At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and implementation of enterprise data architecture for impactful projects.
- Company: Join QBE, a global insurer with a human touch and a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working options, and a generous pension plan.
- Other info: Be part of an award-winning team committed to innovation and diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while shaping the future of data architecture.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in enterprise architecture and large-scale data programmes.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Location: London
Type: Permanent
Hybrid role, happy to talk flexible working
The Opportunity
QBE Europe is currently recruiting a Lead Data Enterprise Architect to join our well-established and successful architecture team in our London office. The purpose of this role is to provide technology direction and senior level expertise on decisions and priorities regarding the enterprise's systems architecture. This includes supporting stakeholders with strategies, roadmaps, standards, and project options, as well as assisting in the development and implementation of processes to deliver enterprise programs effectively. Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.
Your new role
- Conduct technology assurance and governance to ensure alignment with architecture policy and practices.
- Maximise alignment and leverage reuse of technology to achieve cost efficiencies.
- Deliver or contribute to strategy, principles, policies, and roadmaps for assigned domains in line with agreed timelines and priorities.
- Establish foundational enterprise architectures for assigned domains and conduct research on emerging architecture and technology trends.
- Lead the establishment and implementation of standards and guidelines for technology solutions.
- Actively promote and embed architectural ways of working and due governance.
- Provide oversight and leadership on large projects to support business objectives.
- Ensure Solution Architects understand the strategic direction of projects.
About you
- Proven expertise as Enterprise Architect, with strong project delivery in large-scale data programs.
- Knowledge of entire Insurance domain, with strong understanding around the underwriting domain and supporting market leading technology knowledge.
- Experience in data architecture, management information and enterprise integration.
- Understanding of advanced analytics and AI enablement.
- Experience in working with third-party suppliers, outsource partners and cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability in problem analysis, design techniques and managing parallel architecture programs while prioritising work effectively.
- Strong documentation, communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring alignment with diverse audiences.
- Significant experience in project delivery including large scale program experience.
- Demonstrable experience of establishing and maintaining relationships across the business and influencing design and policy where required.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
- 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
- Flexible working – balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.
- Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
- Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025 – Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year – QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year – Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance.
- AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 – Winner: Network Management of the Year.
- Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024 – QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer.
Skills
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Data Architecture
- Detail-Oriented
- Enterprise Architecture Framework
- Enterprise IT Architecture
- Financial Systems
- Information Technology Strategies
- Intentional collaboration
- Managing performance
- Process Improvements
- Project Delivery
- Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Planning
Equal Employment Opportunity
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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At QBE, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our London office provides a supportive environment with flexible working options, generous holiday allowances, and a strong commitment to employee growth through continuous learning opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the insurance industry while enjoying the benefits of being part of a globally recognised team dedicated to excellence and inclusivity.
