Manager, Solution Architect -Financial Services , Deloitte Digital

Deloitte LLP; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Belfast is looking for an Insurance Architecture Enterprise and Solution Architect. The role involves designing architecture solutions within the insurance sector, guiding development teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates must have expertise in Policy Admin Systems and commercial insurance, along with strong problem-solving skills. The position offers flexibility with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of insurance systems and architecture.
• Proven experience in enterprise-level solutions.
• Ability to provide mentorship to technical teams.
• Experience conducting architecture reviews for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs.
• Design and develop architecture solutions aligning with business goals.
• Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical guidance.
• Stay current with industry regulations and best practices.

Skills

Policy Admin System

UW Workbench

Commercial Insurance

L&P

Personal Lines

London Markets

Architecture principles

Technical leadership

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF)

Job description

Overview

Want to shape the future of online experiences? Deloitte Digital connects creativity with technology for business, bringing empathy, ideas and experience into digital transformation. We fuse strategy, tech and design to identify where businesses need to be, then get them there fast.

As part of our Technology & Transformation practice, your career with Deloitte Digital can take multiple paths, including: customer and channel strategy, customer experience design, designing new service capabilities and operations, mobile, online and contact centre technology solutions, and related technology and operational change programmes.

We embrace the strengths of diverse talent within our team. You may have a brilliant mind, be a confident communicator or a nerd for all things digital, or you may have an impeccable business instinct, a collaborative outlook and a flair for big ideas.

We encourage consideration of flexible ways of working, both formal and informal arrangements that allow for the best outcomes for our people and our clients. If this opportunity is of interest to you with some flexibility, please do discuss with us.

Connect to your career at Deloitte

Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand insurance business needs and requirements (Policy Admin System, UW Workbench, L&P, Personal Lines, Commercial Insurance, or London Markets)
• Design and develop enterprise-level architecture solutions that align with business goals and objectives
• Define and document architecture principles, standards, and guidelines
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams
• Conduct architecture reviews and assessments
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integration and interoperability
• Develop and maintain architecture artifacts
• Provide expertise in resolving technical issues
• Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and best practices

Connect to your skills and professional experience

As an Insurance Architecture Enterprise and Solution Architect, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing architecture solutions within the insurance industry. Your expertise in areas such as Policy Admin System, UW Workbench, L&P, Personal Lines, Commercial Insurance, or London Markets will be essential in aligning business goals and objectives with technical implementations. With a strong background in enterprise and solution architecture, you will provide leadership and guidance to development teams, conduct architecture reviews, and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. Your ability to evaluate emerging technologies and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams will contribute to the success of architecture initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in areas such as Policy Admin System, UW Workbench, L&P, Personal Lines, Commercial Insurance, or London Markets.
• Proven track record of designing and developing enterprise-level architecture solutions that align with business goals and objectives.
• In-depth understanding of architecture principles, standards, and guidelines, with the ability to define and document them effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams.
• Experience conducting architecture reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with standards and best practices.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in the insurance industry, and the ability to evaluate their potential impact and recommend adoption strategies.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in developing and maintaining architecture artifacts, including diagrams, documentation, and roadmaps.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with a focus on resolving complex technical issues related to insurance systems and applications.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices in insurance architecture.
• Relevant certifications, such as TOGAF or other architecture certifications, are a plus.

Connect to your business - Technology and Transformation

Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters.

Customer

Human connections are integral to business. We combine people, ideas and technology to support our clients to build strong connections. For example, through commerce, customer design and sales services.

Personal independence

Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to audit regulations, including personal independence constraints (e.g., regarding financial interests and employment relationships). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request.

Connect with your colleagues

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Our hybrid working policy

You’ll be based in Bristol or Manchester with hybrid working. Depending on role requirements, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual spaces, client sites and remotely. Check with your recruiter for specific working requirements.

Connect to your return to work opportunity

For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more.

Our commitment to you

We aim to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further. We support wellbeing and a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to contribute. You will learn and grow through world-class development and leadership opportunities.

Connect to your next step

A career at Deloitte offers opportunities to develop in many directions. Discover more reasons to connect with us at deloitte.co.uk/careers