Chief Architect

Package: Up to £170,000 + 20% Bonus + 10.5% (employer pension contribution)

Location: London (Hybrid)

We're partnering with a well-known organisation undertaking a major technology transformation and looking to hire a Chief Architect to establish and lead a new Architecture function.

Reporting directly to the CTO, you'll be responsible for creating the architecture vision, defining current and target states, and building a team of architects to support an ambitious multi-year transformation programme.

This role is about far more than governance and architecture diagrams. We're looking for a leader who can create capability, build credibility, and become a key member of the technology leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Establish and lead the enterprise Architecture function

Define architecture strategy, governance and standards

Create current and target-state architecture across the organisation

Build and develop a team of 5+ architects

Support major transformation initiatives across data, platforms and operational resilience

Partner with senior stakeholders and executive leadership to shape technology strategy

Build internal capability and reduce reliance on external consultancies

What we are looking for:

Experience of building and leading an Architecture function

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

Ability to operate at Executive and Senior Leadership Team level

Experience building teams, operating models and architecture capabilities

Broad technology background rather than deep specialisation in one area

Commercial awareness and the ability to connect technology strategy to business outcomes

Transformation experience within complex organisations

Experience within a regulated environment

If you're looking for an opportunity to build a function, shape technology strategy, and play a key role in a significant transformation programme,

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