Principal Enterprise Architect

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

Job summary

A market leading global CPG company is seeking a Principal Enterprise Architect to shape the future of IT. The role involves driving global innovation and transformation, working with various stakeholders, and building high-performing teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive architecture experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Architecture experience.
• Ability to engage effectively at Director/VP level.
• Extensive knowledge across architectural domains.

Responsibilities

• Architects the system landscape to support transformation.
• Guides key technology transformation initiatives.
• Co-leads the architecture community of practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

University degree in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration

Tools

TOGAF

PRINCE

ITIL

LeanIX

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A market leading and global CPG company is hiring for a new Principal Enterprise Architect.

As a Principal Enterprise Architect, you will shape the future of IT at this leading CPG organisation, driving global innovation and transformation across all technology platforms. You will be a visionary leader who:

• Architects the system landscape to support the transformation into a multi-category organisation
• Works with IT Technology Platform Leaders and Domain Architects to create flexible, robust architecture
• Translates strategies from different regions, categories, and functions into a unified technology roadmap
• Guides key technology transformation initiatives and influences crucial decision-making processes
• Co-leads the architecture community of practice and provides expert advice to stakeholders
• Helps build a high-performing team through leadership and mentorship

Required Experience

• 10+ years of Architecture experience with a proven track record in complex transformations
• Ability to engage effectively at Director/VP level with strong grasp of business and technology strategy
• Extensive knowledge across architectural domains (data technology, system integration, application modularisation)
• Strong understanding of Consumer/Commercial and Operations domains
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
• University degree in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with architecture industry standards and tools (TOGAF, PRINCE, ITIL, LeanIX) is advantageous
• Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods and Life Sciences sectors is a plus