Senior Enterprise Architect / Solution Architect (hybrid, Uk/morocco)

Intelance; City Of London; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A specialist consultancy is seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect in London to lead the setup of a new Enterprise Architecture function. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and a proven track record in Solution and Enterprise Architecture. Responsibilities include designing High Level Architectures and working closely with key stakeholders. This role offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity for long-term collaboration.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead a greenfield EA department

Work in a small, senior team

Hybrid working model

Competitive compensation package

Direct access to leadership

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in Solution Architecture and/or Enterprise Architecture in complex environments.
• Proven track record of designing and running architecture governance.
• Hands-on experience producing architecture views and HLA/HLDs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and operation of the Enterprise Architecture function.
• Design and implement the EA operating model.
• Produce clear, pragmatic High Level Architectures and High Level Designs.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Enterprise Architecture

Stakeholder Management

High Level Architecture (HLA)

High Level Design (HLD)

Communication

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

SAP

Job description

Intelance is a specialist consultancy in Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, and AI.

We are building a lean, senior team to stand up a new Enterprise Architecture function for a major engineering and project-delivery group in North Africa.

We are looking for a Senior Enterprise Architect / Solution Architect to own overall design patterns, lead key workshops, produce HLA/HLDs, and anchor the EA Charter and Operating Model for this flagship engagement.

Tasks

• Lead the setup and operation of the Enterprise Architecture function for a large, project-driven engineering organisation.
• Design and implement the EA operating model, including demand intake, working groups, and the Architecture Review Board (ARB).
• Produce clear, pragmatic High Level Architectures (HLA) and High Level Designs (HLD) for priority initiatives.
• Define and maintain architecture principles, patterns, guardrails, and decision logs.
• Work closely with Business, IT Operations, GRC, and Security stakeholders to ensure architecture governance supports delivery, not just documentation.
• Guide domain SMEs (Security, Data, Integration, Solution) and ensure their work is aligned to the overall architecture.
• Run and facilitate architecture and design workshops, both remotely and on-site (mainly Casablanca).
• Support 1-2 pilot projects to go end-to-end through the new EA workflow during the first phase of the engagement.
• Coach internal architects and analysts so that the client can operate and own the EA capability after the initial phases.
• Contribute to Intelance’s internal EA frameworks, templates, and knowledge base.

Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience in Solution Architecture and/or Enterprise Architecture in complex, multi-system environments.
• Proven track record of designing and running architecture governance (architecture review boards, stage gates, design standards, decision logs).
• Hands‑on experience producing architecture views and HLA/HLDs using standard notations (e.g. C4, UML, BPMN), without over‑engineering.
• Background working in project‑heavy industries such as engineering, construction, energy, utilities, manufacturing, or similar.
• Strong stakeholder skills – able to work credibly with CIO, Heads of IT, GRC, Security, and business leaders.
• Comfortable working in hybrid mode (remote + on‑site visits to Casablanca and occasionally to London).
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Able to travel internationally for short on‑site trips as needed.

Nice to have

• Professional EA background (e.g. TOGAF or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 / Azure / SAP / project portfolio tools.
• French language skills and/or experience working with Francophone or North African clients.
• Prior consulting experience in a client‑facing role.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a greenfield EA department setup for a major engineering and project‑delivery group.
• Work in a small, senior team where your decisions have a direct impact – no heavy bureaucracy.
• Hybrid working model – remote by default, with focused on‑site trips to build strong relationships.
• Exposure to Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity and AI work across Intelance’s wider client base.
• Competitive compensation package, with scope for long‑term collaboration on follow‑on phases and other engagements.
• Direct access to Intelance leadership and the chance to help shape our EA practice and methods.

If you are a hands‑on Enterprise or Solution Architect who enjoys building practical architecture operating models rather than producing shelfware, we’d love to hear from you.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief introductory call, followed by a practical case discussion with the Intelance team.