Solutions Architect

Anson McCade; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services organisation seeks a Senior Solution Architect to define and deliver high-profile digital transformation projects. This role includes leading teams, advising on IT strategy, and ensuring successful delivery of scalable solutions. Strong experience in systems engineering and cloud platforms is essential. A competitive salary package includes private medical benefits and opportunities for professional development in a hybrid work environment focused on UK candidates.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical benefits

Up to 30 days holiday

Support for charitable work

Continuous professional development

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Proven Solution Architect with hands‑on experience in systems engineering and integration.
• Strong knowledge of architectural frameworks and design patterns.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee architecture for complex digital services.
• Advise senior clients on IT strategy and architecture roadmaps.
• Lead a small team to deliver high-quality architectural solutions.

Skills

Solution Architecture

Systems Engineering

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS)

Risk Mitigation

Technical Communication

Job description

Location

UK-Wide (Hybrid)

Salary

£80,000 - £95,000

Due to the nature of this role, UK residency and a security clearance are mandatory

A leading global professional services organisation is seeking a Senior Solution Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-profile digital transformation initiatives within government and large private sector clients. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence IT strategy and architecture, operate as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, and directly impact technology modernization journeys involving market-leading cloud platforms.

The role

As a Senior Solution Architect, you will define end-to-end architecture, drive architectural governance, and lead the delivery of secure, scalable solutions aligned with business objectives. You’ll lead small teams, guide technical risk management, and collaborate closely with Directors and programme leads to ensure successful delivery. You’ll also contribute to internal architecture profession growth, mentoring, and thought leadership initiatives in a dynamic, matrixed environment.

What you will be doing

• Define and oversee architecture for complex digital services in government and private sectors
• Advise senior clients on IT strategy, architecture roadmaps, and risk mitigation
• Lead a small team and collaborate across functions to deliver high-quality architectural solutions
• Support pre-sales activities, proposals, and market positioning to grow the business
• Contribute to developing career paths and internal capability growth within the architecture community
• Monitor emerging technologies and deliver thought leadership in digital transformation and cloud adoption

What we are looking for

• Proven Solution Architect with hands‑on background in systems engineering, application, and integration architecture
• Strong knowledge of architectural frameworks, governance, and design patterns
• Experience with major cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, and a solid understanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non‑technical audiences and senior stakeholders
• Experience in client‑facing consulting roles with team leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Eligibility for UK security clearance with continuous UK residency and British passport (no dual nationality)

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary with extensive benefits including private medical, up to 30 days holiday plus additional leave for charitable work
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and upskilling in security architecture and digital transformation
• Work in a supportive, values‑driven environment focused on innovation, employee growth, and lasting client impact
• Hybrid working flexibility, with a focus on UK candidates due to security requirements

If you are ready to take your architecture career to the next level, operating at the forefront of government and private sector digital transformation, get in touch.