the technology stack for trading architecture.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Enterprise Architecture

Commodities Trading

Cloud Architecture (Azure, AWS)

Agile Development

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Tools

ETRM Platforms (Endur)

RabbitMQ

Kafka

Service Bus

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Client:

EnBW UK Ltd

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Finance

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Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

• A competitive salary and a generous holiday package
• Pension contributions
• Health assessment, private medical and dental insurance
• Significant training, development, and career growth opportunities
• Attractive workplace in a brand-new office

Responsibilities:

• As the Head of Architecture, you will define and drive the architecture strategy for EnBW’s trading function. This role requires a Subject Matter Expert in architecture, covering both technical and functional domains, with extensive experience in commodities trading. You will ensure the trading architecture is robust, future-proof, and aligned with EnBW’s overall business objectives.
• Develop and own the architecture strategy for the trading function, ensuring alignment with business objectives across EnBW.
• Review the current architecture, identify areas of improvement, and propose solutions to modernise the tech stack.
• Ensure the trading architecture is fit for the future, proposing enhancements and technical solutions for business challenges.
• Collaborate with system owners and business verticals to ensure all systems are fit for purpose and aligned with a roadmap for continuous improvement.
• Produce high-level technical designs and work with infrastructure, cloud, security, and network teams to align with EnBW architectural patterns.
• Review and modernise the technology stack, proposing innovative solutions and vendor products to support business growth.
• Oversee the integration of trading systems, including ETRM platforms such as Endur, and ensure seamless connectivity across front, middle, and back-office functions.
• Lead architectural reviews of ongoing projects to ensure they meet future needs.
• Stay updated on industry technologies and trends, ensuring EnBW leverages cutting-edge tools and practices.

Profile:

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Enterprise Architect within a Commodity Trading Organisation, Investment Bank, or similar environment.
• Deep knowledge of commodities trading and familiarity with associated business processes across front, middle, and back offices.
• Experience working on large-scale, transformative programmes, ideally in a greenfield environment.
• Expertise in trading systems, particularly ETRM platforms such as Endur.
• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture (Azure, AWS) and messaging patterns (RabbitMQ, Kafka, Service Bus).
• Familiarity with API connectivity stacks, data warehousing, and reporting frameworks.
• Experience in agile development methodologies and modern technology stacks.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and facilitate discussions at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, focusing on delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work autonomously while also collaborating effectively within large teams.