Principle Enterprise Architect - HM Courts and Tribunals Service - G6

Manchester Digital; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is seeking a Principal Enterprise Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise architecture across key justice domains. You will report to the CTO and shape technology strategy in collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners.

The role requires senior-level architecture expertise, strong governance, and the ability to mentor architects and service owners while aligning technology with public service goals.

Qualifications

• Expert level in enterprise and solution architecture across domains.
• Strong communication with executives and boards.
• Ability to lead and mentor architectural teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise architecture aligned with government standards and strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive capabilities and services.
• Provide strategic technical guidance to HMCTS senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure governance and compliance of architectural designs across domains.
• Mentor and manage Enterprise and Solution Architects to foster continuous improvement.

Skills

Architect for the whole context

Architecture communication

Community collaboration

Enterprise architecture

Making architectural decisions

Problem definition and shaping

Strategy design

Job description

• Crime
• Civil, Family, Tribunals

Location

East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber

Level of Clearance

To apply for this role, you will be required to successfully complete Security Clearance (SC) level as a condition of appointment. For further guidance click here

Introduction

HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts and tribunals in England and Wales. Our roles support our service users and colleagues, where people and businesses access potentially life-changing justice. We’re looking for individuals who are committed to public service and want to make a difference in people’s lives in delivering justice. If you’re interested in developing a career with a real purpose, please apply.

Job Description

As a Principal Enterprise Architect, you are a senior technology leader within HMCTS – reporting directly to the CTO. You will shape the future of technology within HMCTS and will be accountable for the technical architecture for one of the domains within HMCTS including:

• Crime
• Civil, Family, Tribunals
• Shared Digital Services
• Royal Courts of Justice
• Innovation
• Platforms and Infrastructure

In this role you will

Your role as Principal Enterprise Architect will encompass several key responsibilities listed below (but not limited to):

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise architecture supporting strategic goals and enhancing service delivery in line with GDS principles.
• Lead HMCTS to deliver a cohesive set of strategic capabilities for your domain. With accountability for the technical capabilities, offerings, solutions and products for that jurisdiction.
• Communicate business problems, strategies, solutions and issues to senior stakeholders including executive and board level. Provide technical and strategic guidance to HMCTS senior management.

Collaboration

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders and external partners to ensure alignment and integration of solutions that support HMCTS and government objectives

Innovation

• Drive the adoption of modern technologies and frameworks that foster agility and responsiveness in our IT landscape
• Maintain an excellent understanding of the organisation’s needs, resources and existing landscape.

Governance and Compliance

• Ensure that architectural designs comply with relevant governance frameworks and standards

Mentorship

• Motivate and guide architects, developers and Service owners fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Management of Enterprise architects and oversight of Solution Architects. Motivate individuals, ensuring that they understand their remit and have the tools and support required.

Essential Skills

Expert level at the following (links to GDD site provided for details)

• Architect for the whole context
• Architecture communication
• Community collaboration
• Enterprise architecture
• Making architectural decisions
• Problem definition and shaping
• Strategy design