MS Lead Architect

Capgemini; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident Employer

Hybrid working

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Capgemini is seeking a seasoned Managed Services Lead Architect to own and govern the end-to-end architecture of a complex technology landscape within a dynamic account. The role requires leadership of a team of Domain Architects and Engineers, strong stakeholder engagement, and deep understanding of contracts and commercials.

The position offers hybrid working with a mix of Capgemini offices, client sites, and home working, plus travel to client sites (Salisbury).

Qualifications

• Proven track record of governing and owning the end-to-end architecture of large Managed Services accounts.
• Experience as a Lead Architect within complex technology landscapes and accountability for contractual alignment.
• Strong stakeholder management and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Govern end-to-end Account Architecture within Managed Services contracts and ensure delivery quality.
• Provide strategic guidance on technology roadmaps and future state architectures.
• Offer trusted advice to the Client and maintain alignment with contractual commitments.

Skills

Governance

Stakeholder management

Architecture leadership

Client relationships

Contract knowledge

Job description

About the job you’re consideringWe’re seeking a seasoned Managed Services Lead Architect who wants to apply their skills and experience within an exciting and vibrant Account. The client is going through a period of significant change, and digital transformation is at the forefront of their business strategy. As an Account Lead Architect, you will thrive on having responsibility for the end-to-end architecture of the contracted services as well as being the focal point for ensuring its technical integrity. Being part of an enthusiastic Business Technologist community will enable you to maintain awareness of the latest technologies and innovations within the Capgemini Portfolio and apply these to your technology landscape. You will also provide inspiration and act as a role model for a talented and enthusiastic team of Domain Architects and Engineers on the account.Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time. This role does require some regular travel to the Client site in SalisburyYour roleAs an integral part of the Capgemini Architecture community, you’ll have fantastic opportunities to develop both yourself, and our collective capabilities. As part of the Account team, you’ll be empowered to provide:Governance of change within, and take ownership of, the end-to-end Account Architecture within Managed Services contracts, ensuring delivery quality and adherence to standards.Key stakeholder management for internal, as well as external parties.Strategic mapping of the technology landscape strategy including roadmaps, and future state architectures, fully aligned with contractual commitments and client needs.Trusted advice to the Client by cultivating strong symbiotic Client relationships.Direction and guidance on technical aspects, ensuring adherence to standards and practices while aligning with client requirements.You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.Your skills and experienceA proven track record of governing and owning the end-to-end architecture of a complex technology landscape. Can demonstrate experience of operating as a Lead Architect within the constraints and complexities of large Managed Services accounts. Able to demonstrate a knowledge of contracts and commercials as well as proven stakeholder management and client relationship skills.We are a Disability Confident EmployerCapgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:Declare they have a disability, andMeet the minimum essential criteria for the role.Please opt in during the application process.Your security clearance and pre-employment checksIf you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)Some roles will also require an additional level of security clearance:Security Check (SC) Clearance:To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.Throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.Some posts are restricted to sole UK Nationals for security reasons; therefore, you may be asked about your citizenship in the application process.Make it real – what does it mean for you?Flexibility to work your wayYou will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance. Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements.Your wellbeingYou’d be joining an accredited Great Place to work for Wellbeing in 2024. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions.To help support wellbeing we have trained ‘Mental Health Champions’ across each of our business areas, and we have invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy.Shape your pathYou will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini’s ‘learning for life’ mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities from thinktanks to hackathons, and access to 250,000 courses with numerous external certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Harvard ManageMentor, Cybersecurity qualifications and much more.Shared energyYou’ll be bringing your unique skills and perspectives to the team, inspiring and taking inspiration from your teammates as you unlock value in everything you do. You’ll be joining a professional community of experts, who have got your back and will support you, every step of the way.Why should you consider Capgemini?Growing clients’ businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, you’ll join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. We find new ways technology can help us reimagine what’s possible. It’s why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world’s leading businesses, and it’s how you’ll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge, and always pushing yourself to do better, you’ll build the skills you want. You’ll use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.About CapgeminiCapgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organisations and make it real with AI, technology and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of over 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations. The Group reported 2025 global revenues of €22.5 billion. Make it real | www.capgemini.com#LI_AC1