Deputy Head of Enterprise Architecture (Director Level)

Charterhouse Partnership | Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international financial institution is seeking a highly experienced Deputy Head of Enterprise Architecture (Director level) to drive enterprise-wide architecture strategy, governance, and transformation initiatives. You will shape the technology vision, strengthen architectural governance, and ensure alignment between IT and business strategy. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in enterprise architecture within the banking or financial services sector, with strong knowledge of EA methodologies and cloud architectures.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in enterprise or solution architecture for large-scale environments.
• Proven experience in enterprise architecture governance and compliance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of EA methodologies such as TOGAF or Zachman.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the enterprise architecture strategy and roadmap.
• Establish and maintain the enterprise architecture framework and governance model.
• Lead architecture and security reviews for strategic projects.

Skills

Enterprise architecture governance

Cloud architecture management

Leadership and communication

Stakeholder management

Job description

A leading international financial institution is seeking a highly experienced Deputy Head of Enterprise Architecture (Director level) to drive enterprise-wide architecture strategy, governance, and transformation initiatives.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping the technology vision, strengthening architectural governance, and ensuring alignment between IT and business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the enterprise architecture strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term technology direction.
• Establish and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, governance model, policies, and standards across all domains.
• Lead architecture and security reviews for key strategic projects, ensuring solutions meet enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive architecture governance, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance with security and regulatory guidelines.

Key Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in enterprise or solution architecture for large-scale, complex environments—preferably within banking or financial services.
• Proven experience in enterprise architecture governance, policy design, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of EA methodologies such as TOGAF or Zachman.
• Experience designing and managing cloud architectures (hybrid, public, or private) and enterprise-grade systems.
• Solid understanding of core banking systems, digital banking, payment gateways, and cybersecurity principles.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at executive level.

Please contact Jackie Panopio at [phone] or [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

EA License no: 16S8066 | Reg no.:R1332082