Solutions Architect, Leeds

The Solutions Architect is responsible for the definition, development, and governance of the Application Architecture domain and supporting the design of end-end solutions in a way which enhances services to our members, optimises operational efficiency and shapes the future strategy of the Enterprise

As our new Solutions Architect, you will also:

• Design and deliver end-to-end solution architectures aligned to Technology, Digital & Data strategy, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and scalability
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and translate business needs into robust technical solutions and roadmaps
• Contribute to architecture governance across Business, Application, Data, Technology, and Security domains
• Identify emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies to drive innovation and business value
• Develop clear solution designs, blueprints, and documentation, including application interactions and dependencies
• Provide input to business cases, including cost, impact, and resource requirements
• Support budget planning and ensure solutions are delivered within agreed financial and governance frameworks
• Ensure solutions are user/member-centric, delivering efficient, high-quality outcomes and value for money
• Manage design risks through effective governance, controls, and adherence to policies and regulatory requirements
• Identify, assess, and escalate risks and issues, ensuring timely mitigation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery efficiency, KPIs, and user experience
• Promote best practices in architecture, security, data protection, and compliance
• Foster inclusive collaboration and maintain strong stakeholder engagement across teams
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge, skills, and professional standards through continuous development

We are looking for:

• Previous experience working within Solution Architecture.
• Experience with structured programme and project management approaches
• Extensive experience of working in relationship-based environments
• Experience of supporting projects in a matrix type structure
• Experience of delivering complex solutions within an Enterprise and/or experience of delivering integrated solutions involving third parties
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outcomes
• Confident communicator, able to engage, influence, and challenge stakeholders at all levels
• Comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
• Resilient, proactive, and confident in driving and challenging change

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel you do not match 100% of the technical requirements. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and strive to create a work environment which ensures everyone can be heard.

In return, we can offer you:

• Discretionary on-target bonus of 10%. Up to a max 20% based on performance
• 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
• 25 days annual leave. Flexible public holidays and option to buy/sell additional leave
• Private Medical Cover
• Car Salary Sacrifice scheme
• 6x salary death in service
• Holistic health and wellbeing support package
• A truly flexible hybrid-working arrangement
• A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work